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Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease causing patchy hair loss, often with other autoimmune disorders, but its exact causes are unknown.

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.

Tofacitinib helped regrow hair in most adolescents with alopecia areata, but more research is needed.

Cepharanthine is a well-tolerated drug with multiple medical uses, including anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.

No single treatment is consistently effective for alopecia areata, and more research is needed.

Vitamin D has potential benefits for cancer prevention, heart health, diabetes, obesity, muscle function, skin health, and immune function, but clinical results are mixed and more research is needed.

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.

TSH is usually the only test needed to check thyroid function in primary care.

Thymus transplantation successfully restored immune function in infants with FOXN1 deficiency.

The treatment helped reduce symptoms and stabilize the hairline in most patients with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, but hair regrowth was limited.

People with alopecia areata often have other health issues like skin diseases, metabolic syndrome, stomach infections, lupus, anemia, thyroid problems, mental health issues, vitamin D deficiency, and hearing and eye problems.

The document concludes that certain genetic mutations and dietary factors are involved in acne development, and treatments like isotretinoin and diet changes can help manage it.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment are important for skin problems in women with PCOS.

Lichen planopilaris is a chronic, scarring hair loss condition with no definitive cure, requiring accurate diagnosis and treatment to manage symptoms.

Alopecia areata is likely caused by a combination of genetic factors and immune system dysfunction, and may represent different diseases with various causes.

Skin changes can help diagnose and manage endocrine disorders like thyroid problems, diabetes, and adrenal gland conditions.

To diagnose hair loss, use a systematic approach including history, exams, and tests.

Vitiligo affects overall health and self-esteem, needing more research and awareness.

Amenorrhea is relatively rare and initial testing should check FSH, TSH, and prolactin levels.

Minoxidil can help regrow hair in alopecia areata patients.

Both vitiligo and alopecia areata involve an immune response triggered by stress and specific genes, with treatments targeting this pathway showing potential.

People with diabetes or obesity should manage their conditions carefully as they have a higher risk of severe COVID-19.

Early onset and pustules indicate severe hair follicle inflammation, and while antibiotics help, the condition often worsens after treatment stops.

The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of primary cicatricial alopecia is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss.

Mood stabilizers like lithium and anticonvulsants have side effects that can lead to patients stopping their medication, and managing these effects is important for treatment adherence.

A deficiency in the TTC7A gene causes immune problems, gut issues, and hair loss.

Vitiligo causes white skin patches and is linked to autoimmune issues.

Genetic screening is crucial for accurately diagnosing APS-1 due to its varied symptoms.

Celiac disease can cause skin problems that may get better with a gluten-free diet.

Most patients with chronic hair shedding did not progress to permanent hair loss, and one showed improvement with treatment.