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April 2002 in “The American Journal of Medicine” Hair loss can be an early sign of HIV infection.
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April 1994 in “Drug Safety” Some drugs can cause hair loss or increase hair growth, but these effects are usually reversible when the drug is stopped.
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November 1980 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Oral retinoids are effective for various skin conditions but have side effects and should not be used during pregnancy.
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January 2003 in “Dermatology” Smoking may contribute to hair loss in men.
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January 2013 in “European journal of dermatology/EJD. European journal of dermatology” Antioxidants may help fight oxidative stress linked to autoimmune skin diseases.
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June 1977 in “Lancet” Jaw wiring helps with weight loss but long-term habits are needed to keep it off.
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August 2016 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Micro-needling effectively improves wrinkles, scars, and hair growth, but proper technique and safety are important.
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December 2012 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Mesotherapy shows promise for cellulite and facial rejuvenation but has mixed results for body sculpting and hair loss, with more research needed for safety and effectiveness.
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January 1981 in “Pharmacology & Therapeutics” Oral retinoids are effective for treating severe skin disorders but have reversible side effects and risks for pregnant women.
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January 1990 in “Child Psychiatry & Human Development” The document concludes that supportive home environments and addressing parent-child interactions can effectively treat trichotillomania in children.
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November 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Early treatment with azithromycin and other drugs reduced COVID-19 symptoms and complications.
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August 2018 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Scientists made stem cells that can grow hair by adding three specific factors to them.
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October 2007 in “Medical Hypotheses” Male pattern baldness might have evolved to help protect against prostate cancer by increasing UV radiation on the scalp.
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