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Iron supplements may reverse premature graying in iron-deficient individuals; ingrown nails are common in diabetics with certain risk factors; topical finasteride may reduce scalp DHT as effectively as oral finasteride; monilethrix treatment is challenging but some medications can help.

Obesity in the U.S. is largely influenced by diet and exercise, certain medications can improve heart procedures and hair growth, and major teaching hospitals have better patient outcomes.

Hormonal therapy is a treatment option for acne, the only medical treatment for hirsutism, and the most promising for androgenetic alopecia.

Hydralazine and minoxidil are blood pressure medications that relax blood vessels, with potential side effects like rapid heartbeat and fluid retention, and are used for severe or pregnancy-related hypertension.

Effective treatments for lichen planopilaris are unclear due to inconsistent results and a lack of strong research evidence.

Current treatments for alopecia areata often fail to achieve and maintain significant hair regrowth.

Topical finasteride might help with male hair loss with fewer side effects than pills, but more research is needed.

A 54-year-old man with painful skin blisters and fever was diagnosed with Sweet syndrome and successfully treated with corticosteroids.

A 16-year-old girl's skin rash was likely caused by an infection and improved with topical steroids.

Over 40% of postmenopausal women experience hair loss, with treatments aiming to stop further loss and possibly thicken hair.

Up to half of adult women may experience hair loss, and doctors should use medical history, exams, and tests to find the cause and treat it.

Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation causes dark skin patches and needs personalized treatment.

Antidepressants may improve or resolve scalp dysesthesia in most patients.

Multiple treatments work best for hair loss.

A young man was initially misdiagnosed with a scalp condition but was found to have a fungal infection, which improved with antifungal treatment.

Hair loss in teenagers is hard to treat and lacks a cure, with some treatments available depending on the type of hair loss.

Propionibacterium acnes might be linked to hair casts and possibly alopecia.

The new FDA labeling rules provide more detailed drug safety information for pregnant and breastfeeding women, but more data is needed on the risks of many dermatologic drugs.

Topical minoxidil can cause excessive hair growth in children, so use it carefully.

Low-level laser therapy did not reduce licking or improve lesions in dogs with ALD but did increase hair growth.

Hair loss in a woman with eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome improved after stopping L-tryptophan and starting treatment.

Certain medications can impact metabolic syndrome, with some improving conditions like high blood sugar and others having no effect.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial for treating various hair disorders, which have significant psychological impacts.

Oral cyclosporin doesn't stop hair loss.

Mesotherapy is a promising alternative to minoxidil for hair loss with mild side effects.

A boy's hair, nails, and skin improved after 6 months of steroid treatment.

The document summarizes important skin care topics for non-specialist doctors, including treatments for skin conditions and the management of skin diseases.

Different scalp conditions can lead to hair loss or tumors, with treatments varying from creams to surgery; early detection is crucial.

Lupus can cause different skin problems, and treatments like quitting smoking and using certain creams or medicines can help.

The document concluded that FDA-approved treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are effective for hair loss, while the effectiveness of natural remedies and other non-approved treatments is not well-supported by evidence.