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January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology” Chemotherapy can cause significant but usually reversible hair loss, and managing it involves patient education and hair care strategies.
New cancer drugs can cause skin side effects like rashes, dry skin, hair changes, and nail problems.
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