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January 1992 in “Acta Histochemica” Porcine and human pilosebaceous units are very similar.
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May 1989 in “PubMed” Psoriasis on the scalp causes smaller oil glands and thinner hair but doesn't lead to hair loss.
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November 1982 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Testosterone and some of its forms can strongly stimulate oil gland growth in skin.
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As people age, certain enzymes in scalp glands decrease, affecting hair health.
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