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October 2012 in “Transgenic Research” This study found that transgenic mice overexpressing human H-ferritin showed mild growth retardation and a temporary hairless phenotype, highlighting H-ferritin's physiological roles.
April 2024 in “Benha Medical Journal” In this study, patients with telogen effluvium had significantly lower levels of haemoglobin, hematocrit, and serum ferritin compared to healthy controls.
This study found that in vitro, EGCG may help treat colorectal cancer by targeting iron chelation and the ER stress pathway, leading to apoptosis in cancer cells while sparing normal cells.
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July 2002 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This review explores the role of nutritional factors in hair loss, noting that iron and l-lysine supplementation may benefit some individuals, while excessive supplements can lead to hair shedding.
January 2016 in “International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences” This study found a strong association between chronic telogen effluvium and low levels of hemoglobin, serum ferritin, and thyroid hormones in premenopausal Indian women, with stress also playing a significant role.