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Finasteride and low-level laser therapy are similarly effective for frontal pattern hair loss.
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Combining hydroxychloroquine and pimecrolimus can effectively treat hair loss from discoid lupus.
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February 2024 in “Journal of cutaneous and aesthetic surgery” The combined treatment helps improve severe hair loss and reduces the need for other medications.
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