July 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study investigates the causal relationship between gut microbiota and alopecia areata (AA) using data from GWAS involving 13,266 individuals for gut microbiota and 211,428 for AA. The analysis suggests that certain gut bacteria, such as Butyricimonas, Enterorhabdus, Eubacterium (xylanophilum group), and Phascolarctobacterium, may have a protective effect against AA, while Ruminococcaceae UCG003 may increase the risk. Reverse analysis showed no significant causal effect of AA on gut microbiota. The findings highlight the potential role of gut microbiota in the pathogenesis and treatment of AA.
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September 2020 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” Post-finasteride patients show changes in gut bacteria, possibly causing various symptoms.
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January 2021 in “Dermatology and therapy” An imbalance in gut bacteria is linked to skin immune diseases and may affect their outcomes and related health issues.
December 2023 in “Frontiers in microbiology” Mannan oligosaccharides improve raccoon dogs' fur quality and overall health.
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August 2021 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” Poria cocos polysaccharides and finasteride both help treat chronic nonbacterial prostatitis, but Poria cocos polysaccharides also improve gut health.
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February 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Gut health affects skin diseases, and probiotics might help.