Hartzlar, 1984 Title: X-ray epilation for the treatment of
trichiasis
Authors: Hartzlar J, Neldner KH, Forstot SL
Journal: Arch Derm May 1984, 120:620-624
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The authors observe that treating certain eye conditions
with x-rays led to permanent loss of eyelash hairs. While acceptable
for this specialized eye procedure, x-rays are too dangerous at
the exposure levels needed to remove hair from large areas.
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