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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.

The conclusion is that proper recognition and treatment of skin conditions are crucial for the elderly due to changes in skin, nails, and hair with age, and the impact of these conditions on health and mobility.

New treatments targeting specific genes show promise for treating keratin disorders.

Biotin supplements are unnecessary for most people but may help with certain conditions like biotin deficiency, brittle nails, and some hair loss.

Cortisone and ACTH didn't help her hair or nails, but her hair grew back on its own.

The document concludes that treatments like oral anti-androgens, minoxidil, and topical spironolactone can be effective for hair loss in men and women.

Etanercept improved symptoms of a specific type of psoriatic arthritis in a patient who didn't respond to other treatments.

Acitretin can cause excess tissue growth and hair loss.

Ruxolitinib significantly improves multiple autoimmune conditions in APS-1 patients.

The document provides advice on how to recognize and treat skin-related side effects of cancer drugs known as EGFR inhibitors.

High doses of TCB cause severe health issues in marmoset monkeys.

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

Dermoscopy is becoming essential for diagnosing skin conditions and is expected to be a standard tool for dermatologists.

A woman's severe skin reaction was caused by an allergy to a skin treatment.

The book provides detailed information on natural ingredients in beauty products and emphasizes the need for more human trials to confirm their effectiveness.

Patients with chronic kidney disease on hemodialysis often have skin problems.

Medicinal plants in nutricosmetics contain compounds that can improve skin and hair health.

A young child with complete hair loss improved significantly with a combination of hair growth treatments and laser therapy.

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

A thorough skin history and examination are essential for diagnosing and treating skin conditions effectively.

The study found that scalp ringworm is the most common fungal infection in children and topical treatments work well.

Some medications and supplements can cause serious side effects, including hair loss, heart rhythm problems, liver injury, and other health issues.

A 46-year-old man showed symptoms of a rare condition usually seen in postmenopausal women, highlighting the need for dentist-dermatologist collaboration.

Cross-section trichometry is an accurate method to measure hair loss and growth.

Certain gene variations may increase the risk of alopecia, and platelet-rich plasma treatment can improve hair density in those with hair loss; a rare case of facial Becker's nevus was linked to uneven beard growth.

Skin changes can indicate starvation and nutritional deficiencies in anorexia nervosa.

The 1891 epidemic skin disease was likely caused by arsenic poisoning, possibly from beer or fish.

Pregnancy can cause more body and scalp hair growth and make nails brittle, but these changes often revert after giving birth.

Skin side effects from cancer drugs targeting EGFR can affect treatment adherence but can be managed with antibiotics like tetracycline.

Skin problems are very common in people with end-stage kidney disease.