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A young woman with kidney failure had hair loss due to a common hormonal disorder, which improved with hormone therapy.
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The document concludes that scientists created various steroids with different properties, including a more effective semi-synthetic vitamin D.
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27 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.
24 citations,
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50 citations,
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1 citations,
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