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April 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Androgenetic alopecia causes significant psychological distress, especially in women, and requires both medical and psychological support.
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Hair loss significantly lowers life quality, especially in young men, with most patients unhappy with treatment effectiveness.
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June 2024 in “Parasites & Vectors” Chronic T. gondii infection may harm male fertility.
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April 2023 in “Annals of General Psychiatry” Serotonergic antidepressants can significantly increase the risk of erectile dysfunction and have a small risk of causing irreversible sexual dysfunction.