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Alopecia areata is an autoimmune hair loss condition treated with corticosteroids, and histologic confirmation is the best diagnosis method.

Use 5% minoxidil or oral finasteride for mild-to-moderate hair loss, combine with hair transplant for severe cases.

Hair loss in teenagers is hard to treat and lacks a cure, with some treatments available depending on the type of hair loss.

New treatments for hair loss show promise, especially finasteride for men and a stronger minoxidil formula.

Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair and scalp issues, but doctors must be careful to avoid mistakes.

Stump-tailed macaque best for researching hair loss causes and treatments.

New method measures female hair loss: Female Pattern Hair Loss Severity Index (FPHL-SI).

Men with balding at age 45 had higher IGF-1 and lower IGFBP-3, suggesting these factors might be important in male pattern baldness.

Successful hair transplant surgery depends on careful patient selection, proper surgical plan and technique, and attentive aftercare.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of hair loss in children is crucial due to limited treatment options and the condition's psychological impact.

Chemotherapy causes hair loss starting soon after treatment begins and recovers about 3 months after ending, while tamoxifen does not significantly affect hair growth.

Finasteride improves hair growth and reduces hirsutism in women, but side effects and optimal dosages need further research.

DSC cell injections significantly improved hair density and diameter, showing potential as a hair loss treatment.

The medications 5α-reductase inhibitors and spironolactone are generally safe for breast cancer patients on endocrine therapies and do not significantly increase breast cancer risk.

Many elderly women experience unwanted facial hair and various hair loss conditions, with treatments available for each condition.

Many treatments for hair loss lack proper testing and FDA approval, so their effectiveness is uncertain.

Hair loss from genetics and hormones can be treated with drugs or surgery.

Most hair loss disorders can be accurately diagnosed and treated in an outpatient setting.

Detailed patient history and physical exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.

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

Thioglycolate lotions are the most popular method for permanent waving and hair straightening.

New treatments for hair loss may target specific pathways and generate new hair follicles.

Minoxidil foam 5% effectively treats hair loss in both frontal and vertex scalp regions.

Transverse scalp sections are better for diagnosing non-scarring hair loss, while vertical sections are better for a specific scarring hair loss called lichen planopilaris.

The document suggests using hairpieces, wigs, and safe cosmetic techniques to hide hair loss from alopecia areata.

Proper education can prevent traction alopecia in women of color.

Laser hair removal is safe and effective for fair-skinned people with dark hair, and using eflornithine with laser treatments can improve results.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment can potentially increase hair density and quality in people with hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.

The article concludes that correctly diagnosing systemic causes of hair loss requires a detailed clinical evaluation and a systematic diagnostic approach.

Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment are key for managing rare scalp disorders that cause permanent hair loss.