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Hair loss, known as Androgenetic Alopecia, is often caused by hormones and can be diagnosed using noninvasive techniques. Treatments include topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, with new treatments being explored. There may also be a link between this type of hair loss and heart disease risk.

A new mutation in the TMEM173 gene and a risk allele in IFIH1 cause a unique set of immune-related symptoms.

Videodermoscopy can help diagnose and monitor nail bed psoriasis.

Dermatoscopy and videodermatoscopy are useful for diagnosing and monitoring various skin, hair, and nail conditions.

Graft-versus-host disease is a complication where donor immune cells attack the recipient's body, often affecting the skin, liver, and gastrointestinal tract.

Skin doctors should know about skin and kidney disease links to prevent serious kidney problems.

Cannabinoids like CBD and THC may help treat non-cancer skin diseases, but more research is needed.

Early genetic testing and JAK inhibitors can help treat systemic inflammation in SAVI patients.

The document concludes that understanding nail anatomy is key for diagnosing nail diseases, early signs of nail melanoma may allow for less aggressive treatment, and specific genetic mutations are important in thyroid cancer prognosis and treatment.

RET mutation is important in familial medullary thyroid carcinoma, and BRAF mutation in papillary thyroid carcinoma is linked to more aggressive cancer and higher death rates.

Hair and nail changes can indicate health issues, including cancer and side effects from cancer treatments.

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

Early subungual melanoma might be treated with less aggressive surgery because it invades the skin under the nail more slowly.

Genetic mutations cause various hair diseases, and whole genome sequencing may reveal more about these conditions.

Non-scarring hair loss can be diagnosed with two 4mm punch biopsies, one cut vertically and the other transversely.

The document encourages attending the 2023 Dermatology Nurses' Association Convention.

People with alopecia areata often have thyroid autoimmunity.

Estrogens can improve skin aging but carry risks; more research is needed on safer treatments.

Some hair loss disorders are caused by genetic mutations affecting hair growth.

A family showed a new condition with inherited hair loss and skin changes, possibly due to one genetic disorder.

The Polish Dermatological Society recommends personalized treatment for cutaneous lupus, including lifestyle changes, medications, and monitoring, with specific drugs for severe cases.

The conclusion is that early diagnosis of skin signs linked to diseases like Lupus, Dermatomyositis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis is crucial to prevent serious complications.

Reflectance confocal microscopy is useful for diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, but it has limitations and requires expertise for correct use.

Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing various skin, hair, and nail disorders and can reduce the need for biopsies.

Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing and monitoring systemic lupus erythematosus, with certain hair and scalp changes indicating more active disease.

miRNA-based therapies show promise for treating skin diseases, including hair loss, in animals.

There is no standard treatment for the rare Cronkhite–Canada syndrome, which can be fatal and lead to cancer.

Skin reactions are a common reason for emergency visits due to drug allergies, with some severe cases needing intensive care.

People with advanced chronic kidney disease often have skin problems, which can be treated with various medications and procedures to improve their quality of life.

Chronic kidney disease can cause skin problems that affect patient quality of life, and treating these conditions can improve outcomes.