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September 2024 in “Journal of Oncology Pharmacy Practice” Hydroxyurea treatment unexpectedly restored hair color from gray to dark brown in an older woman.
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September 2025 in “Scientific Reports” Women with PCOS are more likely to have thyroid antibodies than those without.
Combining PRP with minoxidil improves hair growth more than minoxidil alone.
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