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Different types of hair loss in dogs and cats have various causes and treatments, with outcomes ranging from good to uncertain.

Cantu syndrome, which causes excessive hair growth and skin issues, is due to a mutation in the ABCC9 gene, and understanding this could help develop new treatments for hair diseases.

Alopecia in animals can be hereditary, congenital, or acquired, with treatments and outcomes varying widely.

Pili torti is a rare condition where hair is twisted and breaks easily, often linked to genetic disorders or other health issues.

Genetic discoveries are key for understanding, diagnosing, and treating inherited hair and nail disorders.

Hypothyroidism in dogs is usually caused by immune system issues or gland atrophy, affects middle-aged purebreds most, and is treatable with medication.

The document concludes that permanent hair loss conditions are complex, require early specific treatments, and "secondary permanent alopecias" might be a more accurate term than "secondary cicatricial alopecia."

The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for children with hair loss to prevent permanent damage, although not all conditions can be effectively treated.

The document says that treating the root cause of hair follicle damage is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss, and treatment options vary.

Skin symptoms are important for diagnosing infections in children.

Hair problems can be caused by genetics or the environment, and treatment should focus on the cause and reducing hair damage.

Hair shaft dysplasias are abnormal hair conditions that can be inherited or acquired and may signal other health issues, with limited treatment options available.

Madarosis is the loss of eyelashes and eyebrows due to various health issues and requires thorough examination to diagnose and treat the underlying cause.

Adult earlobe can have a benign cyst that is usually removed by surgery.

A calf in Scotland likely had Schmallenberg virus from its mother.

The most common cause of hair loss in children is tinea capitis, followed by alopecia areata and telogen effluvium.

Defects in certain proteins cause major heart abnormalities during early development.

Acne affects most teenagers and can continue into adulthood, with various treatments available that show improvement but have concerns like antibiotic resistance and side effects.

Understanding the genetics of rare inherited ichthyosis syndromes is key for better treatments and genetic counseling.

Eye exams are crucial for kids with 13q deletion syndrome, tamoxifen can cause vision loss, Propecia may lead to cataracts, Lipoid Proteinosis causes skin bumps, and OCT is useful for diagnosing macular diseases.

A baby boy with 13q deletion syndrome had eye cancer, a woman's vision improved after stopping a breast cancer drug, a man developed cataracts from using Propecia, and a rare skin disorder called Lipoid Proteinosis was discussed. Also, a tool called OCT is useful for diagnosing macular diseases.

Taking Propecia might lead to the development of cataracts.

Finasteride, often used for hair loss, can potentially cause cataracts.

The document concludes that careful diagnosis is crucial for chromosome 13q deletion syndrome, tamoxifen can cause reversible eye damage, finasteride may be linked to cataracts, and OCT is useful for diagnosing macular diseases.

Some horses lose hair without inflammation or itching due to various conditions, and while mainly a cosmetic issue, diagnosis requires examination and biopsies, and breeding is not advised if it's hereditary.

Multiple eye conditions were studied, highlighting the importance of various imaging methods for diagnosis, the vision side effects of drugs tamoxifen and Propecia, and the usefulness of optical coherence tomography for diagnosing and monitoring macular and retinal diseases.

A baby girl's hair turned straight on one side due to a neck tumor and surgery, but it returned to curly as she recovered.

Severe acne in a young girl may indicate underlying hormonal issues.

The flap advancement technique effectively treats severe scalp skin conditions, preserving hair and improving appearance.

Uncombable hair syndrome causes frizzy hair and can affect the nervous system, eyes, and ears, often co-occurring with other hair, skin, nail, and teeth conditions, and is linked to three specific gene mutations.