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September 2025 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome have a higher prevalence of autoimmune thyroid disease compared to those without the condition, highlighting the importance of screening for thyroid issues in this population.
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January 1999 in “Dermatology” Alopecia areata is linked to autoimmune antibodies.
April 2011 in “Medical Journal of Tabriz University of Medical Sciences and Health Services” This study found that patients with alopecia areata may have higher rates of autoimmune disorders, particularly thyroid dysfunction, compared to the general population.
February 2024 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” In this study, researchers examined thyroid function and autoantibody levels in patients with alopecia areata and vitiligo, finding similar rates of thyroid dysfunction and autoantibody presence in both groups, with no significant differences based on ethnicity or gender.
This study observed that individuals with autoimmune thyroid disease in Georgia had significantly higher frequencies of certain symptoms and Anti-TPO levels compared to controls, with no significant difference in vitamin D levels.