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Hair transplants can make hair follicles larger and hair shafts thicker.

Androgens can both increase body hair and cause scalp hair loss.

New treatments for skin conditions in children include a preferred drug for birthmark reduction, proactive creams for eczema and vitiligo, a safe psoriasis medication, and special tissues and socks for eczema and fungal infections.

Most HIV patients develop skin symptoms that can indicate the stage of their disease.

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.

Doctors should use a detailed patient history and physical exam to diagnose joint pain, and consult a rheumatologist early for suspected autoimmune diseases.

Hair loss can indicate or worsen with systemic diseases, and treating the underlying condition is important.

Some drugs can cause skin reactions, which may improve when the drug is stopped, and rapid diagnosis and stopping the drug is crucial.

HIV can cause skin disorders, which are often the first sign of infection, especially in people with darker skin.

The document concludes that periocular hair disorders have various causes and treatments, and proper evaluation by specialists is important for management and prognosis.

A 3-year-old boy lost all his hair due to a rare reaction to phenobarbital, but it grew back after steroid treatment.

The document concludes that various childhood hair and nail disorders exist, some may improve on their own, and advances in genetics and immunology could enhance treatment and counseling.

Some alopecia treatments might help treat COVID-19, but more research is needed.

Chicken feather gene mutation helps understand human hair disorders.

Scalp biopsies are essential for accurately diagnosing alopecia areata.

The document emphasizes the need for primary care providers to understand and care for African American children's hair and skin to boost their self-esteem.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of alopecia in children relies on thorough examination and history, and while treatments exist, none can alter the course of alopecia areata, which can significantly affect a child's psychological well-being.

Environmental factors like diet and vitamin levels, especially Vitamin D, can affect autoimmune diseases differently, with lifestyle changes potentially improving outcomes.

Skin symptoms without a medical cause often reflect psychological stress and are influenced by culture, requiring a team approach for treatment.

Skin doctors should know about skin and kidney disease links to prevent serious kidney problems.

Foreign-body granuloma may be a marker for late-stage Lichen Planopilaris and should be considered in diagnosis.

A man developed skin cancer on his scalp after multiple artificial hair grafts.

Iron deficiency might contribute to hair loss in women.

Smoking is linked to more hair loss and premature graying compared to nonsmokers.

Different scalp imaging methods are important for studying hair and scalp health and require more volunteers for better evaluation.

The document provides a practical guide for diagnosing and treating various types of hair loss.

Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair and scalp diseases without needing skin biopsies.

New treatments targeting T-cell pathways are needed for better alopecia areata management.

Intradermal injections improve hair density and thickness better, while derma roller is more convenient.

Trichodynia is a painful scalp condition not directly linked to the amount or type of hair loss and may involve psychological factors, with treatments showing mixed results.