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150 citations,
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38 citations,
October 1996 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Certain hormone treatments can improve acne and related conditions in women.
22 citations,
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82 citations,
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87 citations,
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80 citations,
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48 citations,
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17 citations,
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15 citations,
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10 citations,
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1 citations,
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