December 2020 in “The Medical journal of Basrah University” This study observed that Iraqi women with female pattern hair loss had significantly lower serum vitamin D levels compared to healthy controls, suggesting a possible role of vitamin D in the condition's development.
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January 2011 in “Journal of the Saudi Society of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery” This study documented an outbreak of thallium poisoning in Iraq, highlighting its dermatological, neurological, and psychological signs, which are crucial for accurate diagnosis.
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July 1996 in “Annals of Internal Medicine” This report documented a case of thrombocytopenia and leukopenia linked to the long-term use of itraconazole in a patient with acute myelogenous leukemia.
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June 2023 in “BMC Pediatrics” In this prospective cohort study conducted in Iraq, 15.2% of children with confirmed COVID-19 experienced persistent symptoms beyond 12 weeks; common symptoms included fatigue and hair fall, with children aged 11-16 at greater risk.
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November 2022 in “F1000Research” This study observed that the COVID-19 pandemic altered the pattern of dermatoses among Iraqi females, with significant increases in hair loss and decreases in viral skin infections.
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November 2021 in “F1000Research” This study observed that during the COVID-19 pandemic, Iraqi females experienced significantly increased hair loss, while contagious viral infections decreased in a dermatology clinic setting.
June 2026 in “Journal of cancer research updates” This study conducted in an Iraqi oncology setting found generic Palbociclib to have a safety profile consistent with previous data, with observed side effects including high rates of neutropenia and anemia, particularly among patients receiving it with Fulvestrant.
March 2025 in “Health Science Reports” In this study, SLE was found to be more prevalent among Iraqi women, with photosensitivity, hair loss, and malar rash as common symptoms, contributing to the understanding of SLE patterns globally.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Applied Research” In this cross-sectional study on Iraqis, 74.5% of participants self-reported hair loss following COVID-19 infection, with the highest prevalence among those aged 19-29, pointing to a potential link between COVID-19 and increased risk of telogen effluvium.
December 2022 in “Cureus” This study found that clinical and biochemical markers of hyperandrogenism were more common in post-adolescent and early adult-onset acne among women than in adolescent acne.
This study observed that the COVID-19 pandemic was associated with changes in skin condition patterns among Iraqi females, with significant increases in hair loss and decreases in certain viral infections.
May 2022 in “F1000Research” This study observed changes in the pattern of dermatological diseases among Iraqi females during the COVID-19 pandemic, with increased hair loss and decreased viral infections, which may relate to pandemic-associated stress or mask-wearing.
January 2022 in “Faculty of 1000 Research Ltd” This study observed that the COVID-19 pandemic influenced patterns of skin and venereal diseases among Iraqi females, with some conditions like hair loss increasing, while others like viral infections decreased.
September 2020 in “University of Thi-Qar Journal of Medicine” This study found that women with Telogen Effluvium in Thi-Qar Province, Iraq, had significantly lower serum Ferritin and Vitamin D3 levels, suggesting these may contribute to the condition's etiology.
October 2016 in “Mağallaẗ Kulliyyaẗ al-ṭibb Baġdād” This study found that most cases of telogen effluvium in Iraqi women had no clear triggering factor, although significant hair thinning was uncommon.
October 2016 in “Mağallaẗ Kulliyyaẗ al-ṭibb Baġdād” In this study, most Iraqi women with telogen effluvium had no identifiable triggers, though severe stress was noted in 21% of cases prior to the condition onset.
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April 2014 in “Journal of proteomics” In this study, experimentally induced weight loss in merino sheep led to a decrease in wool fiber diameter and increased expression of certain high sulfur and glycine-tyrosine proteins, potentially impacting wool quality and industry preferences.
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May 2023 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” This study observed that patients with alopecia areata had significantly higher serum levels of IL-15 and TNF-α compared to controls, with TNF-α levels particularly elevated in individuals with alopecia totalis, though these biomarkers were not influenced by disease duration or activity.
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January 2013 in “Journal of Cosmetics Dermatological Sciences and Applications” This study found that lichen planopilaris is a common cause of scalp scarring alopecia in adults and has distinctive clinical features that help differentiate it from other similar conditions.
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April 2015 in “AFRICAN JOURNAL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY” This study found that certain Y-chromosome alleles may influence susceptibility to prostate cancer among Iraqi males, suggesting potential genetic screening markers for the disease.
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January 2012 in “Journal of cosmetics, dermatological sciences and applications” This descriptive study reported that cutaneous issues, particularly anesthesia and neuropathy dermatitis, were common at saphenous vein harvesting sites in Iraqi patients who underwent coronary artery bypass surgery.
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October 2023 in “Egyptian Journal of Immunology” This study found that women with PCOS had significantly higher levels of the pro-inflammatory chemokine MIP-1α compared to controls, suggesting an association with low-grade chronic inflammation, though the increase in MIP-1β levels did not reach statistical significance.
April 2026 in “Al-Kufa University Journal for Biology” This pilot study observed that post-bariatric surgery, both zinc and iron deficiencies increased among Iraqi patients, underscoring the importance of lifelong nutritional monitoring and targeted supplementation to address these issues and prevent related complications.
September 2025 in “Reproductive health of woman” This study found that in women with polycystic ovary syndrome, taking metformin for three months significantly reduced serum levels of luteinizing hormone, follicle-stimulating hormone, and testosterone, suggesting a beneficial effect on managing hyperandrogenism.
October 2024 in “Kirkuk journal of medical sciences” This study found that in Kirkuk City, prescription and over-the-counter omega-3 supplements were widely used, often without clear distinction by healthcare providers and consumers regarding their appropriate use.
January 2024 in “Bright Sky Publications eBooks” This study investigated the prevalence of Helicobacter pylori in patients with gastritis in Southern Iraq, but the abstract does not report any specific results.
January 2024 in “Polski Merkuriusz Lekarski” This retrospective cross-section study found that in a cohort of Pica patients in Iraq, 92.4% were female, and many had low levels of ferritin, hemoglobin, and vitamin D, which may contribute to the disorder by causing psychological issues.
June 2023 in “Diyala Journal of Medicine” In this Baquba city study, alopecia areata was more prevalent among males aged 21 to 30, with most experiencing single lesions on the head, recurring cases, and a history of psychological stress.
June 2023 in “Diyala Journal of Medicine” In this cross-sectional study of 100 patients in Baquba, researchers found that alopecia areata was more prevalent in males aged 21-30, with single lesion patches mainly appearing on the head, and observed a significant association with personal stress history.
March 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that patients with alopecia areata had significantly lower serum levels of zinc and ferritin compared to healthy controls, which may contribute to the disease's pathogenesis and severity.