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Platelet-rich plasma can increase hair density and may help treat some skin conditions, but it's costly, not FDA-approved, and needs more research.

JAK inhibitors show promise for treating various skin diseases.

Baricitinib, a drug for rheumatoid arthritis, atopic dermatitis, and alopecia areata, is generally safe with low risk of major side effects, even in patients with risk factors. It's also effective in promoting hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients.

Minoxidil can cause severe skin reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome in rare cases.

The most common skin problems in Indian children are infections and eczemas.

Lupus can affect the scalp and nails, often causing hair loss and nail damage, and needs early aggressive treatment to prevent permanent damage.

Alopecia areata is relatively common in children, has a variable course, and shows different responses to treatment; thyroid testing is recommended for those affected.

The book "Baby Skin" provides useful skin care guidance for parents and is well-received despite lacking visual aids.

Rosacea is a skin condition with unclear causes, classified into four subtypes.

The guide recommends specific methods for diagnosing PCOS and various treatments for its symptoms, while considering the health impacts on adolescents.

Chemotherapy can cause various skin reactions, with hair loss being the most common, and proper diagnosis and treatment of these reactions are important.

Cancer treatments targeting specific cells and the immune system can cause skin, mouth, hair, and nail problems, affecting patients' quality of life and treatment adherence.

Isotretinoin effectively treats severe acne and similar conditions, but has common, mostly reversible side effects, requiring careful patient monitoring.

COVID-19 can cause skin issues like rashes and "COVID toes," and people with skin conditions should adjust their treatments if they get the virus.

Cancer patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors may develop alopecia, but some hair regrowth is possible with treatment.

Targeted cancer therapies have a significant but lower risk of causing hair loss compared to chemotherapy.

Using minoxidil on balding scalps can stimulate hair regrowth and increase blood flow. It's an effective treatment for early hair loss.

The review suggests younger men taking 1 mg finasteride report more side effects, including sexual, skin, metabolic, and psychological issues.

Using anabolic androgenic steroids can cause serious, lasting health problems in many parts of the body.

Patients with chronic renal failure on hemodialysis often have skin problems like dry skin, itching, and nail changes.

New signs like changes in blood markers, physical symptoms, and behavioral shifts may help detect hidden steroid use in athletes.

Hirsutism in women is often due to hormone sensitivity and has significant psychological effects.

Psychotropic medications can cause skin problems, including serious conditions, and patients should be monitored closely.

The document concludes that early and personalized treatment for PCOS in adolescents is crucial to manage symptoms and prevent long-term health issues.

The editor suggests removing "race" and "ethnicity" from dermatology and creating tools to objectively assess skin color and hair texture.

PCOS affects nearly 25% of female medical and dental students, impacting their academic and social lives.

Trichoscopy helps tell different hair loss types apart using specific scalp and hair patterns.

Darier-White disease causes skin and nail issues, starts around age 20, worsens until 40-50, and has poor treatment options.

Sleep problems and skin issues affect each other; poor sleep can worsen skin conditions, and some skin treatments can improve or harm sleep quality.

Understanding drug effects and careful monitoring are crucial for safe and effective dermatology treatments.