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February 1998 in “The American Journal of Medicine” Herbal remedies can cause adverse effects and need more safety research.
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October 2010 in “Oncogene” Keratins help protect cells, aid in cancer diagnosis, and influence cancer behavior and treatment.
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October 2020 in “Journal of Controlled Release” Curcumin nanocrystals in simple gels effectively penetrate hair follicles, but humectants can reduce this efficacy.
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October 2016 in “Photomedicine and laser surgery” Future clinical uses of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) are likely to grow and become more effective with new advancements and combined treatments.
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September 2014 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Trichoscopy is reliable for diagnosing Temporal Triangular Alopecia and can prevent unnecessary biopsies and wrong treatments.
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March 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hair restoration surgery techniques have evolved, with focus on patient selection and realistic goals, and future advancements may include cloning and gene therapy.
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March 2020 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” PRP is effective for improving the appearance around the eyes.
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May 2011 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Laser hair removal is effective for dark hair but needs improvement for nonpigmented or fine hairs.
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December 1987 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” The document concludes that the hCG protocol may help in obesity treatment and could be scientifically justified, but more research is needed.
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July 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” More men are getting non-surgical cosmetic treatments due to increased income and social acceptance, with less invasive options being preferred.
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May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Camouflaging agents like hair fibers and wigs significantly improve appearance and self-esteem for most hair loss patients.
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August 2000 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” To improve use of the contraceptive DMPA among adolescents, effectively manage side effects like menstrual changes and weight gain through counseling and guidance.
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