Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Hair Loss

    May 2023 in “ Elsevier eBooks ”
    James T. Pathoulas, Maryanne M. Senna
    Studysummary This source reports limited evidence supporting the use of certain diets, supplements, essential oils, and psychosocial interventions for patients with androgenetic alopecia seeking complementary therapies.
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