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13 citations,
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5 citations,
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1 citations,
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48 citations,
April 2015 in “PLOS ONE” Excessive hair growth affects the quality of life of Iranian women with PCOS the most.
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10 citations,
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58 citations,
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1 citations,
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1 citations,
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Isotretinoin may cause temporary, reversible facial hair growth in some women.
11 citations,
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12 citations,
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11 citations,
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60 citations,
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Combining stress management and Minoxidil helps treat stress-related hair loss and improve well-being.
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