Chronic Diffuse Hair Loss in Women: A Case-Control Study with Clinical Correlation of Serum Iron Profile and Thyroid Function

This case-control study conducted in Mangalore from October 2016 to March 2018 involved 50 women with chronic diffuse hair loss and 50 healthy controls. It aimed to correlate serum iron profile and thyroid function with hair loss. The study found no statistically significant differences in iron metabolism or thyroid function parameters between the two groups. Additionally, no significant correlation was observed between the duration of hair loss and the outcome parameters. The study concluded that hemoglobin alone is insufficient for assessing chronic diffuse hair loss, and serum iron levels should also be evaluated.