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Menopause can cause skin issues, and seeing a dermatologist helps.

Some men can have female pattern baldness without hormonal abnormalities or signs of feminization.

Male pattern baldness is a common hair loss in men caused by genetics and hormones, with treatments including drugs, hair transplants, and hair loss products.

Dermatology referrals improve patient care, but non-dermatologists need better training in skin conditions.

The document concludes that personalized treatment, including lifestyle changes and medication, is essential for managing PCOS in teenagers, while also addressing their psychological well-being.

Male pattern baldness is partly caused by specific genes, but most genetic factors are still unknown.

Reviewers criticized the study for assuming drugs with similar side-effects work the same way and questioned the validity of its findings due to potential biases and data quality issues.

The document lists common and scalp-specific lesions, emphasizing the need for hair restoration surgeons to recognize these and refer patients to a dermatologist if necessary.

Dr. Zitelli emphasized that "Mohs surgery" should only be called that when one doctor does both the surgery and pathology.

Dr. Rasmussen disagrees with Alexander and Schor, emphasizing uncertainty in genital wart transmission and advocating for discussions on potential abuse and referrals in such cases.

Dr. Rochelle Torgerson says female-pattern hair loss is often hereditary, starts after puberty, and can be slowed with treatments like Minoxidil. It can also indicate other health issues.

Women look young for their age due to larger lips, less sun damage, and genes that prevent gray hair and wrinkles.

Androgenetic alopecia is a common hair loss condition caused by testosterone effects on hair follicles, leading to thinner, shorter, and less pigmented hair, diagnosed using scalp dermoscopy and treated with topical minoxidil, antiandrogen agents, and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors.

Southeast and East Asian men typically have straighter hairlines with less recession and lower hair density, which is important to consider in hair restoration surgery.

Different women have various natural hairline shapes, and understanding this is important for designing hair transplants.

Michael L. Beehner proposed a standardized way to describe balding areas on the scalp to help hair restoration experts communicate better.

5-Alpha reductase inhibitors may prevent prostate cancer but are not widely used due to concerns about trial relevance and potential risks, and more research is needed to confirm long-term benefits.

Micrografting is the most effective surgical method for permanent hair restoration.

A hair transplant using hair from the back of the head and pubic area was successful in creating a feminine hairline for a male-to-female transgender person.

Michael L. Beehner proposed a standardized naming system for balding scalp areas to help hair restoration surgery.

Low dose finasteride doesn't change lipid profile or metabolic parameters in mice.

Certain medications including flutamide, spironolactone, and others effectively reduce excessive hair growth in women, especially when combined with lifestyle changes.

Dermatologists are more accurate than general practitioners in diagnosing skin conditions, especially skin cancer.

Hair loss requires customized treatments based on its various causes and types.

Men with a certain type of hair loss (AGA) have higher bad cholesterol and lower good cholesterol levels, making them more likely to get heart disease.

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a safe and potentially effective way to treat hair loss, especially when combined with minoxidil.

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) may help treat hair loss in patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia who don't respond to other treatments.

Levodopa for Parkinson's disease might be linked to skin issues like melanoma, but it's unclear if the drug or the disease causes them.

Some breast cancer patients on hormonal therapy may develop male or female pattern hair loss, which can sometimes be improved with topical treatments.