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About half of Taiwanese dermatologists use dermoscopy, mainly to improve diagnosis and detect cancer early, but cost and lack of training limit its wider use.

Iron deficiency might be linked to hair loss, but more research is needed.

Hair ages and thins due to factors like inflammation and stress, and treatments like antioxidants and hormones might improve hair health.

Marie-Unna Hereditary Hypotrichosis is a rare genetic condition causing sparse hair growth, requiring specific recognition for proper care.

Some moles can disappear naturally, maintenance therapy for Stage 1 mycosis fungoides may not be necessary, allergic skin reactions in children are rising, weekly methotrexate for psoriasis is more effective than daily, long-term finasteride use improves hair growth with few side effects, and petrolatum improves UV therapy for psoriasis.

The 1891 epidemic skin disease was likely caused by arsenic poisoning, possibly from beer or fish.

Korean Red Ginseng may improve skin condition and reduce allergy markers in atopic dermatitis patients.

Genetics play a role in acne, but how exactly they contribute is not fully understood.

Skin diseases are common and can significantly affect people's lives; better outcome measures and ethical clinical trials are needed to improve dermatology care.

People with alopecia areata have higher levels of osteopontin, which might be important in the disease's development, but this doesn't relate to how severe the disease is.

Researchers found a new mutation in the HR gene linked to a rare hair loss condition.

Hair sensitivity to androgens is partly controlled by specific enzyme expressions in different hair areas.

The commentary suggests that certain hair and skin care products may be linked to frontal fibrosing alopecia, but not sunscreens, and calls for more thorough research on the causes.

Decorin helps hair cells grow and move, and keeps hair growth phase going in mice.

Microneedling combined with platelet-rich plasma therapy is more effective for hair regrowth in androgenic alopecia than microneedling alone, but it's more painful.

Microneedling with platelet-rich plasma helps dog hair regrow faster than microneedling alone.

The document suggests that blocking sweat glands with antiperspirants might allow skin-generated hormones to be absorbed, possibly increasing breast and prostate cancer risk.

Researchers found a gene mutation responsible for a rare hair loss condition.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), a protein-rich extract from a patient's blood, shows promise in improving hair density, thickness, and quality, but the best method of use and number of treatments needed for noticeable results are still unclear.

Mini-micrografting in hair transplants can give similar density to older methods with fewer sessions.

Oral valganciclovir improved a patient's skin condition caused by immunosuppression.

Substance P may worsen acne by increasing inflammation, but corticosteroids might help by reducing this effect.

A woman with low thyroid function did not lose her hair during chemotherapy, possibly because her hair follicles were less affected by the treatment.

A woman with HIV had a severe skin condition that improved with antiretroviral therapy.

The document concludes that various treatments for skin conditions are effective, but some require further research, and certain factors like gender and lifestyle can influence disease outcomes.

Medium-sized particles penetrate hair follicles better than smaller or larger ones, which could improve delivery of skin treatments.

Psoriasis lesions have fewer and smaller oil glands, which might affect the condition's development.

Adult female acne is a complex condition that can worsen with menopause, requiring holistic treatment and tailored skincare at different life stages.

A thorough history and examination are crucial for diagnosing skin diseases, which affect up to a third of people. This includes details about skin lesions, medication, general health, lifestyle, family, and contacts, as well as examining the rash, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. Changes in hair and nails can also indicate other medical and skin disorders.

Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing various skin, hair, and nail disorders and can reduce the need for biopsies.