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Smoking harms skin health, causing slower wound healing, more wrinkles, and worsening some skin conditions, but may protect against certain others.

Girls with PCOS during adolescence have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and early treatment can help manage this risk.

Obesity worsens Polycystic Ovary Syndrome symptoms, and weight loss is a key treatment.

Primary care for PCOS focuses on lifestyle changes, medication based on symptoms, and mental health, with diabetes screening and specialist referral for severe cases.

The document suggests various treatments for PCOS, including medication for menstrual issues, insulin resistance, and excess hair, as well as fertility treatments, while highlighting the need for personalized care and lifestyle changes.

The conclusion is that a thorough approach is needed to diagnose and manage hyperandrogenism in teenage girls, recognizing its major psychological and health effects.

Almost all patients with chronic kidney disease not yet on dialysis have at least one skin problem.

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

SLE is rare in Uganda but often has complications and overlaps with rheumatoid arthritis.

The document concludes that treating androgen excess needs patience, managing expectations is important, and many drugs used are not officially approved, suggesting cosmetic options for mild cases.

Doctors should use a detailed patient history and physical exam to diagnose joint pain, and consult a rheumatologist early for suspected autoimmune diseases.

Children's hair loss has many causes and requires careful diagnosis and personalized treatment, including emotional support.

A woman had severe reactions to methotrexate, including skin issues and organ problems, but improved after 38 days in the hospital.

Patients with both connective tissue disease and acid reflux are more likely to have certain symptoms and physical signs.

Higher doses of spironolactone may improve acne in PCOS patients, but side effects are a concern.

Pellagra, caused by niacin deficiency and presenting with photosensitivity, should be considered in patients with relevant symptoms and risk factors.

Women with conditions like PCOS may have a higher risk of COVID-19, but treatments like isotretinoin could help those with acne.

A woman with inflammatory bowel disease improved after treatment with ustekinumab for a rare skin condition associated with her disease.

The document concludes that androgenetic alopecia is common, has a genetic link, and can be diagnosed and treated with medications like finasteride and minoxidil.

Early treatment of PCOS in teens is crucial to prevent long-term health issues like diabetes and heart disease.

Unsanitary barber practices can spread scalp infections, treatable with oral antifungals.

Netherton syndrome can cause severe and chronic vulvovaginal symptoms that may improve with continuous oral contraceptives.

Genetic testing confirmed a rare skin disorder in a young girl, which improved with zinc supplementation.

Darier-White disease causes skin and nail issues, starts around age 20, worsens until 40-50, and has poor treatment options.

Kerion is a rare but serious scalp infection that needs proper treatment.

Acne is linked to inflammation and insulin resistance, and is associated with various syndromes that require different treatments.

About 22% of cancer patients had skin-related side effects from chemotherapy, but these were usually not severe enough to halt treatment.

Hormonal treatments can help with hair loss, acne, and excess hair growth, but it takes 3-6 months to see results and patients should know the possible side effects.

Taking finasteride daily can effectively and safely increase hair density and thickness for women with hair loss.

Studying acne-related syndromes helps us understand acne causes and can lead to new treatments.