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A boy with chromosome 13q deletion syndrome developed eye cancer, a woman with breast cancer lost vision due to a rare side-effect of her treatment, a man's vision worsened after using a hair loss drug, and two rare disorders were discussed. Optical Coherence Tomography is useful for diagnosing and monitoring these conditions.

The document discusses various diseases of the outer ear, categorized by symptoms like redness, crusts, bumps, pus-filled lesions, lumps, ulcers, and hair loss.

Hair restoration surgery can improve happiness, confidence, and social aspects of life, especially in younger patients with early hair loss.

Antigen presenting cells around hair follicles are crucial in SLE-related hair loss.

Alopecia areata is caused by immune system attacks on hair follicles, often triggered by viral infections.

Woman has discoid lupus, frontal fibrosing, and androgenetic alopecia.

An 11-month-old boy with Menkes disease had severe brain shrinkage and abnormal blood vessels, and didn't respond well to treatment.

Antroquinonol may help prevent skin depigmentation by suppressing certain immune cells.

Some drugs can cause skin reactions, which may improve when the drug is stopped, and rapid diagnosis and stopping the drug is crucial.

Accurate diagnosis of progressive supranuclear palsy requires thorough neurological assessments and MRI.

Pregnancy can cause various skin changes and diseases, with PUPPP being the most common skin condition specific to pregnancy.

Coats' Plus is a genetic disorder with eye abnormalities, brain calcification, poor growth, bone and skin issues, and movement disorders.

Despite progress in treatment, the exact cause of Alopecia areata is still unknown.

Thyroid hormone affects skin health, with too little causing rough, pale skin and too much leading to smooth, thin skin, and may also impact wound healing and skin conditions.

Clim proteins are essential for maintaining healthy corneas and hair follicles.

Keratosis pilaris is often linked to genetic mutations and causes skin and hair abnormalities, regardless of those mutations.

Systemic retinoids are effective for psoriasis but have side effects; benefits may outweigh risks, especially when reducing cancer risks from other treatments.

Minoxidil works for 56% of balding men with specific criteria.

Chemical hair straighteners can cause scalp and hair damage, but long-term effects are unclear.

People distressed by minor skin changes should consult dermatologists with cosmetic expertise, and a public Cosmetic Dermatology Service with mental health support is recommended.

Iron deficiency anemia can cause itching, which often improves with iron supplements.

Elderly in South India commonly suffer from skin issues like wrinkles, dryness, and infections, needing better skin care education.

Thyroid hormone may be useful for treating various skin conditions and needs more research.

Experts discussed treatments for skin conditions in children, emphasizing hydration, cautious medication use, and early intervention for infections.

Interferon alfa-2a is effective for treating cutaneous T cell lymphoma but has significant side effects.

Oral retinoids are effective for various skin conditions but have side effects and should not be used during pregnancy.

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

Long-term parenteral nutrition without zinc can cause severe zinc deficiency.

Alopecia significantly lowers women's quality of life, with psychological and social challenges, highlighting the importance of early treatment and support.

Oral retinoids are effective for severe skin conditions but require careful use due to side effects.