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Blocking JAK-STAT signaling can lead to hair growth.

Male and female skin differ due to hormones, affecting conditions like hair loss, acne, and skin cancer, and suggesting a need for gender-specific treatments.

Humans lost body hair relatively recently in evolution.

Guidelines for diagnosing common hair loss include detailed history, clinical examination, and various diagnostic techniques.

Antiandrogens are somewhat effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.

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.

Telogen effluvium is a common type of hair loss that can resolve on its own or become chronic, with treatment depending on early diagnosis.

Some vitamins and minerals like vitamin D and iron can help with certain types of hair loss, but more research is needed for others.

Different types of stem cells and their environments are key to skin repair and maintenance.

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

Finasteride effectively treats baldness but may cause sexual side effects.

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

The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.

No effective treatment for frontal fibrosing alopecia was found, but oral 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors had the best response; for lichen planopilaris, topical corticosteroids were commonly used but had a high relapse rate.

Platelet-rich plasma may help with hair growth and skin quality but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.

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.

Drug advertising has greatly increased, changing consumer behavior and raising concerns about its influence on healthcare and patient protection.

Oral retinoids are effective for various skin conditions but have side effects and should not be used during pregnancy.

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

Survivors of Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis need ongoing care for various long-term health problems.

Finasteride effectively blocks rat enzymes, but with varying methods and strength.

Women with type 1 diabetes often have polycystic ovary syndrome and excess male hormones, which are frequently undiagnosed.

Certain genetic variations in the AR and ERβ genes can affect androgen levels in women.

Microneedling is a safe and effective treatment for various skin conditions, often preferred for its fewer side effects and shorter recovery time.

Lower SHBG levels may increase the risk of PCOS.

Prolactin affects hair growth cycles and can cause early hair follicle regression.

Minoxidil quickly leaves blood, turns into urine metabolites, and has lasting blood pressure-lowering effects.

Women with PCOS may take longer to get pregnant but can have a normal family size, and should manage their overall health to reduce long-term health risks.

Type 2 diabetes, bacterial scalp infections, and tight hairstyles like braids and weaves are linked to a higher risk of a scarring hair loss condition in African American women.

Minoxidil promotes hair growth in women with early-stage alopecia.