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Skin problems in COVID-19 patients are rare and may be due to the body's complex immune response or blood clotting issues.

Androgenetic alopecia involves genetics, hormones, and can be treated with medications or surgery.

Most dermatologic medications are safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but some should be avoided due to potential risks.

Trichoscopy is a quick, cost-effective tool for diagnosing different hair loss conditions.

The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of primary cicatricial alopecia is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss.

Certain hairstyles and less hair oil use in African American girls can lead to scalp conditions like traction alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis.

The conclusion is that individual differences in COVID-19 severity are influenced by factors like age, sex, race, and genetics, which are important for personalized medicine.

Androgens play a complex role in skin conditions like acne and hair loss in women, and normal blood levels don't always show true androgen status.

Endocrine therapies for cancer significantly increase the risk of hair loss.

LGBT individuals have unique skin health needs, including higher STD risks and side effects from gender-affirming treatments, requiring dermatologists to offer knowledgeable and culturally competent care.

Some plant-derived compounds may help with hormonal conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.

People with alopecia areata often have lower vitamin D levels and more inflammation, suggesting vitamin D might be involved in the condition.

Most patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia stabilized with treatment, especially younger ones, using intralesional corticosteroids and tacrolimus.

Hormone treatments can help with women's skin and hair disorders, but they need careful monitoring and more research.

Mesotherapy shows promise for cellulite and facial rejuvenation but has mixed results for body sculpting and hair loss, with more research needed for safety and effectiveness.

Dermatologists perform most outpatient cosmetic procedures in the U.S., especially on white women aged 40 to 59.

A girl initially thought to have a psychiatric disorder was later found to have a lupus-related condition, which improved with proper treatment.

DCP therapy causes side effects like weakness, flushing, headaches, and taste changes, but less frequently causes hypertension and diabetes.

Low-dose oral minoxidil improves hair growth in male hair loss.

The tattoo machine method safely delivers an average of 1,175 µg/cm² of medication into the skin.

Dr. Shoji Okuda was a pioneer in hair transplant surgery, but his work was initially overlooked and is now recognized alongside Dr. Norman Orentreich.

A combined drug and laser treatment improved hirsutism in a PCOS patient, also enhancing her heart health and requiring regular liver and kidney checks.

A 5 mg dose of transdermal testosterone cream effectively restores testosterone levels in postmenopausal women.

Leptin affects skin and hair health and may worsen some skin conditions, but more research is needed to understand its full impact.

Alopecia greatly lowers the quality of life for South African Black women, especially affecting their self-image and social interactions.

Dengue virus can infect human hair follicle cells and may cause hair loss.

Women with lichen planopilaris often have thyroid disease, depression, anxiety, and may respond to treatment with slowed disease progression.

Adding de-epithelialization to the follicular isolation technique improves hair transplant results for eyebrows and eyelashes.

Transplanting body hair helped repigment and treat a man's vitiligo.

Pediatricians should treat some hair loss types in children and refer others to a dermatologist.