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February 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” March 2026 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Ritlecitinib is cost-effective for severe alopecia areata in Japan.
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August 2014 in “Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism” A low-starch/low-dairy diet may help overweight women with PCOS lose weight and improve metabolism, but more research is needed.
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Switching JAK inhibitors can lead to significant hair regrowth in severe alopecia cases.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Finasteride and SSRIs together increase impotence and low libido risk in men.
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May 2020 in “Biomolecules” Spironolactone, a heart and liver drug, has new uses including cancer treatment, viral infection prevention, and skin condition improvement.
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June 2011 in “Archives of Dermatology” Finasteride caused blisters on hands and feet.
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February 2023 in “F&S Reports” Elagolix did not effectively treat polycystic ovary syndrome.
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