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48 citations,
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40 citations,
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39 citations,
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20 citations,
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16 citations,
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13 citations,
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13 citations,
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12 citations,
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11 citations,
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3 citations,
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1 citations,
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Finasteride and low-level laser therapy are similarly effective for frontal pattern hair loss.
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