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Men using hair loss drugs like finasteride may experience sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction, but it's unclear who will be affected and when. Treating depression and sexual symptoms is suggested, as these men often have higher rates of both. More research is needed to understand why these side effects occur.

The document explains different hair loss types and treatments, emphasizing diagnosis through examination and tests, and specific treatments for each condition.

Understanding how hair follicle stem cells work can help find new ways to prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.

Environmental factors at different levels control hair stem cell activity, which could lead to new hair growth and alopecia treatments.

Animal models, especially mice, are essential for advancing hair loss research and treatment.

Some postmenopausal women with frontal fibrosing alopecia stopped losing hair with finasteride treatment, hinting at a possible hormonal cause.

Male pattern baldness may be caused by factors like poor blood circulation, scalp tension, stress, and hormonal imbalances, but the exact causes are still unclear.

The conclusion is that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires good teamwork between skin doctors and lab experts.

New treatments for excessive hair growth in women include insulin modulators and enzyme inhibitors.

The document concludes that treatments for cicatricial alopecia are not well-supported by evidence, but hair transplantation shows more predictable and satisfactory results.

Hormonal imbalances can cause skin and hair problems in women, and treatments that block male hormones can help.

A new mutation in the DCAF17 gene was found to cause Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome in a large family.

Androgens can both stimulate and cause hair loss, and understanding their effects is key to treating hair disorders.

Genetics and hormones play a role in male and female hair loss, but more research is needed to fully understand it.

Finasteride potentially treats hair loss by reducing DHT production.

Hair growth is influenced by hormones and goes through different phases; androgens can both promote and inhibit hair growth depending on the body area.

The document concludes that specialized hair transplant techniques can be effective, with varying success rates depending on the donor area and patient factors.

Mutations in the LSS gene cause a rare type of hereditary hair loss.

TTD hair brittleness is caused by multiple structural abnormalities.

The patient was diagnosed with anorexia nervosa and severe malnutrition, requiring urgent refeeding and monitoring.

Hormones significantly influence hair growth, with conditions like hirsutism and patterned hair loss linked to hormone levels; more research is needed for full understanding.

Hair restoration for East Asians should consider their unique characteristics like head shape, hair thickness, and hair density, and use modified procedures and treatments to minimize scarring and maintain hair density.

Androgens like testosterone affect hair growth and oil production differently across body parts and individuals.

The document concludes that hair is complex, with a detailed growth cycle, structure, and clinical importance, affecting various scientific and medical fields.

Androgens can cause hair growth in some areas and hair loss on the scalp.

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a genetic disorder with two forms, causing symptoms like early puberty and severe acne, but can be identified through screening and treated with glucocorticoids.

A 71-year-old woman developed male-like features due to high testosterone levels caused by a benign ovarian tumor, which was successfully removed by surgery.

Hair loss can happen after severe H1N1 flu but usually grows back in 4 months.

Trichotillomania is a condition where people repeatedly pull out their hair, which can be triggered by stress and has various physical signs.

Accurate assessment of puberty using Tanner staging is crucial for identifying normal and abnormal development.