November 2008 in “Pediatrics in Review” Hormonal birth control pills are commonly used by teens but often fail due to incorrect use.
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May 2022 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss is a frequent long-term effect of COVID-19, and oral minoxidil is the most common effective treatment.
December 2025 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Use a combination of oral dutasteride, topical treatments, and hydroxychloroquine to manage frontal fibrosing alopecia.
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January 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” JAK inhibitors show promise for treating skin conditions like eczema, hair loss, and psoriasis.
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August 2022 in “Frontiers in Oncology” Photobiomodulation therapy helps manage cancer treatment side effects but needs more research for optimization.
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November 2015 in “International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics” Both contraceptive pill doses effectively reduced androgen levels in women with PCOS.
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July 2018 in “AJGP” Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively reduces hair loss in women with female pattern hair loss.
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March 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Prurigo pigmentosa mainly affects middle-aged White and Asian women, often linked to a ketogenic diet, and is best treated with oral antibiotics.
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January 2025 in “Dermatologica Sinica” Experts recommend personalized treatment plans for alopecia areata, using corticosteroids and minoxidil for mild cases, and stronger medications for severe cases.
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October 2018 Hair loss in children is often caused by scalp infections, immune disorders, hair pulling, stress, and requires careful treatment due to emotional effects.
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January 2017 in “PubMed” A girl with lupus had unusually long and thick eyelashes, a rare symptom of her condition.
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February 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Topical tofacitinib cream may help treat certain hair loss conditions with fewer risks.
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November 2024 in “JAAD reviews.” Certain drugs can change hair color, either lightening or darkening it.
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July 2021 in “Annales De Dermatologie Et De Venereologie” Vulvar acne, also known as "vulvar Fordyce adenitis", is a condition causing painful bumps on the labia, and it's not always effectively treated with common acne medications, but isotretinoin has shown promise.
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October 2022 in “Adolescent Health, Medicine and Therapeutics” Gender-affirming therapy can cause skin issues like acne and hair loss in transgender adolescents, and more research is needed on its dermatological effects.
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July 2022 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” New and existing treatments for hair loss show promise, with some being more effective for men and others for women.
October 2025 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Trichoscopy helped correctly diagnose and treat a scalp and eyebrow fungal infection.
May 2025 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Topical and oral minoxidil are the best treatments for monilethrix.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Women’s Dermatology” CCCA mainly affects Black women and is linked to high-tension hairstyles, heating tools, chemical relaxants, and genetics.
January 2017 in “Open Journal of Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases” The document concludes that managing Dunnigan-Type Familial Partial Lipodystrophy involves treating associated health issues and using medications like metformin and leptin replacement.
November 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Oral health affects overall well-being, with tooth loss impacting quality of life, nutrition, and health.
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November 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Combination therapies for androgenetic alopecia work best but can have significant side effects and costs.
The rash worsened due to a fungal infection masked by corticosteroids.
March 2025 in “Chinese Medical Journal” Topical finasteride effectively and safely increases hair growth in men with hair loss.
March 2023 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” Topical minoxidil is the best-supported treatment for female hair loss, but personalized plans are needed.
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January 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” PCOS management includes lifestyle changes and medications, with ongoing research into repurposed drugs for better treatment options.
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January 2012 in “Mediators of inflammation” Nonantibiotic macrolides show promise for treating various inflammatory skin conditions.
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November 2014 in “BMC Medicine” Oral testosterone therapy raises heart risk more than other methods.
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December 2021 in “Endocrine Reviews” There are various effective hormone treatments for puberty induction in boys and girls with hypogonadism, and starting treatment early is important.
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June 2019 in “Clinical research in dermatology” Acne can't be cured but can be managed with treatments like benzoyl peroxide and diet changes; it's costly and can lead to scarring and mental health issues.