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Lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia are likely the same disease with different clinical appearances.
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November 2020 in “Elsevier eBooks” Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.
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The conclusion is that a more comprehensive and precise approach is needed for diagnosing PCOS to address its broader health risks.