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78 citations,
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6 citations,
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5 citations,
September 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology” Dermatologists diagnose and manage melanoma more effectively than general practitioners.
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The document concludes that non-endocrine alopecia in pets varies in treatment effectiveness and often has a poor prognosis, especially in cats.
8 citations,
February 2005 in “Veterinary dermatology” Chesapeake Bay retrievers' hair loss is likely a breed-specific, hereditary condition linked to abnormal steroid levels and distinct skin changes.
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126 citations,
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