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A woman's use of minoxidil for hair loss caused fluid buildup in her chest, which went away when she stopped using the product.
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Excessive vitamin A intake caused severe health issues that mostly resolved after stopping the intake.
Tjalma Syndrome is a rare condition in people with lupus, causing fluid buildup and high CA-125 levels, but not due to tumors.
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Many patients with cutaneous lupus erythematosus experience hair loss and nail problems, which are important for diagnosis and treatment.
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