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Hair disorders are caused by a complex mix of biology, genetics, hormones, and environmental factors, affecting hair growth and leading to conditions like alopecia.

Azathioprine can cause unusual hair loss, which may reverse after stopping the drug.

Psychotropic medications can cause skin problems but also treat some skin conditions.

The book "Dermatology" has useful content but some sections lack detail and accuracy; it's recommended for dermatologists to review before buying.

Roxithromycin, an antibiotic, can increase hair growth and might be used as a treatment for hair loss.

Topical vitamin D3 does not prevent hair loss from chemotherapy.

Venlafaxine can cause hair loss, which stops after discontinuation.

Chemotherapy causes complex changes in hair follicle cells that can lead to hair loss.

Some psychiatric drugs can cause severe hair loss, especially valproic acid, and it's more likely in women or those with thyroid issues or past hair loss.

New treatments for hair loss are emerging, and doctors need to learn how to use them effectively.

A new treatment called deucravacitinib helped a patient with severe hair loss grow their hair back quickly.

Skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis can make it harder to correctly diagnose hair loss because they can cause the oil glands in the skin to shrink.

Telogen effluvium is a common hair loss condition where many hairs enter the resting phase, often not noticeable until significant loss occurs, and treatment focuses on the underlying cause.

Potassium channel openers are effective in treating heart conditions, high blood pressure, pulmonary diseases, bladder issues, and hair loss, but more selective drugs are needed.

Hair loss is common in lupus patients and can be permanent or reversible, depending on the type, with various treatments available.

β-blockers can cause skin problems like psoriasis and vitiligo, and doctors should tell patients about these risks.

Hair loss in elderly women is often caused by various factors, including hormonal changes after menopause.

Cholesterol balance is important for hair health, and problems with it can lead to hair loss conditions.

Systemic diseases can cause hair loss, which is often reversible with treatment.

Anti-cancer treatments can cause reversible hair loss, skin sensitivity, pigmentation changes, nail damage, and skin reactions, with a need for more research on managing these side effects.

Immune checkpoint inhibitors can cause skin issues but are linked to better cancer outcomes.

Rivaroxaban can cause liver injury, allergic reactions, blood vessel inflammation, and hair loss, but these side effects are rare.

Dupilumab may help treat alopecia areata in children with atopic dermatitis, but it can also cause new hair loss.

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

Chemotherapy patients don't all lose their hair due to factors like hair growth rates, age, genetics, and the type of drugs used.

Vitamin D deficiency is common in people with certain types of hair loss, like alopecia areata and female pattern hair loss.

The document concludes that understanding hair follicle histology and the hair cycle is crucial for diagnosing alopecia.

Detailed history and physical examination are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.

Androgens can both increase and decrease hair growth in different parts of the body.

To manage diffuse hair loss, identify the cause, improve nutrition, remove triggers, and use specific treatments like minoxidil or finasteride.