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Alopecia areata is reversible because hair follicles can regenerate due to stem cells.
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April 2015 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Using a fractional laser can stimulate hair growth, but the intensity and duration of inflammation are crucial. Too much can cause ulcers and scarring. Lower beam energy and fewer treatments are recommended to avoid damage.
Somatostatin helps hair follicles suppress immune responses, which might aid in treating certain hair loss conditions.
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