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A woman regrew her hair after receiving injections of special cell-derived vesicles.
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January 2019 in “Archives of clinical and medical case reports” Combining FUE hair transplantation with PRP improves hair density and patient satisfaction in scarring alopecia.
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March 2014 in “Human Physiology” DHEA improved brain function and behavior in old monkeys and had additional health benefits.
Fat stem cell treatment is safe and increases hair density for hair loss, but more research is needed.
Platelet-rich plasma is a promising and cost-effective treatment for hair and skin issues in older adults in India.
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April 2018 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” New treatments and technologies in laser medicine show promise for improving skin conditions, fat reduction, cancer treatment, wound healing, and hair restoration.
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