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Eyelashes protect the eyes, but more research is needed to understand how.

Cantú syndrome is caused by mutations in the ABCC9 gene.

Hypertrichosis causes excessive hair growth and needs psychological support due to its impact on self-esteem.

A thorough history and examination are crucial for diagnosing skin diseases, which affect up to a third of people. This includes details about skin lesions, medication, general health, lifestyle, family, and contacts, as well as examining the rash, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. Changes in hair and nails can also indicate other medical and skin disorders.

A thorough skin history and full examination are important for diagnosing and understanding the impact of skin diseases.

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.

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

The document explains different hair and scalp conditions, including common hair loss after pregnancy or illness, drug-induced hair loss, hereditary excessive hair growth, patterned baldness, autoimmune hair loss, and permanent loss due to skin disease, with generally limited treatment options.

High prolactin levels can cause skin and hair symptoms similar to those caused by hormone imbalances.

5% minoxidil can significantly increase hair growth in TRPS patients.

Eating disorders can cause various hair problems, and while hair loss in these disorders is linked to metabolic syndrome, treatment focuses on specific medications and lifestyle changes for the syndrome.

Topical sulfonylurea may reduce excessive hair growth caused by certain medications.

Different hormones affect hair growth and conditions, with some causing hair loss and others promoting it.

The chapter explains the causes of excessive hair growth and masculinization in women and how to measure hormone levels related to these conditions.

HIV can cause various nail and hair disorders, important for early diagnosis and treatment.

Hair disorders include hair loss, excessive hair growth, and ingrown hairs, with various treatments available depending on the cause.

Any drug can cause skin reactions, but antibiotics, NSAIDs, and psychotropic drugs are more common, with some reactions being life-threatening.

Quick treatment of hair disorders in teenage girls is important because of the emotional effects.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and combined treatments are key for hirsutism management, and weight loss may help overweight patients.

Excessive hair growth in women can be treated with medications like spironolactone and finasteride, and male-pattern baldness in women can be improved with similar treatments.

Becker's Nevus Syndrome is a rare condition with a skin patch and possible bone and muscle abnormalities, treated mainly for appearance.

Skin reactions to drugs are common and can be deadly, usually requiring stopping the drug and may be better prevented with genetic testing in the future.

Low-dose oral minoxidil improved hair growth in a woman with short anagen syndrome.

Low-dose oral minoxidil increases hair thickness and length in children with a hair disorder called Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome.

Porphyria cutanea tarda causes skin issues due to an enzyme deficiency.

The document concludes that AFA should be considered in patients with acromegaly-like features but normal hormone levels, and more cases need to be identified to understand the condition fully.

Using bimatoprost on one side of the face caused increased cheek hair growth in a patient.

Using bimatoprost on one side of the face caused increased cheek hair growth in a patient.

Minoxidil can improve hair growth in some patients with woolly hair due to LIPH variants, with varying responses and mild side effects.