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research Selenium Toxicity in Domestic Animals

4 citations , May 2021

This book chapter discusses the mechanisms and prevention of selenium toxicity in livestock and reports no new experimental results; it emphasizes reducing selenium in the human food chain through animal products.

research Selenium in the supplement as the probable cause of hair loss and nail dystrophy

1 citations , August 2023 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology (Print)”

This review discusses the potential link between selenium supplementation and symptoms of chronic selenium toxicity, such as hair loss and nail dystrophy, due to excess intake leading to disruptions in hair and nail protein structure.

research Absorption of Excess Selenium and Sulfur by Plants and Animals

7 citations , January 1995 in “Journal American Society of Mining and Reclamation”

This review discusses the forms of selenium and sulfur in soil, their plant absorption, and risks of toxicity to livestock, emphasizing selenium's role in selenosis and sulfur's link to polioencephalomalacia in ruminants; it reports no new experimental results.

Nutrition and Hair Health: The Impact of Nutritional Deficiencies

research Nutrition and hair

70 citations , June 2010 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

This review discusses how changes in hair and skin may indicate underlying vitamin deficiencies and emphasizes the need to identify populations at risk for these deficiencies; it reports no new results.

research Antioxidant and prebiotic activities of selenium-containing green tea

20 citations , February 2013 in “Nutrition”

This article reviews the role of prebiotics and the potential of green tea and selenium as alternatives due to their non-toxic nature, but it reports no new research findings.

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community Efficacy and Tolerability of N-Acetyl-Cysteine for Treatment of The Early-onset Androgenetic Alopecia in Men

26 upvotes 4 years ago

N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC) was found to improve hair parameters in men with early-onset androgenetic alopecia, showing increased terminal hair count and decreased vellus hair count, with good tolerability. NAC, used alone or with minoxidil, may help due to its antioxidant properties, though its effectiveness can vary among individuals.

community Does anyone here take isotretinoin to make their scalp less oily?

2 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation discusses using isotretinoin (Accutane) to reduce scalp oiliness and manage scalp issues like seborrheic dermatitis, inflammation, and chronic itch. A user shares that taking 20mg of Accutane every other day effectively reduces oily hair and skin.

community 22M Losing hair since 16, nothing helps, scalp always itchy. Just fed up.

in Treatment 59 upvotes 11 months ago

A 22-year-old experiencing hair loss and persistent scalp itchiness since age 16 has tried various treatments, including finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and dietary changes, with no success. Suggestions include consulting a knowledgeable dermatologist, considering seborrheic dermatitis, and trying different shampoos like Selsun Blue or those with selenium sulfide.

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learn Selenium

What are the risks of taking too much Selenium, and how can you get the right amount safely? Excess selenium can cause toxicity; aim for recommended dietary amounts through food sources.

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