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March 2021 in “Experimental dermatology” Minoxidil increases nail growth more than biotin.
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January 2017 in “프로그램북(구 초록집)” Iron deficiency anemia can cause hair breakage.
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July 2018 in “Our Dermatology Online” Calcipotriol cream reduced skin thickening and itching in a rare nipple condition.
A young athlete's fragile hair condition improved by cutting hair and using gentle shampoo.
March 2026 in “Communications Biology” Certain compounds can boost hair and nail growth.
July 2021 in “PARIPEX INDIAN JOURNAL OF RESEARCH” Knuckle darkening can be an early sign of vitamin B12 deficiency.
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Giant axonal neuropathy changes the structure of keratin in human hair, making it stiffer and stronger.
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COVID-19 can cause hair loss and nail issues, with treatments available for these conditions.
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