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September 1991 in “Medical hypotheses” Prolactin may be important for skin growth and immune function.
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June 1990 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Systemic retinoids are effective for psoriasis but have side effects; benefits may outweigh risks, especially when reducing cancer risks from other treatments.
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