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New treatments for Alopecia Areata show promise but need to be more effective and affordable.

Finasteride can cause lasting sexual, emotional, and cognitive issues, with varying severity.

The representation of skin conditions in medical reviews partly matches their real-world impact.

Seborrheic dermatitis lowers quality of life more for women, younger people, and those with more education.

Women with PCOS often have more body hair, acne, and skin darkening, and these signs are linked to metabolic issues like insulin resistance and high cholesterol.

Some skin conditions may indicate metabolic syndrome, which could help with early detection and management of related health issues.

The conclusion is that acne, alopecia, and hyperhidrosis are common skin issues with various treatments available, and accurate diagnosis is key for effective management.

Using finasteride or dutasteride may cause long-lasting erectile dysfunction.

South Asian women with PCOS experience more psychological distress and have a poorer quality of life, especially in social relationships, with hirsutism affecting them more than obesity.

Ice-skating athletes often have skin problems due to cold, infections, and inflammation, needing careful treatment and prevention.

The conclusion is that oral contraceptives and antiandrogens can treat hirsutism and acne in women with cutaneous hyperandrogenism, but more research is needed for effective treatments, especially for hair loss.

The consensus document recommends a comprehensive treatment plan for Hidradenitis Suppurativa, including various medications, surgery, lifestyle changes, and the need for more research and resources.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) shows promise for treating various skin conditions, but more research is needed to standardize its use.

Combining laser hair removal with topical eflornithine is recommended for better results in treating unwanted facial hair.

Most skin changes during pregnancy are harmless and temporary, but some can risk the fetus and need careful treatment.

Unwanted facial hair significantly impacts over 40% of women's psychological and social well-being, and various treatment options are available.

The perception of excessive hair growth in women as abnormal is more influenced by cultural norms than by medical reasons.

Tamoxifen caused hair loss in a 52-year-old woman.

Skin diseases linked to insulin resistance should be managed to prevent diabetes and reduce heart disease risk.

Finasteride can treat prostatic haematuria, but its use is controversial.

Male pattern baldness is an unintended side effect of the body's use of androgens for muscle growth, especially in those genetically prone to it.

People with more knowledge about their hair loss condition and those who see it as a serious issue are more likely to seek treatment.

Finasteride for hair loss is safe and does not increase the risk of high-grade prostate cancer.

Finasteride can cause lasting sexual dysfunction, depression, and other side effects, needing more research for treatment.

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

Scalp biopsies are essential for accurately diagnosing alopecia areata.

People with hidradenitis suppurativa often have lower vitamin D levels, weaker hip bones, and altered bone metabolism markers.

Astragalus membranaceus helps regrow hair and reduce hair loss symptoms.

The document concludes that a protein involved in hair growth may link to baldness and that more research is needed on its role in hair loss and skin cancer treatments.

About half of Taiwanese dermatologists use dermoscopy, mainly to improve diagnosis and detect cancer early, but cost and lack of training limit its wider use.