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Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.

Accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment are crucial for managing common primary care symptoms.

Hair follicles stored in a special medium had the highest survival rate, and "plucked" follicles and follicular units showed better growth after transplant.

Hair follicles stored in a special medium and certain types of grafts have higher survival and growth rates after transplantation.

The document concludes that rib-sparing techniques in breast reconstruction have limited benefits, sentinel lymph node biopsy is needed for desmoplastic melanoma, certain hair preservation methods improve graft survival, partial turbinectomy effectively reduces nasal obstruction, nipple shields with irrigation may reduce capsular contracture, and thicker malignant melanomas have a higher risk of non-skin cancers.

French maritime pine bark extract significantly increased hair density in menopausal women.

Certain microRNAs might help identify and understand Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia.

The conclusion is that closing scalp wounds is possible, but restoring hair without donor material is still a major challenge.

A rare fungal infection on a child's scalp was successfully treated with antifungal medication.

Giving a special protein to dogs with a certain genetic disease improved their symptoms but didn't help with hair growth.

Metformin taken during pregnancy increases SHBG in newborns but doesn't change other hormone levels in mothers or babies.

Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide is better than PRP for treating scalp alopecia areata, leading to faster and more complete hair regrowth.

Stopping minoxidil and draining fluid around the heart can save lives in rare cases.

Ultrasound measurement of the ovarian stroma to total area ratio is not a reliable single predictor of high male hormone levels in Thai women with PCOS, but works better when combined with clinical signs.

Surgical skin treatments improved with new methods like laser resurfacing, combined techniques, and better hair and fat removal options.

Sorafenib after liver surgery may increase survival for some liver cancer patients.

A boy with GAPO syndrome had hair loss similar to male pattern baldness without hormone issues, possibly due to skin or blood vessel problems.

Nanotechnology shows promise for better chronic wound healing but needs more research.

Insulin resistance is linked to many health problems and is influenced by diet, genetics, and other factors.

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) shows promise for hair growth, ulcer healing, and skin rejuvenation, but more research is needed for consistent results and it's not suitable for people with certain blood conditions.

Some blood thinners can cause hair loss, but switching medications can stop it.

Antioxidants improved hair growth in alopecia areata patients regardless of disease duration.

DNMT1 helps turn hair follicle stem cells into fat cells by blocking a specific microRNA.

Pericardiocentesis and immunosuppressants effectively treat cardiac tamponade in pregnant women with SLE.

Doctors often miss Hair Tourniquet Syndrome, which can lead to serious damage if not treated quickly.

The document suggests that targeting the hormone DHT could be a more effective treatment for prostate cancer than targeting testosterone.

A surface with VEGF can specifically capture endothelial cells from flowing fluids.

Many treatments for hair loss show potential, but more testing is needed to confirm their effectiveness. Only minoxidil for women and minoxidil and finasteride for men are FDA approved.

Long-term effects of COVID-19 can vary over time and are more likely in certain age and gender groups, while race, income, and education levels have little to no impact. Ongoing medical care is needed due to potential complications.