The document aims to compare the effectiveness of different single treatments for male pattern hair loss.
January 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Smoking increases the risk of male pattern hair loss.
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January 2023 in “Skin appendage disorders” Minoxidil, platelet-rich plasma, and microneedling all help with pattern hair loss, but their effectiveness varies.
The document is about planning a review to assess if PRP alone is effective for treating hair loss in men and women.
Microneedling may be an effective treatment for pattern hair loss.
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September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Smoking can cause and worsen male pattern hair loss.
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Bee pollen, green tea, essential oils, and various plant extracts improve skin and hair health.
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December 1984 in “British journal of addiction” Doctors linked maternal drinking to infant mortality and national decline, leading to public awareness and changes in law.
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