ATTENTION: The purpose of this website is to produce hypotheses that can explain the causes of possible diseases based on the cause of alopecia, which is addressed with a multidisciplinary and non-traditional approach.
This is not an approved method or hypothesis. It is not a recommendation. It is not suitable for personal action and is not designed for personal action. Do not make any assumptions or applications without consulting health professionals. No responsibility is assumed.
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