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Reflectance confocal microscopy is a useful, non-invasive tool for diagnosing some skin diseases, with potential for future improvements.

A hand-held dermatoscope helped differentiate between pressure-induced alopecia and alopecia areata in a young patient, who then experienced hair regrowth within a month.

Topical calcineurin inhibitors, especially 0.1% tacrolimus ointment, are effective and well-tolerated for treating cutaneous lupus erythematosus but require more research for standard treatment guidelines.

Melatonin receptors in hair follicles help regulate hair growth and could treat hair loss.

Ustekinumab might work for severe psoriasis, but more research is needed to be sure.

A patient with Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome developed colon cancer that spread to the liver, showing the need for regular cancer checks in such patients.

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.

Some IBD patients on anti-TNFs developed severe skin issues, but ustekinumab helped.

Contact immunotherapy might help treat various skin conditions, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.

Patients with Discoid Lupus Erythematosus have lower vitamin D and antioxidant levels and higher oxidative stress.

We need better research to improve alopecia treatment and patient care.

UK medical students lack dermatology education, liver biopsy patients with risk factors show more fibrosis, and certain fungi resist drugs due to melanin; genetics may influence female hair loss.

Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a prohormone important for producing sex steroids and has potential health benefits.

The Rotterdam Study updated findings on elderly health, focusing on heart disease, genetics, lifestyle effects, and disease understanding.

The Rotterdam Study aims to understand disease causes in the elderly and has found new risk factors and genetic influences on various conditions.

The Rotterdam Study updated its design and objectives in 2012, providing insights into various diseases in the elderly, including skin cancer, bone health, liver disease, neurological and psychiatric conditions, and respiratory issues.

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.

Zinc is effective for treating various skin conditions, including warts and acne.

Obesity is linked to various skin problems and may increase the risk of skin cancer.

After menopause, women lose a lot of skin collagen, but estrogen replacement might improve skin health.

Niosomes are promising for skin drug delivery, offering benefits like improved drug penetration and stability.

Liposomes improve finasteride delivery for hair loss treatment, making it a promising option for topical use.

Gefitinib can cause skin problems, diarrhea, and nausea, but rarely causes severe lung disease or hair loss.

Different types of hair loss in lupus need careful diagnosis for proper treatment.

Dermatologists need to know about cosmetics to help patients with skin issues and recommend safe products.

Skin side effects from EGFR inhibitor cancer treatment can be managed effectively, often without stopping the medication.

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

Blocking Wnt/β-catenin signaling with EGF receptor is necessary for proper hair growth.

Ultrasound is a useful, non-invasive tool in dermatology for diagnosing skin conditions and guiding treatments, but it has some limitations.

Late-onset alopecia areata in Taiwanese patients is more common in women, usually starts at age 57, often involves less than 10% hair loss, and may have a minimal link to thyroid issues.