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• Alopecia

  Baldness

  Baldness, or hair loss, can be caused by many things including aging, hormones or illness. It's more common in men and can be treated with hair transplants or other procedures.
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• General Dermatology

  Common Dermatological Procedures

  The skin is the largest organ of the body. It helps define how you look. Learn detailed information on common dermatological procedures, including acne scar removal, chemical peels, dermabrasion, dermaplaning, and laser skin surgery.
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• Hair Disorders

  Hair Problems

  Many forms of hair problems require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Detailed information on hair problems, including baldness (alopecia), excessive hairiness (hirsutism), and ingrown hairs.  
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• Hair Loss
• Hair Thinning
• Skin Cancer

  Melanoma: Introduction

  Melanoma is a serious type of skin cancer. It starts in skin cells called melanocytes. Melanocytes are what give skin its color. There are 3 main types of skin cancer. Basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma are more common. Melanoma is a much less common, but melanoma is more likely to spread to other parts of the body. 
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• Vitiligo/Pigmentation Disorder

  Skin Pigment Disorders

  Detailed information on the most common types of skin pigment disorders, including albinism, melasma, vitiligo, and skin pigment loss following sun damage.
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Do Short Haircuts Cause Balding? (Wall Street Journal)
Is dry shampoo bad for your hair? 6 things to know before you spritz (Today.com)
White Wine May Do No Favors for a Woman's Skin (HealthDay)

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