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A man with total hair loss also developed a rare nail condition, likely due to autoimmune issues.

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

Skin problems in the elderly are unique and may indicate other diseases, involving changes in skin, hair, nails, and increased cancer risk.

Mnemonics with one letter are useful and easy to remember for learning dermatology.

Early treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss is important to stop it from getting worse, and various treatments can help, especially in mild to moderate cases.

Minoxidil, tretinoin, and finasteride may help hair regrowth in mild to moderate androgenetic alopecia.

Vitiligo is a skin condition causing white spots, more common in women, often starts before age 20, and can affect mental health.

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

Manage vitiligo with treatments, address emotions, and use camouflage techniques.

Tofacitinib is effective and safe for severe hair loss, but full regrowth is less likely after 10 years of hair loss.

The document concludes that the 5 alpha-reductase enzymes are important in steroid metabolism and related to various human diseases, with inhibitors used to treat conditions like male pattern baldness and prostate issues.

Use minoxidil for hair loss; finasteride and dutasteride for men, dutasteride for women.

Dermatoscopy and videodermatoscopy are useful for diagnosing and monitoring various skin, hair, and nail conditions.

Methotrexate treats various disorders by inhibiting DNA synthesis, but careful monitoring is needed to avoid toxicity and manage side effects.

Effective treatments for male pattern baldness include oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, while topical minoxidil is best for female pattern baldness.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of ichthyosis is crucial for treatment and genetic advice, and ongoing research is needed for better therapies.

Estrogen loss during menopause worsens skin health, but hormone replacement therapy may improve it, though more research is needed.

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

Adult female acne treatment should be personalized, considering individual preferences and pregnancy, using various topical and oral medications while managing side effects and resistance.

Minoxidil and finasteride can slow hair loss and stimulate regrowth, but won't restore all lost hair or reverse complete baldness.

The paper concludes that the 1982 criteria for diagnosing systemic lupus erythematosus need updating to improve accuracy and involve dermatologists in the process.

A specific drug can help treat Lichen Planopilaris, a condition causing permanent hair loss.

Recombinant cytokine therapy can cause skin reactions ranging from mild to severe.

Targeted cancer therapies often cause skin reactions, so dermatologists must manage these effects.

Skin diseases differ between Ghana and the UK, with infections most common in Ghana and malignant skin diseases most prevalent in the UK.

Hair loss that spreads out can often fix itself or be treated by finding and handling the cause.

The Lexington LaserComb helped regrow hair in mice with a condition similar to human hair loss.

Effective hair loss treatment in women requires correct diagnosis and can include medications like minoxidil, antiandrogens, and treatments for underlying conditions like PCOS.

Acne treatment varies, with topical and systemic therapies effective, and more research needed on treatment order and long-term effects.

The conclusion is that certain scalp tissue changes are characteristic of lichen planopilaris, with mucinous perifollicular fibroplasia being a new feature for diagnosis.