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Corticosteroid pulse therapy is more effective for severe alopecia areata than combination therapy.

Monthly oral corticosteroid pulses effectively treat widespread alopecia areata in young patients.

An 18-year-old girl with pemphigus vulgaris needed strong medication and careful treatment due to ineffective initial therapies and side effects.

A combination of oral cyclosporin and PUVA treatment worked well for a severe skin condition called generalized pustular psoriasis.

Intramuscular triamcinolone and pulse therapy with oral predonine are effective for alopecia areata with manageable side effects, but better relapse prevention is needed.

Early high-dose steroid treatment helps prolong disease-free periods in severe alopecia areata.

Iron supplements may reverse premature graying in iron-deficient individuals; ingrown nails are common in diabetics with certain risk factors; topical finasteride may reduce scalp DHT as effectively as oral finasteride; monilethrix treatment is challenging but some medications can help.

Oral methylprednisolone pulse therapy helped an 11-year-old regrow 80% of his hair in six months.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and treatment of follicular disorders are crucial, with specific treatments for conditions like acne, drug-induced eruptions, and rosacea.

European guidelines recommend regular eye and ear exams, skin care, vitamin D supplements, and cautious use of medications for managing congenital ichthyoses.

Some treatments can help with hair regrowth in alopecia areata, but results vary and long-term use is often needed without changing the disease's outcome.

Platelet-rich plasma treatment is not very effective for chronic severe alopecia areata.

Methotrexate alone is as effective and safe as combining it with prednisolone for treating Lichen planopilaris.

PCOS starts in adolescence with hormonal issues, leading to adult health problems, and early treatment is crucial.

A patient with pemphigus vulgaris improved significantly after treatment for an additional viral skin infection.

Some treatments for hair loss, like finasteride, biotin, and minoxidil, can be effective, but their success varies by individual case.

Dr. Rodney Sinclair uses a detailed grading system to diagnose female pattern hair loss, recommends daily spironolactone and minoxidil for treatment, and believes genetics play a role in the condition.

The document concludes that various hair and scalp disorders in children have specific treatments and proper diagnosis is essential.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) often leads to severe acne, and lifestyle changes and hormonal treatments can help manage it.

The document says that early treatment of Acne Vulgaris is important to prevent scarring and that adult onset acne is common in women, often due to hormonal imbalances.

New psoriasis treatments are effective but come with side effects and risks.

Various dermatologic treatments were effective for skin conditions like acne, rosacea, hair loss, and psoriasis from December 1986 to December 1987.

A young woman with lupus was treated with hydroxychloroquine and prednisone.

Intense pulsed light (IPL) is an efficient and safe method for hair removal, reducing hair by about 80%.

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

Long-pulsed ruby lasers effectively reduce hair for up to 2 years with minimal pain.

The document concludes that sex hormones are crucial for mammalian reproduction, health, and behavior, and require more research for therapeutic use.

Tacrolimus causes fewer acute rejections than cyclosporin A in kidney transplants but doesn't necessarily improve kidney function after one year; cardiovascular risks and side effects vary between the two drugs.

The conclusion is that while oral contraceptive pills are effective for PCOS-related high androgen levels, new treatments with fewer side effects are needed.

Neuroactive steroids show promise for treating mental and neurological disorders by targeting GABA_A receptors.