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is it possible to reverse the thinning of the skin?

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More Information: Need more details. Where is it and what have you been doing in relation to that area?

Question 2

thinning anterior ligament... how can a i restore it?

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Can't: By exercising your are not directly restoring the thinned acl but improving the conditioning and strength of the lower extremity. This will reduce the likelihood of knee injuries and subsequent acl injury. When exercising focus on core/hip/knee/leg/ankle. If acl is torn its preferred that you fix it. If unsure from MRI then a scope could be considered. Discuss with your orthopedist.

Question 3

is it normal for baby eyebrows to start thinning at 2 months?

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Hair: Yes it is normal hair has a growth phase and a resting phase growth phase is about 3 yrs and resting phase around 2-6 months this resting phase is referred as Telogen Effluvium in which the hair thins and falls off .Also as the hormonal levels drop hair loss is common in both baby and mother. In the resting phase the hair remains within the follicle.Hope this answers your question do not worry the

Question 4

i've noticed my eyebrows have been thinning since the christmas this year. what could be the cause of that? how can i make them grow back?

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Many causes: Unfortunately it is hard to narrow down with the information that you have provided.  Eyebrows are normal hair follicles, so they can be affected by the skin around the follicle or problems with the root.  It could also be breaking of the hair shaft.   Also it could be a product, dye or aggressive hair removal that could be the problem.  Probably best to see your primary care giver.

Question 5

i m on blood thinning medicine?

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What is the question: The indication for blood thinning medication in your case?  Medications to thin bld are of few categories - aspirin, coumadin(warfarin), plavix, (clopidogrel) medications that alter shape and flexibility of red blood cells called hemorheology altering agents- example trental(pentoxyphylline)  and injection forms blood thinnners - Heparin -conventional and low molecular weight form- a more refined ones are there.

Question 6

can 5-loxin cause blood thinning?

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unknown: I reviewed the 2008 study published in arthritis research (which showed a beneficial effect)-no bleeding was observed. I also reviewed the national institutes of health alternative ; complementary medicine data which notes that it "has not been tested for safety in controlled clinical trials" and it is "regulated as a dietary supplement" (not as a medicine). Bottom line: no one knows!

Question 7

what foods can slow blood thinning?

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Leafy greens: Dark leafy greens (kale, spinach, collard greens, mustard greens, chard, cabbage), asparagus, prunes, pickles, brussels sprouts, scallions and herbs are among the most problematic of foods (i.e., foods with lots of vitamin k which can slow the effects of blood thinners like coumadin (warfarin).).

Question 8

how can i stop my hair from thinning?

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Need to do work up : Testing and extended medical history might reveal real reason!

Question 9

what does thinning of the retina mean?

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Retinal thinning: Lattice degeneration is a thinning of the peripheral retina from the vitreous gel "pulling" on the retina with a distinctive whitening of the retinal blood vessels.  This forms an oval or round patch of "lattice" white blood vessels and a thinned retina.  Lattice can be associated with round retinal holes from the thinning and retinal tears at the edge-this can result in retinal detachment.

Question 10

which medicines will cause blood thinning?

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Anticoagulation: None cause thinning, but for anticoagulation which people colloquially call 'thinning' there are many, heparin, warfarin, pradaxa, rivaroxaban, apixaban, and others

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