9 citations,
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January 2024 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Botox can help prevent hair loss by blocking cell death in scalp cells.
68 citations,
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66 citations,
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20 citations,
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14 citations,
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11 citations,
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1 citations,
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12 citations,
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18 citations,
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New insights into cell communication in psoriasis suggest innovative drug treatments.
January 2023 in “Czech Journal of Animal Science” Proteins influence the quality and traits of cashmere goat fleece, affecting hair strength and diameter.
49 citations,
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24 citations,
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53 citations,
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39 citations,
January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Eating high glycemic foods and drinking milk may worsen acne by increasing insulin and IGF-1 levels.
Abemaciclib can cause skin, hair, and nail problems, leading some patients to stop using it.
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108 citations,
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