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Areata-like lupus can mimic alopecia areata but is a form of cutaneous lupus erythematosus.

Hair loss can be managed with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and others, but there are still gaps in effectiveness and off-label usage is increasing.

Trichoscopy is a reliable method for diagnosing hair and scalp disorders quickly and non-invasively.

Oral tofacitinib successfully treated total body hair loss in one patient.

The research found that male pattern hair loss is mostly genetic and involves hair thinning due to hormonal effects and changes in gene expression.

The 2015 Hair Research Congress concluded that stem cells, maraviroc, and simvastatin could potentially treat Alopecia Areata, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and steroids could treat Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and PTGDR2 antagonists could also treat alopecia. They also found that low-level light therapy could help with hair loss, a robotic device could assist in hair extraction, and nutrition could aid hair growth. They suggested that Alopecia Areata is an inflammatory disorder, not a single disease, indicating a need for personalized treatments.

The conclusion is that there's a link between high testosterone levels, insulin resistance, and certain skin conditions, regardless of obesity.

Topical minoxidil is the best-supported treatment for female hair loss, but personalized plans are needed.

The new 5% minoxidil foam is as effective and safe as Rogaine® for treating hair loss in Chinese men.

Androgenetic alopecia causes hair thinning due to increased androgen activity, treatable with minoxidil and finasteride.