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    GlossaryTopical Hair Loss Treatment

    medications applied to the scalp to promote hair growth

    Topical Hair Loss Treatment refers to medications or formulations applied directly to the scalp to promote hair growth or slow down hair loss. Common examples include minoxidil and certain corticosteroids, which can help treat conditions like androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata by improving blood flow to hair follicles or reducing inflammation.

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