research Inborn Errors of Biotin Metabolism
Two enzyme defects in biotin metabolism cause severe skin, hair, and metabolic issues.
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300-330 / 1000+ resultsresearch Alopecia in Rats Fed Certain Soybean Oil Meal Rations
Rats fed soybean oil meal lost hair, but adding inositol, biotin, cystine, or methionine to their diet prevented this and improved growth.
research Serum Biotinidase Activity in Children Treated With Valproic Acid and Carbamazepine
Valproic acid does not change biotinidase enzyme activity in children's blood.
research Literature Review: Biotin and Hair Loss: Valuable or Just 'In Vogue'?
Biotin is popular for hair loss, but there's little scientific proof it works.
research Biotin and Thyroid Function Test: A Case Study
High-dose biotin can cause false thyroid test results; stop taking biotin two days before testing to avoid errors.
research Hair Loss Management
Eat a balanced diet for healthy hair; only use supplements if you have a proven nutrient deficiency.
research Verification Test of Changes in Hair Density and Appearance by Intake of Food Containing Millet Extract, Calcium Pantothenate, L-Cystine, and Biotin
The supplement improved hair density and overall hair beauty.
research Monilethrix
Monilethrix has no effective treatment, but avoiding hair trauma helps manage it.
research Abnormal Wool Growth and Alopecia of Artificially Reared Lambs
Lambs fed a liquid diet showed abnormal wool and skin, which improved with more B-vitamins, suggesting a link to B-vitamin deficiency.
research Biotin for Hair Loss: Teasing Out the Evidence
Biotin does not significantly help with hair growth.
research Biotin: A Friend or Foe in Hair Loss
Biotin doesn't help hair growth in healthy people and can cause health risks if overused.
research Hair Shaft Dysplasias
Hair shaft dysplasias are abnormal hair conditions that can be inherited or acquired and may signal other health issues, with limited treatment options available.
research The Effects of Biotin Supplementation on Alopecia in Rats Treated with Valproic Acid
Biotin supplements did not significantly reduce hair loss in rats on valproic acid.
research Comment on the Use of Biotin for Hair Loss
Biotin may help women with hair loss who have low biotin levels, but more research is needed.
research Loose Anagen Syndrome: A Retrospective Chart Review of 37 Cases
Loose Anagen Syndrome is more common in females and may be inherited, often confused with other hair disorders, and lacks evidence for biotin treatment effectiveness.
research Prognosis and Management of Congenital Hair Shaft Disorders Without Fragility—Part II
Some congenital hair disorders improve with age and can be managed with treatments like minoxidil, retinoids, supplements, and gentle hair care, but there's no cure.
research Diffuse Partial Woolly Hair in a Patient with Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex with Mottled Pigmentation
A patient with a rare hair condition and skin disorder showed hair improvement after treatment.
research Micronutrients in Hair Loss
Some vitamins and minerals are important for preventing hair loss, but treating hair loss with them without a known deficiency is not proven effective.
research Updates in Therapeutics for Pediatric Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review with Evidence-Based Analysis
High potency topical steroids are the most effective treatment for pediatric alopecia areata.
research Low Serum Biotin in Japanese Children Fed with Hydrolysate Formula
Japanese infants fed hydrolysate formula may have low biotin levels.
research Trends in Hair, Skin, and Nails Supplement Use: Data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2011-2020
Hair, skin, and nails supplement use nearly doubled from 2011 to 2020, with higher usage among young adults, females, and certain ethnic groups.
research Update on the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Some treatments can help hair regrowth in alopecia areata, but none offer a cure, and effectiveness varies.
research A Rare Case of Cutis Verticis Gyrata with Underlying Cerebriform Intradermal Nevus
A patient with a scalp condition and benign skin tumor experienced hair loss and did not improve with treatment, choosing not to have surgery despite a small cancer risk.
research A Case Report of Biotin Treatment for Valproate-Induced Hair Loss
Biotin may effectively treat hair loss caused by valproate medication.
research Reply to: Response to 'Rethinking Biotin Therapy for Hair, Nail, and Skin Disorders'
Biotin treatment for hair, nail, and skin disorders has weak evidence and should not be recommended unless new research shows clear benefits.
research Biotin Alone or a Science-Driven Nutraceutical Multi-Targeted Approach?
The conclusion suggests using a science-based, multi-targeted treatment for hair loss instead of just biotin.
research Serum Biotin and Zinc in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Low zinc and biotin levels linked to male hair loss; supplements may help.
research Use of Vitamins and Minerals in the Treatment of Hair Loss: A Cross-Sectional Survey Among Dermatologists in Saudi Arabia
Many dermatologists in Saudi Arabia recommend vitamins and minerals for hair loss, often based on personal experience rather than strong evidence.
research The Effects of Biotin Supplementation on Serum and Liver Tissue Biotinidase Enzyme Activity and Alopecia in Rats Treated with Valproic Acid
Biotin supplements increased biotin levels but did not significantly prevent hair loss in rats on valproic acid.
research Serum and Liver Tissue Biotinidase Enzyme Activity in Rats Administered Valproic Acid
Valproic acid may cause hair loss by reducing biotinidase enzyme activity in rats.