Significance of Iron Status in Hair Loss in Women
August 2003
in “
British Journal of Dermatology
”
TLDR Iron deficiency might contribute to hair loss in women.
The document reviewed the significance of iron status in hair loss in women, highlighting that iron deficiency could be a contributing factor. It suggested that maintaining adequate iron levels might help prevent or treat hair loss. However, it emphasized the need for further research to establish a definitive link between iron deficiency and hair loss and to determine the effectiveness of iron supplementation in hair regrowth. The review was based on clinical observations and existing literature, but it called for more comprehensive studies to confirm these preliminary conclusions.