TLDR Zinc deficiency may contribute to alopecia areata and vitiligo.
This study evaluated the levels of zinc, copper, and magnesium in the serum and hair of 20 alopecia areata patients, 20 vitiligo patients, and 20 matched controls. The results showed that both alopecia areata and vitiligo patients had significantly decreased zinc levels in their serum and hair compared to controls, suggesting that zinc deficiency might play a crucial role in the development of these conditions. However, copper and magnesium levels did not show significant changes, indicating they might not be involved in the etiopathogenesis of alopecia areata or vitiligo.
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October 1996 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Alopecia areata is likely caused by a combination of genetic factors and immune system dysfunction, and may represent different diseases with various causes.
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July 1994 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” The cause of alopecia areata is likely a mix of genetics, immune system issues, and environmental factors, with more research needed to understand it fully.
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March 1986 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” Alopecia patients had similar element levels to normal people, except for differences in copper and low selenium.
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July 2020 in “Curēus” Beard hair loss can signal early diabetes and thyroid issues, treatable with specific cream.
January 2019 in “International Journal of Immunology Research” CCL 27 levels are similar in people with and without alopecia areata.
Alopecia areata, a type of hair loss, may be passed through T cells and has genetic links, while treatments vary in effectiveness. Male pattern baldness can be treated with finasteride and is influenced by androgens in hair follicles.
January 2009 in “Journal watch” The treatment helped some patients with severe hair loss regrow hair.
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