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December 1988 in “Journal of Biochemical Toxicology” TCDD reduces EGF receptors in the liver, affecting growth and development.
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June 2017 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Topical cetirizine improves hair density and thickness in androgenetic alopecia, but more research is needed.
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March 2006 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Current treatments for cicatricial alopecia can manage symptoms but don't stop hair loss or the disease.
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March 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Diphencyprone treatment protocols could be simplified as no harm occurred despite not fully following them.
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November 2002 in “Cardiology in Review” Cardiovascular drugs can cause various skin problems, so recognizing these reactions is important.
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December 2007 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The article concludes that dermatologists should prescribe lifestyle drugs carefully and consider mental health treatments for patients with disorders like BDD.
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January 2021 in “Pakistan Journal of Nematology” Citrullus colocynthis is a valuable natural option for medicine and pest control.
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June 2011 in “Movement Disorders” A specific gene mutation is linked to a hereditary form of dystonia that responds well to certain medications.