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New treatments for hair loss should target eight main causes and use specific plant compounds and peptides for better results.
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February 2025 in “Supportive Care in Cancer” Safe treatments like minoxidil and spironolactone can help manage hair loss in breast cancer patients without increasing cancer risk.
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