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A COVID-19 patient had unusual nail discoloration and nail separation possibly due to the virus's effects on small blood vessels.

Stress, nutritional issues, and chronic diseases can cause hair loss, and nail changes may signal internal diseases; treatment focuses on the underlying cause.

The document says that there are treatments for hair and nail diseases.

Different nail disorders are treated by targeting their specific causes and using appropriate medications or protective measures.

Early baldness in men may indicate risks for obesity, metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, and heart disease, similar to women with PCOS. Alopecia areata is often linked with autoimmune diseases and mental health issues. Certain hair disorders are due to genetic issues, and chemotherapy can cause hair loss through specific biological pathways. Iron deficiency's link to hair loss is still disputed.

Thyroid disease can cause skin, hair, and nail problems, and treating the thyroid condition often improves these symptoms.

Skin, hair, and nail changes can help detect eating disorders early.

Nail disorders are often related to jobs like housework and manual labor, with cosmetic issues being the main concern, and are commonly caused by skin diseases like psoriasis.

Transplant patients often get skin problems, with treatments varying by condition.

Toxic epidermal necrolysis is a severe skin reaction often linked to drugs, requiring careful medication use and supportive care.

Autoimmune liver diseases are likely linked to certain skin conditions like vitiligo and psoriasis.

Looking at skin can help find and treat serious diseases early.

Proper skin toxicity management in chemotherapy is key to continuing treatment and keeping patient quality of life high.

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

Chemotherapy with docetaxel can cause painful nail and skin side effects that may lead to stopping treatment.

The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.

The document explains hair and nail biology, common hair loss conditions and treatments, oral and genital skin diseases, and the risks and treatments associated with squamous cell carcinoma.

Reflectance confocal microscopy can noninvasively diagnose onychomatricoma by showing unique features different from healthy nails or nail fungus.

Vitiligo patients often have nail problems, so checking their nails is important.

Detailed patient history and physical exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.

The document concludes that hormone therapy is essential for treating gender dysphoria, with specific drugs and monitoring protocols recommended for safety and effectiveness.

Use some skin medications with caution during pregnancy; avoid strong steroids, certain eczema treatments, and systemic retinoids, but many topical treatments and nasal sprays are safe.

Vitamin D deficiency is common in temporary hair loss, and stress is often a suspected cause.

Tavaborole is a safe and effective toenail fungus treatment, with the 5% solution being the best option.

Robotic-assisted hair transplant is effective and less painful, but needs more evaluation for long-term results.

The article concludes that hair loss has many causes and treatments, with medication options like finasteride and minoxidil for men, and minoxidil, hormones, or iron for women, while warning against unproven remedies.

Almost all patients with chronic kidney disease not yet on dialysis have at least one skin problem.

Acne is caused by increased sebum, abnormal skin shedding, bacteria, and inflammation, not dirt; treatments vary from creams to antibiotics or isotretinoin, with severe cases needing a dermatologist's care.

Keratin is crucial for keeping skin cells healthy and its changes can lead to diseases and affect cell behavior.

Pharmacists should interpret lab data and perform physical exams to improve patient care.