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April 1977 in “Laboratory Animals” This study found that providing rabbits with a consistent diet and regular hay significantly reduced hairball-related morbidity and death in a rabbit colony.
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August 2019 in “Journal of Animal Physiology and Animal Nutrition” This study found that the combined use of sugarcane fibre and keratinolytic enzymes reduced hairball excretion in cats.
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September 2023 in “Curēus” In this case study, a 55-year-old male with a history of hypospadias repair developed urinary complications due to urethral hair bezoars, and the researchers reported that transcutaneous ND:YAG laser epilation effectively removed urethral hair, preventing recurrence of such issues.
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March 2010 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” This article discusses methods for diagnosing and managing diffuse hair loss and reports no new results; the authors emphasize systematic evaluation and the importance of psychological support.
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June 2016 in “PubMed” This case study reports successful treatment of an 11-year-old girl's trichotillomania with cognitive behavioral therapy, mild topical treatments, and supportive parental involvement, without psychopharmacologic intervention.