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April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Scientists created a tiny, 3D model of a hair follicle that grows and acts like a real one.
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Hair loss in women can be caused by genetics, menopause, certain health conditions, and emotional stress, and it often results in thinner hair and a changing hairline.
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December 2025 in “Al-Azhar International Medical Journal /Al-Azhar International Medical Journal” Using both trichoscopy and folliscopy together improves hair loss diagnosis in men.
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