Selenium in the Supplement as the Probable Cause of Hair Loss and Nail Dystrophy

    Ekrem Civas, Ümit Akpınar
    Studysummary This review discusses the potential link between selenium supplementation and symptoms of chronic selenium toxicity, such as hair loss and nail dystrophy, due to excess intake leading to disruptions in hair and nail protein structure.
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    Research cited in this study 3

    1. Scientific Opinion on the Tolerable Upper Intake Level for Selenium EFSA journal · 2023
    2. The Role of Vitamins and Minerals in Hair Loss: A Review Dermatology and Therapy · 2018
    3. Acute Selenium Toxicity Associated With a Dietary Supplement Archives of Internal Medicine · 2010