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January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.
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May 2023 in “Frontiers in chemistry” Zolpidem shows up in hair from the top back of the head after one dose and fades over time, suggesting it gets into hair through blood and sweat.
Researchers found a genetic link for hereditary hair loss but need more analysis to identify the exact gene.
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