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July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The document says that treating the root cause of hair follicle damage is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss, and treatment options vary.
11 citations,
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August 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Iron deficiency might contribute to hair loss in women.