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January 2018 in “Journal of microscopy and ultrastructure” In this study, researchers used SEM/SDD-EDS to identify waterborne minerals like calcium and aluminum in the scalp hair cuticle of individuals using treated or untreated water for hair washing, finding that prior application of coconut oil or conditioners can prevent calcium uptake.
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January 2017 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology” Mineral levels in hair don't significantly affect the severity of atopic dermatitis in children.
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January 2016 in “Journal of Nepal Paediatric Society” This case report discusses a 27-month-old girl with vitamin D-dependent rickets type II, who showed minor improvement in skeletal features and alopecia after high-dose oral calcium and vitamin D3 treatment.
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December 2015 in “Lʹvìvsʹkij klìnìčnij vìsnik” This review discusses the connection between alopecia areata and trace element imbalances, noting deficiencies in elements like zinc and selenium, but reports no new clinical findings.
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March 2015 in “PubMed” This review discusses the role of vitamin D and its receptor in maintaining skin and hair follicle health, but it reports no new clinical findings.
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January 2015 in “Journal of nutrition & health” This study suggests that fish oil, specifically its components EPA and DHA, play a beneficial role in promoting skin health by supporting epidermal growth and reducing proinflammatory cytokines.
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January 2014 in “Assiut Veterinary Medical Journal/Maǧallaẗ Asyūṭ al-ṭibiyyaẗ al-baytariyyaẗ” This study in Aswan governorate reported that emaciated cattle showed decreased blood cell counts and serum minerals, as well as elevated liver enzymes, possibly associated with parasitic infections.
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September 2025 in “Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine” This study found that AI using YOLOv11 architecture can reliably differentiate between hyaluronic acid and silicone oil cosmetic fillers on ultrasound, achieving high accuracy, whereas identifying calcium hydroxyapatite and polymethylmethacrylate remains less consistent, requiring further improvements.
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July 2024 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” In this study, researchers used advanced infrared microspectroscopy techniques to map the chemical composition of human hair, revealing new insights such as the presence of glycogen in the outer root sheath and the widespread distribution of calcium carboxylates in the hair cuticle.
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October 2023 in “Biology” In this study, researchers observed that fasting-induced molting in laying hens led to increased thyroid hormones, which may regulate feather molting by affecting hair follicle growth through specific signaling pathways, highlighting molecular changes during induced molting.
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October 2021 in “QJM: An International Journal of Medicine” This study found that platelet-rich plasma prepared using a double-spin method may be more effective for treating female pattern hair loss than single-spin PRP, although VEGF concentration was unaffected by either preparation method.
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November 2019 in “Damanhour Journal of Veterinary Sciences” This study observed that mixed breed cows with alopecia, ill-thrift, and infertility had significant decreases in serum copper, zinc, calcium, inorganic phosphorus, and magnesium, alongside signs of anemia.
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January 2018 in “Journal of Steroids & Hormonal Science” This study observed no significant difference in vitamin D levels between children with alopecia areata and controls, but higher complete improvement in alopecia was noted among patients with vitamin D deficiency undergoing oral vitamin D treatment.
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January 2017 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” This study found that while hair washed with hard water had higher magnesium deposits, it did not show significant structural surface changes compared to hair washed with soft water.
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April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Patients with Focal Dermal Hypoplasia often experience skin, nail, hair, and bone issues, and may benefit from calcium and vitamin D supplements.
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January 2016 in “Dermatology Review” This review discusses the potential role of vitamin D supplementation as a therapeutic option for alopecia areata due to its immune-regulating effects and reports no new clinical results.
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January 2013 This review examines the design and evaluation parameters of depilatory formulations but reports no new empirical findings.
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January 2013 in “Journal of the Scientific Society” In this case report, an 18-year-old male's cheek lump initially diagnosed as a sebaceous cyst was found to be a pilomatrixoma after surgical excision and histopathological examination.
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December 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review covers cell transplantation methods for genitourinary reconstruction, discussing tissue sources and complications but presenting no new clinical findings.
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July 1996 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This article discusses the extent of investigation needed for diffuse alopecia in women but reports no new findings.
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December 1989 in “PubMed” This study found that dispersed hair follicle cells can be cultured successfully on collagen type IV, potentially offering an alternative to cultured epidermal keratinocytes for skin treatment.
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January 2024 in “Pediatric Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism” In this retrospective study of eight Saudi children with hereditary vitamin D resistant rickets, researchers observed that adjunctive cinacalcet appeared safe and showed initial promise in improving serum PTH levels, though further investigation is needed to confirm its efficacy.
July 2026 in “arXiv (Cornell University)” In this study, researchers observed significant variations in the hierarchical structures of domestic cat hairs and whiskers, showing that local mechanical properties are influenced by the distribution and composition of internal granules and calcium enrichment along the hair's length.
April 2026 in “Global Journal of Health Science” This study observed that patients with hypothyroidism-associated hair loss commonly have deficiencies in several vitamins and minerals, suggesting that these deficiencies may be linked to their condition.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study focused on formulating and assessing flaxseed herbal oil for its potential to moisturize and nourish hair, highlighting flaxseed's rich content of beneficial compounds such as omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants which support scalp health and promote hair growth.
This study found that Ca²⁺ signaling and peptidylarginine deiminase enzymes play a crucial role in activating neural stem cells in response to injury in zebrafish, suggesting potential therapeutic targets for CNS injuries and cancer.
December 2025 in “Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports” This study found that measuring stress biomarkers in hair could be an effective and simpler method for assessing chronic stress in rats, potentially offering a novel alternative to serum tests with biomarkers including sodium, calcium, and cortisol.
November 2025 in “Biological Trace Element Research” This pilot study found no significant relationship between blood and hair mineral concentrations in generally healthy adults, though hair analysis may have potential for assessing long-term mineral trends.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Surgery” This study identified changes in serum albumin and calcium levels one month after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy as independent factors linked to hair loss in patients with obesity, highlighting the importance of monitoring these nutritional indicators to reduce postoperative alopecia risk.
October 2025 in “Diseases” This study reports that women with hair loss had significantly lower levels of several biomarkers, including hemoglobin, iron, copper, selenium, vitamin D, vitamin B12, folate, and thyroid hormones, compared to healthy controls.