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May 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” The laser scanner device was more effective at increasing hair density than the laser hat in treating androgenic alopecia.
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August 2022 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Mouse touch-sensitive nerve cells adjust their connections based on competition with other similar cells.
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January 1990 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Lower doses of dexamethasone can safely reduce high DHEAS levels in women with androgenic disorders.
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April 2006 in “Seminars in Reproductive Medicine” Androgen therapy might help some women with low libido, but it has risks and should be used carefully.
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March 2021 Oral minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, with women needing lower doses (0.25 to 2.5 mg daily) and men needing higher doses (1.25 to 5 mg daily).
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October 2020 in “Infant behavior & development” Collecting hair for cortisol analysis is possible in low-income mother-toddler pairs.
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March 2017 in “Al-maǧallaẗ al-’irāqiyyaẗ li-l-’ulūm al-ṣaydalāniyyaẗ/Iraqi journal of pharmaceutical sciences” Nutrient antioxidants helped reduce prednisolone dosage and improved hair growth in alopecia areata patients.
STS01 1% effectively promotes hair regrowth with minimal side effects.
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October 2007 in “International Journal of Andrology” Testosterone with or without finasteride doesn't improve thinking skills in older men with low testosterone.
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March 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” DSC cell injections significantly improved hair density and diameter, showing potential as a hair loss treatment.
July 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Using 120% sodium citrate in blood gives the best platelet recovery and enrichment.
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March 2005 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Testosterone therapy improves physical function, strength, and body composition in older men with low testosterone levels.
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