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April 2006 in “Brain Research” 5α-reduced neurosteroids may help regulate glial cell differentiation.
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August 1985 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Medroxyprogesterone acetate injections are more effective than topical ointment in treating excessive hair growth in women.
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