research Evolution and Function of Vitamin D
Vitamin D is essential for bone health and may reduce risks of several diseases.
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390-420 / 1000+ resultsresearch Lack of the Vitamin D Receptor Is Associated with Reduced Epidermal Differentiation and Hair Follicle Growth
Vitamin D Receptor is crucial for normal skin and hair growth.
research Mutations in the Vitamin D Receptor and Hereditary Vitamin D-Resistant Rickets
Mutations in the vitamin D receptor cause hereditary vitamin D-resistant rickets, leading to poor bone health and requiring high calcium doses for treatment.
research Vitamin D Resistance
Vitamin D and its receptor are essential for hair growth, cell regulation, immune function, and heart health.
research Evidence for 1,25-Dihydroxyvitamin D3-Independent Transactivation by the Vitamin D Receptor
The vitamin D receptor can work without its usual activating molecule.
research Nesfatin-1 and Vitamin D Levels May Be Associated with Systolic and Diastolic Blood Pressure Values and Heart Rate in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
High Nesfatin-1 and low Vitamin D may increase blood pressure and heart rate in women with PCOS.
research Demographic Characteristics and Association of Serum Vitamin B12, Ferritin, and Thyroid Function with Premature Canities in Indian Patients from an Urban Skin Clinic of North India: A Retrospective Analysis of 71 Cases
Low levels of vitamin B12 and ferritin are linked to early hair graying.
research COVID-19 and Hypopituitarism
COVID-19 and hypopituitarism (reduced pituitary gland function) are linked, with the latter's related health issues potentially worsening COVID-19 outcomes, and COVID-19 possibly increasing risk for pituitary complications.
research Effect of a Transcriptionally Inactive or Absent Vitamin D Receptor on Beta-Cell Function and Glucose Homeostasis in Mice
Mice without active or present vitamin D receptors maintain normal blood sugar control and islet gene expression when calcium levels are normal.
research A Meta-Analysis of the Relationship Between Vitamin D Receptor Gene ApaI Polymorphisms and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Certain variations in the vitamin D receptor gene are linked to an increased risk of polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Clinical, Biochemical, and Mutational Findings in Biotinidase Deficiency Among Malaysian Population
Some children in Malaysia with symptoms have either profound or partial biotinidase deficiency, and early testing and treatment are important.
research Alopecia Universalis After Alemtuzumab Treatment for Multiple Sclerosis: A Two-Year Follow-Up of Two Patients
Two patients developed complete hair loss after Alemtuzumab treatment for MS, with no regrowth after two years.
research Vitamin D Dependent Rickets Type 2: A Case-Based Review of a Patient With Alopecia and Rickets
A rare genetic disease causes rickets and often hair loss in young children, which can improve with specific treatments.
research Combined Microneedling With Topical Vitamin D3 or Bimatoprost Versus Microneedling Alone in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Comparative Randomized Trial
Combining microneedling with either vitamin D3 or bimatoprost improves hair regrowth more than microneedling alone.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Other Androgen Excess-Related Conditions: Can Changes in Dietary Intake Make a Difference?
Dietary changes, including weight loss and a balanced diet, are important for managing PCOS, especially in overweight women.
research Sebaceous Gland, Hair Shaft, and Epidermal Barrier Abnormalities in Keratosis Pilaris with and without Filaggrin Deficiency
Keratosis pilaris is often linked to genetic mutations and causes skin and hair abnormalities, regardless of those mutations.
research Combined Effect of High-Dose Vitamin A, Vitamin E Supplementation, and Zinc on Adult Patients with Diabetes: A Randomized Trial
High-dose vitamin A and E with zinc improved blood sugar control and insulin function in diabetics, but may cause hair loss.
research Presence of a Deletion Mutation (c.716delA) in the Ligand Binding Domain of the Vitamin D Receptor in an Indian Patient with Vitamin D-Dependent Rickets Type II
A genetic mutation caused severe rickets and alopecia in an Indian patient, but high-dose calcium and phosphate treatment improved their condition.
research Suppression of Vitamin D Receptor and Induction of Retinoid X Receptor Alpha Expression During Squamous Differentiation of Cultured Keratinocytes
As skin cells mature, vitamin D receptor levels decrease while retinoid X receptor α levels increase.
research Vitamin D and Calcium Signaling in Epidermal Stem Cells and Their Regeneration
Vitamin D and calcium are important for skin stem cell function and wound healing.
research Ligand-Independent Actions of the Vitamin D Receptor: More Questions Than Answers
The vitamin D receptor can act without its usual activating molecule, affecting hair growth and skin cancer, but its full range of actions is not well understood.
research The Effect of Alfacalcidiol and Metformin on Metabolic Disturbances in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin effectively improves metabolic symptoms in women with PCOS, while alfacalcidiol does not have a significant impact.
research Inhalation Therapy for Repairing Damaged Elastin Fibers and Decelerating Elastinolysis in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Inhalation therapy may repair and protect elastin in the lungs of COPD patients.
research Diagnostic Value of VDR in Bone Metastasis and Prognosis of Patients with Breast Cancer and Expression Correlation Between Vitamin D Receptor and Hairless Protein
Low Vitamin D receptor levels in breast cancer are linked to worse outcomes and more bone metastases, and could be a marker for prognosis.
research Treatment of Alopecia Totalis, Universalis, and Focalis with Vitamin D and Analogs: Three Case Reports and a Literature Review
Vitamin D might help treat some types of hair loss, but more research is needed.
research Biotin Deficiency in Telogen Effluvium: Fact or Fiction?
Biotin deficiency is not a major cause of Telogen Effluvium hair loss.
research A Comprehensive Investigation of Biochemical Status in Patients with Telogen Effluvium: Analysis of Hb, Ferritin, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Thyroid Function Tests, Zinc, Copper, Biotin, and Selenium Levels
Telogen effluvium is linked to deficiencies in iron, vitamin B12, and thyroid function.
research Evaluating the Effect of the Demographic, Trichoscopic, and Laboratory Characteristics on the Recurrence of Alopecia Areata
Male gender and family history predict alopecia areata recurrence.
research MTOR Signaling in Hair Follicle and Hair Diseases: Recent Progress
The mTOR signaling pathway is crucial for hair health and targeting it may lead to new hair loss treatments.
research Oral Vitamin D Treatment in Patients with Telogen Effluvium: Clinical and Dermoscopic Evaluation
Oral Vitamin D can improve hair density and reduce hair loss in Telogen Effluvium patients.