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December 2014 in “Plastic surgery” Follicular Unit Transplantation is an effective and safe treatment for hair loss due to scarring.
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October 1980 in “PubMed” Valproic acid is effective for controlling seizures in children, especially as a single treatment, with some side effects.
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February 2017 in “Dermatology and Therapy” The new visual scale is a quick and effective way to measure hair loss in women.
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March 2021 in “Rheumatology and Immunology Research” Chinese patients with systemic lupus erythematosus commonly experience oral ulcers, arthritis, alopecia, skin rash, and nephritis.
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June 2020 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Shiny white structures in trichoscopy can indicate long-standing discoid lupus erythematosus alopecia.
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November 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Exclamation mark hairs suggest early scalp disease, while white dots indicate it's chronic.
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March 2016 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” Synthetic cannabinoid addiction can cause skin problems like acne and hair loss.
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January 2014 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Low BMI and cold exposure increase the risk of chilblains.
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January 2008 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” High levels of male hormones in women without tumors are linked to metabolic problems and can be treated with metformin.
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July 2023 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” Women have smaller foreheads and different hairline shapes than men.
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December 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Low-level laser therapy can stimulate hair growth more effectively than fake devices, but patient satisfaction is similar for both. Results should be taken with caution due to small study sizes and differences between studies. More research is needed.
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