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October 2013 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Diagnosing alopecia areata is challenging and requires careful examination and various tests to distinguish it from other hair loss types.
June 2026 in “Journal of Sulaimani Medical College” Adipose-derived stem cell exosomes are more effective and satisfying for treating hair loss than minoxidil.
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