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September 2013 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Herbs can potentially treat hair loss by inhibiting a key enzyme and promoting hair growth, and deficiencies in zinc, biotin, and iron are linked to hair loss.
21 citations,
January 2014 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” Hair and serum levels of zinc, copper, and iron are similar in people with alopecia areata and healthy individuals.
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August 2018 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Men with sleep apnea and low iron levels are more likely to have male-pattern baldness, especially if they have a family history of hair loss.
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August 2023 in “Cutis” Low ferritin levels can indicate iron deficiency as a cause of hair loss.
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September 2013 in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings” A woman's hair loss was treated successfully with iron supplements for her iron deficiency.
June 2024 in “Journal of Psychiatry Spectrum” Iron deficiency can cause psychiatric symptoms that improve with proper treatment.
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December 2015 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Washing test helps identify hair loss type, low iron levels significant.
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October 2006 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A woman with Parkinson's disease experienced hair loss from the Parkinson's medication pramipexole, which improved after stopping the drug.
July 2018 in “International journal of clinical & experimental dermatology” Eat a balanced diet for healthy hair; only use supplements if you have a proven nutrient deficiency.
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March 2005 in “Endocrine Reviews” The enzyme steroid sulfatase is linked to breast cancer and other conditions, and inhibitors are being developed for treatment.
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January 2015 in “Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research” Hair loss from Telogen Effluvium usually gets better within 6 months after addressing the cause.
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Chronic Telogen Effluvium may resolve after years and is diagnosed by examining the patient's history and clinical signs, with treatment aimed at underlying causes and possibly minoxidil.
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May 2017 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” People with alopecia areata often have lower levels of vitamin D, zinc, and folate, but more research is needed to understand if supplements can help treat it.
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May 2010 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Zinc can be a helpful secondary treatment for certain skin conditions, but more research is needed to guide its use.
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June 2010 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Taking too many vitamin and mineral supplements can cause serious health problems.
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November 2014 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Many dermatologists in Saudi Arabia recommend vitamins and minerals for hair loss, often based on personal experience rather than strong evidence.
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November 2020 in “Curēus” A child's hair loss from alopecia areata was fully reversed in five months using diet and supplements.
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November 1999 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” AGA is a genetic, hormonal hair loss treated with finasteride, minoxidil, and supplements, but new compounds are being developed.
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May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Telogen Effluvium is a common hair loss condition that can be short-term or long-lasting and is often caused by stress, illness, or nutritional issues.
1 citations,
May 2017 in “Asian journal of medical sciences” The dietary supplement significantly improved skin, nails, and hair in older adults.
October 2017 in “Iranian Journal of Dermatology” Clinical exams are good for diagnosing some women's hair loss, but lab tests aren't always needed.
July 2022 in “Dermatologica Sinica” Many women with hair loss also have zinc deficiency, iron depletion, or thyroid issues.
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January 2017 in “International journal of nanomedicine” Silver nanoparticles coated with substances like PEG showed strong antibacterial effects and improved wound healing when used in hydrogels.
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July 2008 in “Current Opinion in Chemical Biology” The document concludes that understanding sulfation biology is crucial for creating treatments due to its importance in biological functions and disease.
24 citations,
May 2019 in “PLOS genetics” Mutations in the HEPHL1 gene cause abnormal hair and cognitive issues.
1 citations,
October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery/Indian journal of plastic surgery” Proper hair care and safe use of hair products are crucial for those with hair loss.
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May 2012 in “Annals of Oncology” Some breast cancer chemotherapy can cause permanent hair loss.
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December 2018 in “Plant Science” Elevated CO2 can lessen the negative impact of water shortage on soybean roots and affects specific genes.
January 2023 in “Open journal of pediatrics” A 7-month-old girl with a rare skin disorder died because diagnosis was delayed.