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Hair loss is often linked to thyroid problems, especially in women and older people, and screening for thyroid issues is advised for those with hair loss.

Clobetasol and pimecrolimus are similarly effective for alopecia areata, but pimecrolimus has fewer side effects and is preferred for long-term use.

A man with HIV developed skin and hair issues after starting HIV treatment, which improved with topical treatment.

Idiopathic hirsutism causes excessive hair growth in women, can be treated with medication and hair removal, but cannot be fully reversed.

The true cause of hair suddenly turning white is still unknown.

A patient with total hair loss developed vitiligo after using a treatment called DCP.

The serum is safe and helps treat premature greying of hair.

Herbal hair dyes from tannin-rich plants are effective and safer than synthetic dyes.

Trichotillomania is a chronic hair-pulling disorder, more common in females, treated with therapy and sometimes medication.

A man had an unusual type of hair loss that didn't match known patterns and didn't improve with treatment.

Minoxidil 2% is more effective than tacrolimus 0.1% for hair regrowth in mild to moderate patchy hair loss, and combining both might give better results.

Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.

The modified Ferriman-Gallwey method is a useful tool for diagnosing hirsutism.

Pregnancy can cause skin pigmentation, stretch marks, and changes in hair, nails, and sweat glands, with most resolving after birth.

Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, and identifying the cause is important for managing associated health risks.

Folliculitis is an inflammation of hair follicles that requires proper diagnosis and treatment based on the specific cause.

Women with excess body hair feel psychological distress influenced by societal beauty standards, but distress isn't directly linked to the amount of hair.

Androgens like testosterone affect hair growth and oil production differently across body parts and individuals.

These skin conditions in African men need combined medical treatments and lifestyle changes.

Premature graying of hair may suggest health issues and currently lacks effective treatments.

Skin problems like acne, dry skin, and nail and hair changes are common in patients taking EGFR inhibitors.

The document explains how to identify different hair problems using a microscope.

Combining laser hair removal with topical eflornithine is recommended for better results in treating unwanted facial hair.

Some new oral anticoagulants may also cause hair loss and might not be better than traditional ones for preventing hair loss.

Monochromatic light devices, especially the 308-nm excimer laser, are promising for treating alopecia areata but more research is needed.

Scalp hair grows at 0.37 mm/day, forearm hair at 0.18 mm/day, and thigh hair at 0.30 mm/day, with no significant differences found in people with certain hair conditions.

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

The perception of excessive hair growth in women as abnormal is more influenced by cultural norms than by medical reasons.

Laser and light therapies, especially the 308 nm excimer laser, are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata, but more research is needed.

The entry showed that PCOS negatively affects women's self-image and is worsened by societal expectations, suggesting a need for more feminist attention to the condition.