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January 2017 in “Experimental Neurology” Finasteride reduces movement issues in Parkinson's disease rats.
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July 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Apremilast improved symptoms in patients with severe skin conditions.
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March 1999 in “Urology” Finasteride didn't significantly improve ICPPS symptoms, more research needed.
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