Zinc and the Skin

    John P. Arlette
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    Studysummary This article discusses various clinical presentations and underlying mechanisms of zinc deficiency but reports no new research findings; biochemical signs often precede clinical symptoms. Our plain-language summary of this paper — not a Tressless recommendation.
    The document reviewed the increasing knowledge of zinc physiology and metabolism to provide a better understanding of the biological effects and deficiency of zinc. This understanding aimed to facilitate earlier recognition and treatment of patients with zinc deficiency.
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