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May 2020 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery” Botulinum toxin's effectiveness for treating scalp alopecia is not well-supported due to insufficient data.
13 citations,
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13 citations,
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13 citations,
September 2011 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” The oral contraceptive ethinylestradiol/chlormadinone acetate is effective in reducing acne and improving other skin conditions related to high androgen levels.
13 citations,
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13 citations,
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12 citations,
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12 citations,
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12 citations,
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9 citations,
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