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January 2013 in “The Lancet Oncology” Chemotherapy causes hair loss by damaging hair follicles and stem cells, with more research needed for prevention and treatment.
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August 2009 in “Cancer epidemiology” AHCC reduces hair loss and liver injury caused by chemotherapy in rodents.
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November 2018 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis” Roselle flower extracts can protect against free radical damage in UV-irradiated antibiotics.
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November 2005 in “BMC Cancer” Gemcitabine and paclitaxel are effective and safe as first-line treatment for metastatic breast cancer.
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January 2010 in “International journal of trichology” A man experienced hair loss from radiotherapy, which can be temporary or permanent depending on radiation dose, with potential treatments available.
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June 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The conclusion suggests that focusing on certain cellular pathways may improve the prevention and repair of hair loss caused by radiotherapy.
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April 2025 in “African Journal of Biomedical Research” Breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy often worry, lose weight, and cope by praying, meditating, or seeking support.
February 2004 in “Oncology Times” Green tea extract and cycling hormone treatments may help treat advanced prostate cancer.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Chemotherapy-induced hair loss may be linked to immune system changes, and certain treatments could help but need careful use.
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