Hair Loss in Women: Comprehensive Overview and Treatment Options

    March 2009 in “ Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery ”
    F. Camacho‐Martínez
    Studysummary This review discusses the classifications, diagnostic methods, and treatment strategies for female pattern hair loss, but reports no clinical results.
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