PCOS has a strong genetic basis, but more research is needed to fully understand it.
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The chapter explains that there are many genetic skin disorders affecting skin cell formation, including both common and rare types.
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Changes in skin bacteria can affect hair loss and new treatments targeting these bacteria may prevent balding without sexual side effects.
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