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May 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A 38-year-old African American woman has a rare condition that prevents her from growing long hair.
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October 1984 in “The BMJ” Up to 50% of scalp hair can be lost before it appears thin, and treatment is only needed for hair loss caused by diseases or deficiencies.
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Combining PRP with low-level laser therapy is better for hair growth than PRP alone.