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Combining microneedling with platelet-rich plasma enhances skin repair and collagen production but may not offer significant extra benefits.
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October 2014 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.
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