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19 citations,
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1 citations,
January 2021 in “Acta Cirurgica Brasileira” Dutasteride and finasteride cause kidney damage, with dutasteride being more harmful.
The conclusion is that endocrinology significantly impacts medicine with various common medications used for treatment.
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103 citations,
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10 citations,
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1 citations,
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1 citations,
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The document concludes that hair loss in women is complex, often linked to aging, health conditions, and nutritional deficiencies, and emotional impacts should not be underestimated.