5 citations,
January 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Adding platelet-rich plasma improves hair density and thickness in androgenetic alopecia.
5 citations,
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5 citations,
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December 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Hair enzyme activity predicts minoxidil success in Brazilian women with hair loss.
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November 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Certain polymers can stick to hair and increase volume, working best at a pH of 7 to 9.
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January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” In Spain, dermatologists most commonly prescribe topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for male hair loss, and topical minoxidil and oral contraceptives for female hair loss. The use of oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil has significantly increased over the past three years.
3 citations,
February 2019 in “Journal of endourology case reports” Polypoid cystitis can mimic bladder cancer but can be effectively treated with surgery, stents, and medication.
3 citations,
February 2019 in “Disease Markers” The index to ring finger ratio may indicate disease severity in female ankylosing spondylitis patients, but not in males.
3 citations,
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2 citations,
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1 citations,
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1 citations,
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COVID-19 can cause significant hair loss.
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