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Androgenetic alopecia is linked to higher cardiovascular and metabolic risks, possibly due to irisin resistance.

People with androgenic alopecia (AGA) have a higher chance of getting metabolic syndrome.

Wait 4-5 weeks after drug use before hair testing and cut hair into three segments to confirm single drug exposure.

Wait 3 months after COVID-19 before trying assisted reproduction and further research is needed on COVID-19's effects on male hormones and fertility.

A new teledermatology system improved access and reduced wait times for skin care.

Hair transplants can lead to hair loss from lichen planopilaris, and patients should be tested and wait two years before the procedure.

Hair transplants can cause hair loss if done while lichen planopilaris is active; wait until it's inactive for two years and check with a scalp biopsy first.

A rare biotin deficiency in an Iraqi family caused severe symptoms but was successfully treated with lifelong biotin.

A Moroccan athlete got a rare scalp infection, stressing the need for better hygiene in sports.

Waiting for a perfect study is futile; instead, use a clinical registry and collect data incrementally to improve wound treatment knowledge.

Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune disease causing hair loss in patches, often starting before age 20, and while some cases recover on their own, treatments include topical corticosteroids, minoxidil, and promising new methods like IL-31 antibodies and 308-nm Excimer laser therapy.

A man's crushed thumb caused unusual horizontal nail ridges on all fingers of one hand.

Short scalp flaps are easier but not good for severe baldness; Juri flaps are complex but better for density and coverage.

A woman got a serious strep infection from an IUD, likely passed from her husband's infected throat during sexual activity.

Using a teletriage system greatly increased access to skin care for uninsured Latino immigrants at a clinic.

Parental support and gender-affirming care are crucial for the mental health of transgender adolescents.

Surgery for burn scar alopecia often involves multiple procedures, and treatment options should be more accessible to improve self-image.

Elderly patients with CCCA were all African American with low vitamin D, but no iron or zinc deficiencies, and no hormonal imbalances compared to younger patients.

The document provides a step-by-step training guide for beginner surgeons and assistants to learn hair restoration surgery, emphasizing careful practice to avoid irreversible loss of hair follicles.

The data suggests that dosing differences can help manage spasticity in patients with upper motor neuron dysfunction.

Taking high doses of fluconazole for a long time can cause reversible hair loss.

SMAs improve patient satisfaction and may be cost-effective for female hair loss.

Platelet-rich plasma may help with wound healing, hair growth, and skin rejuvenation, but more research is needed to prove its effectiveness.

Cortisone may help hair regrow by altering the local environment, with regrowth starting 3-4 weeks after treatment, but its use is not widely recommended.

Tofacitinib is effective and safe for treating severe hair loss in Korean patients.

Corkscrew hair may be a new sign for quickly diagnosing scalp fungus in black children.

New treatments for severe hair loss often fail, but some patients see hair regrowth with specific therapies, and treatment should be tailored to the individual's situation.

Ringworm is a common, contagious fungal infection in dogs that can spread to humans and requires lengthy treatment.

A new semi-automatic hair implanter could make hair transplants easier, more successful, and more accessible.

The medical student learned to balance medical knowledge with empathy when delivering difficult news to patients.