Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Review Article

    October 2013 in “ international journal of endocrinology and metabolism ”
    Ingrid Herskovitz, Antonella Tosti
    Studysummary This review discusses clinical features, differential diagnosis, and treatments for female pattern hair loss, emphasizing the use of 2% topical Minoxidil and exploring alternative off-label therapies.
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