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March 2002 in “Expert opinion on investigational drugs” Different anti-androgen medications can help treat excessive hair growth, but the right choice depends on accurate diagnosis.
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January 1997 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” The document concludes that treating androgen excess needs patience, managing expectations is important, and many drugs used are not officially approved, suggesting cosmetic options for mild cases.
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Upadacitinib effectively treated a patient with multiple inflammatory conditions.
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October 2020 in “The journal of allergy and clinical immunology/Journal of allergy and clinical immunology/The journal of allergy and clinical immunology” Janus kinase inhibitors are promising drugs for treating autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.
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July 2017 in “BMC complementary and alternative medicine” Natural remedies for hair and scalp issues are still widely used in Palestine.
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March 2011 in “Current Pharmaceutical Biotechnology” Stem cell therapies show promise for treating various diseases but face challenges in clinical use and require better monitoring techniques.
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June 2020 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Estradiol-rich plasma can increase hair density faster and more effectively in male pattern baldness treatment than regular plasma.
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32 citations,
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January 2024 in “Brazilian Journal of Veterinary Pathology” A 16-year-old paint mare was diagnosed with multisystemic eosinophilic epitheliotropic disease (MEED), presenting symptoms such as chronic weight loss, hair loss, and neurological issues. Despite treatment efforts, the condition deteriorated, resulting in euthanasia. Necropsy confirmed extensive eosinophilic infiltration across multiple organs, aligning with MEED's characteristics. This rare disease in horses is marked by chronic weight loss and skin abnormalities, with a poor prognosis and limited treatment efficacy.
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