Imbalance of Some Trace Elements and Their Correction in Alopecia Areata

    November 2015 in “ Lʹvìvsʹkij klìnìčnij vìsnik ”
    M. Kiladze, A Katsitadze, L. Abrahamovych
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    TLDR Correcting trace element imbalances may help reduce alopecia areata symptoms.
    The document discussed the prevalence and causes of alopecia areata (AA), highlighting its association with trace element imbalances. AA affected 0.1-0.2% of the general population and was responsible for 0.7-3.0% of dermatology cases, particularly in individuals under 50. The study noted that deficiencies in essential micronutrients like iron, manganese, copper, zinc, calcium, and selenium were common in children with AA. These trace elements were crucial for hair health, influencing properties such as growth, thickness, and elasticity. Zinc, in particular, played a significant role in hair follicle recovery and preventing hair follicle regression. The findings suggested that correcting these imbalances could potentially mitigate AA symptoms.
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