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December 1942 in “Journal of the American Medical Association” Choline and biotin are important for liver health and preventing certain deficiencies in animals, and more research is needed to understand their benefits in humans.
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April 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Cancer treatments often cause hair disorders, significantly affecting patients' quality of life, and better management methods are needed.
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39 citations,
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21 citations,
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Treatments for hair loss vary, but cell-based options may be the future.
Isotretinoin and tazarotene help treat acne, while minoxidil and finasteride promote hair growth.