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    Menopause and Hair Loss in Women: Exploring the Hormonal Transition

    May 2025 in “ Maturitas ”
    Aditya K. Gupta, Vasiliki Economopoulos, Avantika Mann … Paradi Mirmirani
    Studysummary This article highlights that hormonal changes during menopause can significantly affect hair health, leading to decreased hair density, altered texture, and increased hair disorders, which may subsequently impact emotional well-being in women.
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