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April 2023 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Using different hair loss treatments at various times can improve results and reduce side effects for people with chronic hair loss.
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Antimalarial agents are effective for LPP, and intralesional steroids are effective for FFA.
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