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COVID-19 may be linked to hair loss called Telogen Effluvium, affecting quality of life and self-esteem.
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April 2020 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Follicular Unit Excision (FUE) is a popular, safe hair transplant method that avoids scars and has a quick recovery, but requires precise surgical skill.
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