Nonscarring Alopecia Associated with Vitamin D Deficiency

    July 2018 in “ PubMed ”
    Joyce Hoot, Majid Sadeghpour, English Jc rd
    TLDR Low vitamin D levels might cause hair loss that can be treated with vitamin D supplements.
    The document from July 2018 discussed a case of nonscarring alopecia associated with vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D, known for its role in bone health and immune regulation, has also been linked to various forms of nonscarring hair loss. The case highlighted a significant instance of nonscarring alopecia solely associated with vitamin D deficiency, where vitamin D replacement therapy promoted hair regrowth. The document also touched upon the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of vitamin D deficiency.
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