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Hormones and their receptors, especially androgens, play a key role in hair growth and disorders like baldness.

Minoxidil not effective in preventing chemotherapy-induced hair loss.

Loose anagen hair syndrome, often affecting young girls, can be diagnosed with a hair-pull test and usually gets better on its own, but severe cases may need treatment.

Different types of hair loss have unique features under a microscope, but a doctor's exam is important for accurate diagnosis.

Non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is a common disorder causing symptoms like acne and infertility, and it's managed based on symptoms, not just test results. Treatment can improve fertility and reduce miscarriage risk.

Certain hormone treatments can improve acne and related conditions in women.

Improved dermabrasion techniques in 1987 led to better treatment results for skin issues like acne scars.

Alefacept showed some effectiveness for alopecia areata but needs more research.

Treat scalp and beard fungal infections early with oral antifungal medication and sometimes topical therapy, avoiding unnecessary allergy tests and surgery.

Lipedematous scalp is mainly caused by an increase in fat tissue under the skin and is different from lipedematous alopecia.

Bariatric surgery affects skin health, causing both direct complications and changes in existing skin conditions, often related to nutritional deficiencies.

Photodynamic therapy with methyl 5-aminolevulinic acid is ineffective for treating alopecia totalis.

New treatments are available for managing ingrown hair inflammation.

Newer low-dose oral contraceptives with less androgenic effects improve patient compliance.

Using tissue expanders and hyaluronidase in scalp reduction surgery allows for more scalp removal and easier surgery.

Spermidine helps protect against aging by preserving telomere length.

Some anticonvulsant drugs can cause skin reactions, ranging from mild to severe, and managing these reactions is important for patient care.

Gene therapy shows promise for enhancing physical traits but faces ethical, safety, and regulatory challenges.

Using minoxidil before and after facelift surgery can effectively prevent temporary hair loss without causing other complications.

Different hair transplant methods vary in time and cost, but the best results depend on hairline design and hair qualities, not just the technique.

Dermatologists should understand cultural practices and communicate empathetically to effectively treat skin conditions in children and teens of color.

Laser hair transplantation can be effective but should be limited to small areas and requires more training to ensure safety and effectiveness.

Hair transplants using follicular unit grafting can significantly improve appearance for men with advanced hair loss.

Hair transplants using follicular unit grafting and a strategic design can give great results even for men with severe hair loss.

Umbilical cord-derived media is safe and effective for hair growth.

A man got unusual crescent-shaped cuts from a laser tattoo removal due to a laser technical issue, but healed without scars.

A family was found with both Trichorhinophalangeal syndrome and Loose Anagen Syndrome, suggesting a genetic connection.

Eyebrow lifts are effective for facial rejuvenation but may leave visible scars.

Antibiotic ointment and petrolatum ointment heal wounds similarly; iron deficiency isn't linked to certain hair loss in women; griseofulvin and terbinafine are equally effective for fungal scalp infections but work better on different types.

The book gives a basic overview of cosmetic surgery topics but lacks depth and innovation, especially in hair restoration.