Evaluation of Anxiety and Levels of Serum B12, Folate, TSH, Ferritin, and Zinc in Telogen Alopecia Patients with Trichodynia

The study evaluated 31 telogen alopecia patients with trichodynia and 30 without, using the Beck Anxiety Inventory and the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory to measure anxiety, and testing serum levels of vitamin B12, folate, TSH, ferritin, and zinc. The results indicated no significant differences in serum levels or anxiety scores between the two groups, suggesting no association between these factors and trichodynia in telogen alopecia patients. The study, however, was limited by its small sample size and the absence of a healthy control group, highlighting the need for further research with larger and more diverse populations to better understand the causes of trichodynia.