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A cancer patient developed a type of hair loss after starting a cancer drug called vandetanib.

Phototherapy can improve various types of hair loss with minimal side effects, but more research is needed to optimize treatment.

Systemic corticosteroids can help treat rapidly spreading vitiligo but require more research for safer use.

Blood pressure drugs can cause skin lupus, but it improves after stopping the drug. The glycoprotein D vaccine works against genital herpes in some women, and the HPV-16 vaccine reduces HPV-16 infection and related diseases. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. A cream called imiquimod effectively treats a type of skin cancer. Iron supplements don't necessarily help with chronic hair loss in women.

Various skin conditions like cutaneous lupus erythematosus, psoriasis, and basal cell carcinoma can be effectively treated with antihypertensive agents, NB-UVB phototherapy, and imiquimod cream respectively. Vaccines are effective against genital herpes and HPV-16 infection. Early intervention is crucial for conditions like diabetic foot ulcers and neonatal herpes. Certain dyes can cause hand dermatitis, and there's a link between smoking/drinking and psoriasis in men. No direct link was found between low iron levels and chronic hair loss in women.

High blood pressure drugs often cause skin lupus, stopping the drug usually helps. A vaccine helps prevent genital herpes and HPV-16. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. No link was found between low iron and chronic hair loss.

Various skin conditions can be treated effectively with different methods, such as discontinuing certain drugs, using specific vaccines, applying creams, and changing lifestyle habits like smoking and drinking.

Melasma is now considered a skin aging disorder caused by sun exposure in people with a genetic tendency, which impacts treatment and prevention approaches.

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.

Skin grafting can help repigment vitiligo, but it's less effective for widespread cases due to the Koebner phenomenon.

Finasteride increases hair density in female androgenetic alopecia, but individual results may vary.

Some medications might reverse gray hair, especially those that reduce inflammation or stimulate pigment production, and vitamin B might help.

Blocking IL-12/IL-23 does not help with hair loss in alopecia areata for mice or humans.

UVA1-light therapy successfully treated a child's skin condition, mycosis fungoides.

Inflammation and Demodex mites might contribute to hair loss, and targeting them could help treat it.

Oral tofacitinib has a moderate success rate and is generally safe for treating hair loss in some patients.

Fox Fordyce disease can occur in prepubertal girls and may be underdiagnosed.

Combining mometasone furoate cream with adapalene gel is safer and more effective for hair regrowth in alopecia areata than using the cream alone.

Treating both the mind and skin together, especially by managing stress, can greatly improve outcomes for skin disorders linked to psychological issues.

DCPA is a chronic skin condition affecting the legs, often misdiagnosed, and needs more research for better understanding and treatment.

Fresh plasma transfusions did not help treat Leiner disease in an infant.

Diphenylcyclopropenone is more effective and has fewer side effects than dinitrochlorobenzene for treating alopecia areata.

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

Polarized light therapy helps hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients.

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

308 nm excimer light therapy may help hair regrowth in alopecia areata with delayed results and no serious side effects.

Minoxidil 2% is more effective than tacrolimus 0.1% for hair regrowth in mild to moderate patchy hair loss, and combining both might give better results.

Some moles can disappear naturally, maintenance therapy for Stage 1 mycosis fungoides may not be necessary, allergic skin reactions in children are rising, weekly methotrexate for psoriasis is more effective than daily, long-term finasteride use improves hair growth with few side effects, and petrolatum improves UV therapy for psoriasis.

The document concludes that treating skin conditions should include psychological care and a multidisciplinary approach is essential for effective management.

The document suggests improvements for a hair and scalp disease book and recommends a two-volume skin surgery reference for dermatologists.