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Male and female bodies respond differently to stress, influenced by hormones and development stages, with implications for stress-related diseases.

Some treatments can help with a hair loss condition called alopecia areata, but none ensure lasting results; choices depend on the person, with JAK inhibitors showing promise for severe cases.

Current treatments for alopecia show no significant long-term benefits.

Women with PCOS face higher risks of diabetes and heart disease, and these risks increase with obesity.

Estrogens significantly influence hair growth by interacting with receptors in hair follicles and may help regulate the hair growth cycle.

Lichen planus is a skin condition that can resolve on its own, is linked to hepatitis C, and increases the risk of skin cancer.

Humans lost body hair relatively recently in evolution.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of ichthyosis is crucial for treatment and genetic advice, and ongoing research is needed for better therapies.

Alopecia areata is a common autoimmune disease affecting about 2% of people, causing significant disability and often associated with mental health issues and other autoimmune conditions.

Postpartum depression is linked to changes in brain chemicals, inflammation, stress, and certain genes, and can potentially be identified by markers like specific steroids, serotonin levels, and vitamin D levels.

Taxane chemotherapy can cause skin, hair, and nail side effects, which are often under-reported and can affect patient quality of life.

Alopecia areata significantly lowers the quality of life, especially in emotional and mental health aspects.

Coal tar shampoos, salicylic acid, and topical corticosteroids are effective for scalp psoriasis, with Vitamin D3 analogues also showing benefits; severe cases may require stronger medication with more risks.

Insulin sensitizers may slightly reduce hirsutism but are less effective than other treatments.

Modern lifestyles, including poor diet, stress, and long-term use of certain medications, hinder the body's ability to heal from inflammation, leading to chronic diseases.

Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.

Manipulating the catagen and telogen phases of hair growth could lead to treatments for hair disorders.

Stress increases a factor in mice that leads to hair loss, and blocking this factor may prevent it.

Hair follicles are hormone-sensitive and involved in growth and other functions, with potential for new treatments, but more research is needed.

A wearable device using electric stimulation can significantly improve hair growth.

New hormonal contraceptives are safer, have fewer side effects, and offer health benefits for women.

The document concludes that hirsutism is the main sign for diagnosing hyperandrogenism, which requires a detailed patient history and physical exam.

Androgenetic alopecia involves genetics, hormones, and can be treated with medications or surgery.

Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.

Certain mice without specific receptors or mast cells don't lose hair from stress.

Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for male hair loss, minoxidil for female hair loss, and various treatments like corticosteroids work for alopecia areata; treatment should be tailored to the individual.

Some heart drugs show promise for other conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.

HFMs can help study hair growth and test potential hair growth drugs.

Lifestyle changes improve metabolism and fertility in overweight PCOS patients; anti-obesity drugs show potential but need more research.

Many people with alopecia experience high levels of social anxiety, anxiety, and depression, and while wigs can boost confidence, they may also cause anxiety.