November 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Children need early diagnosis and treatment for iron-deficiency anemia to prevent learning problems and promote health.
June 2026 in “Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports” This retrospective study found that intravenous iron therapy significantly improved hair loss in most patients with iron deficiency, achieving complete resolution in 60%, partial improvement in 36%, and persistent hair loss in only 4% after three months.
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October 2019 in “British journal of haematology” These guidelines provide updated recommendations for healthcare professionals on preventing, diagnosing, and treating iron deficiency in pregnant and postpartum women in the UK, acknowledging the lack of high-quality evidence for many current practices.
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April 2006 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review discusses the complexities of diagnosing and treating iron deficiency related to nutritional anemia and hair loss, concluding that routine screening and supplementation for hair loss are not yet supported by sufficient evidence.
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October 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review examines the debated link between iron deficiency and nonscarring scalp alopecia in women, offering no new clinical results but emphasizing the need for further research and well-designed trials.