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GlossaryHypoparathyroidism

condition where parathyroid glands produce insufficient parathyroid hormone

Hypoparathyroidism is a condition where the parathyroid glands produce insufficient amounts of parathyroid hormone (PTH). This hormone is crucial for regulating calcium and phosphorus levels in the blood. Low PTH levels can lead to hypocalcemia (low calcium levels) and hyperphosphatemia (high phosphate levels), causing symptoms like muscle cramps, tingling, and, in severe cases, cardiac issues.

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research The Effect of Parathyroid Hormones on Hair Follicle Physiology: Implications for Treatment of Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia

15 citations, January 2015 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology”

Parathyroid hormones are important for hair growth, but their use in treating hair loss from chemotherapy is still uncertain.

research A Childhood Case of Trichotillomania Associated with Body Dysmorphic Disorder and Stigmatization Due to Outstanding Red Hair

1 citations, January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology”

A girl with red hair developed hair-pulling and body image disorders after being bullied for her hair color.

research A Descriptive Study of Alopecia Patterns and Their Relation to Thyroid Dysfunction

22 citations, January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology”

Hair loss is often linked to thyroid problems, especially in women and older people, and screening for thyroid issues is advised for those with hair loss.

research Recurring Chemotherapy-Associated Alopecia Areata: Case Report and Literature Review

8 citations, January 2003 in “Pharmacotherapy: The Journal of Human Pharmacology and Drug Therapy”

Chemotherapy may cause recurring hair loss due to an autoimmune response.

research Prevalence of Low Serum Vitamin D Levels in Patients Presenting With Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review

2 citations, December 2021 in “Cureus”

Low vitamin D levels are linked to hair loss, and vitamin D might help treat it.

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