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The document reviews various hair and nail disorders, their causes, and treatments, emphasizing the need for proper diagnosis and the link between nail changes and systemic diseases.

A 72-year-old man with sudden taste issues and hair growth was diagnosed with a severe stomach cancer and died within 5 months.

Hirsutism is mainly caused by high androgen levels or sensitivity, with PCOS being the most common cause.

Hair loss improved with treatment and successful transplant.

Pregnancy can cause various skin changes and diseases, requiring careful treatment to protect the baby.

People distressed by minor skin changes should consult dermatologists with cosmetic expertise, and a public Cosmetic Dermatology Service with mental health support is recommended.

Antibiotics often cause skin reactions, making them a major health concern.

Understanding normal hair growth and loss in children is key to diagnosing and treating hair disorders.

Follicle Stimulating Hormone is important for fertility.

The article concludes that proper antifungal treatment is essential for treating scalp fungal infections in children, and trichoscopy is useful for diagnosis and monitoring.

Platelet-rich plasma therapy may have benefits and is generally safe, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety.

Terbinafine is the most effective medicine for fungal nail infections, especially for diabetics and those with weak immune systems.

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

The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.

The document concludes that Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus has different forms, is influenced by genetic and environmental factors, and can be treated with various medications, but more targeted therapies are needed.

The conclusion is that endocrinology significantly impacts medicine with various common medications used for treatment.

Proper care and understanding of skin diseases in pregnant women are crucial for their health and recovery.

Intralesional triamcinolone is the most effective treatment for alopecia areata, followed by excimer light therapy, and then topical minoxidil. The scalp responds better to treatment than the beard area.

Men with early balding should be checked for metabolic syndrome, as there's a link between the two.

Any medication can cause skin reactions, some due to allergies and others due to dosage or genetic factors.

Different connective tissue disorders have unique symptoms and treatments, with varying outcomes and often require ongoing care from a specialist.

Exposure to certain sex hormones can increase health risks, while some hormone therapies may offer benefits for specific conditions.

The document reviews key historical figures and discoveries in dermatology.

Use the least toxic, most specific treatments for skin diseases, considering side effects and individual patient needs.

UK medical students lack dermatology education, liver biopsy patients with risk factors show more fibrosis, and certain fungi resist drugs due to melanin; genetics may influence female hair loss.

The document suggests a bacteria plays a significant role in acne rosacea and that white hair can regain color after transplant, meriting more research on reversing grey hair.

The document reports unique growth lines in a child after Stevens-Johnson syndrome, skin reaction from parsnips and sun in a girl, and itchy skin with xanthomas in a boy with Alagille syndrome.

Lower adrenal hormone levels may cause hair loss in postmenopausal women, certain patterns help diagnose nail cancer, and a gene variant linked to higher skin cancer risk in kidney transplant patients suggests monitoring folate levels.

Androgens and other hormones affect hair growth and skin conditions like acne.

The exam tested knowledge on various skin-related topics for CME credit.