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April 2013 in “PLoS ONE” Chronic stress can cause hair loss by increasing oxidative stress, but antioxidants may help.
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August 2019 in “Circulation” ADT, especially enzalutamide, may increase the risk of heart rhythm problems and sudden death in men.
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April 2008 in “Neurobiology of aging” Scientists found a gene in mice that causes early hearing loss.
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January 2016 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Certain microRNAs in the fluid around eggs are linked to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and may help diagnose it.
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February 2014 in “Fertility and Sterility” Women with PCOS often have hair loss, which is linked to acne or excess body hair but not to worse hormone or metabolic issues.
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November 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The updated SALT II tool offers a more precise way to measure scalp hair loss.
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December 2013 in “Stem Cells” Stretching skin increases a certain protein that attracts stem cells, helping skin regeneration.
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February 2017 in “Dermatologic surgery” VYC-15L is a safe and effective lip filler that lasts up to a year.
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