January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Hidradenitis Suppurativa is likely an autoinflammatory disease, and better understanding its causes could improve treatments.
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July 2020 in “Frontiers in immunology” Androgens may influence T cells, contributing to higher autoimmune liver disease risk in women.
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Low-dose oral isotretinoin improved hair loss and facial bumps in patients with a specific type of hair loss.
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January 2017 in “Annals of Dermatology” More exercise might link to hair loss, but other factors also matter.
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June 2023 in “Small animal advances” Selamectin spot-on effectively treats scabies in rabbits.
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