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July 2001 in “PubMed” A new type of pachyonychia congenita may exist, caused by a different keratin mutation.
A young athlete's fragile hair condition improved by cutting hair and using gentle shampoo.
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July 2020 in “CRS 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting” Researchers developed a new skin patch that delivers more finasteride into the skin, potentially improving treatment for hair loss and prostate issues.
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January 2007 in “Dermatology” Chemotherapy can cause rapid, extensive hair loss, with patterns varying between individuals.
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The bar-cartridge type implanter is the best for implanting dermal papilla cells efficiently and at controlled depths.
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