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A boy with chromosome 13q deletion syndrome developed eye cancer, a woman with breast cancer lost vision due to a rare side-effect of her treatment, a man's vision worsened after using a hair loss drug, and two rare disorders were discussed. Optical Coherence Tomography is useful for diagnosing and monitoring these conditions.

Eye exams are crucial for kids with 13q deletion syndrome, tamoxifen can cause vision loss, Propecia may lead to cataracts, Lipoid Proteinosis causes skin bumps, and OCT is useful for diagnosing macular diseases.

A new gel containing minoxidil can treat hair loss effectively, potentially reducing side effects and improving treatment.

Adrenal gland disease is common in ferrets and causes hair loss and other symptoms.

The enzymes 5α-reductase and 3α/β-hydroxysteroid oxidoreductase help create brain-active substances from progesterone and testosterone, which could be used for treatment, but more research is needed to ensure their safety and effectiveness.

RU58841, a nonsteroidal anti-androgen, showed potential as a topical treatment for hair loss, increasing hair density, thickness, and length without systemic side effects in Stumptailed Macaques.

COVID-19 may harm male fertility and damage the reproductive system.

The document concludes that oral finasteride and topical minoxidil are effective for genetic hair loss, while other treatments for different types of hair loss show promise but need more research.

Older adults have a wide range of skin conditions, with dry skin being very common and many also experiencing skin growths, itching, and infections.

Finasteride significantly reduced tics and obsessive-compulsive symptoms in patients with Tourette syndrome.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and tailored long-term treatment can effectively manage androgenic disorders in women, improving patient care outcomes.

The new FDA labeling rules provide more detailed drug safety information for pregnant and breastfeeding women, but more data is needed on the risks of many dermatologic drugs.

Plant-based remedies may treat hair loss by reducing inflammation and improving insulin resistance.

New treatments for skin conditions related to the sebaceous gland are being developed based on current research.

Hair follicles are essential for skin health, aiding in hair growth, wound healing, and immune function.

Many adults in Porto have acne, but few know or treat it.

Changes in testosterone and estrogen receptor genes can affect how men age, influencing body fat, hair patterns, and possibly leading to skin disorders.

Some men taking finasteride for hair loss may experience sexual problems like erectile dysfunction and decreased sex drive, which can persist even after stopping the medication.

Mice with a Gsdma3 gene mutation have thicker skin and longer hair follicle openings due to increased β-catenin levels.

Taking Propecia might lead to the development of cataracts.

THAP1 gene changes do not affect DYT1 dystonia; finasteride may help reduce tics and OCD in Tourette syndrome.

The new treatment regimen was effective in promoting significant hair growth in all 15 male patients with androgenic alopecia.

Hormonal therapies, like flutamide and cyproterone acetate, are safe and effective for treating adult women's acne, especially those with hormone imbalance or resistant acne.

The document discusses various eye conditions and their treatments, including a rare eye cancer in a baby, vision loss from a cancer drug, cataracts from a baldness treatment, a rare skin disorder, and a specific type of eye disease diagnosed with a special imaging technique.

Finasteride reduces testosterone conversion, progesterone lessens this, and levamisole enhances finasteride's effect.

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.

Progesterone treatment improved seizures in a woman with menstrual cycle-related epilepsy, but a wrong medication worsened her condition.

Cyproterone acetate is the preferred treatment for women's hyperandrogenism when estrogen/progestogen use is safe.

The document concludes that the immune-inhibitory environment of the hair follicle may prevent melanoma development.

Topical therapies show promise for hair loss and acne treatment with minimal side effects.