research Approach to the Adult Female Patient with Diffuse Nonscarring Alopecia
The document concludes that careful evaluation is key to diagnose and treat women with hair loss, with tests for thyroid, iron, and hormones as needed.
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120-150 / 1000+ results research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Demographic and Clinical Characteristics of 490 Cases
Frontal fibrosing alopecia mainly affects postmenopausal women and may be linked to thyroid hormones.
research Ashy Dermatosis: Histologic Findings and Potential Associations
Ashy dermatosis may be linked to atopy and thyroid disease and can be treated with topical steroids.
research Lichen Planopilaris in Women: A Retrospective Review at Mayo Clinic (1992-2016)
Women with lichen planopilaris often have thyroid disease, depression, anxiety, and may respond to treatment with slowed disease progression.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Review of Recent Case Reports and Case Series in PubMed
Most patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia are middle-aged women, often have thyroid disease, and some treatments can help stabilize the condition.
research Cancer Risk by the Subtype of Alopecia
People with certain types of alopecia have a slightly higher risk of cancer, especially thyroid, bladder, and prostate cancers.
research Study of Diffuse Alopecia in Females
Most women in the study lost hair due to stress, fever, childbirth, surgery, or thyroid issues, with low hemoglobin levels also common.
research A Machine Learning and Network Framework to Discover New Indications for Small Molecules
A machine learning model called CATNIP can predict new uses for existing drugs, like using antidepressants for Parkinson's disease and a thyroid cancer drug for diabetes.
research The Clinical Patterns of Vitiligo: Hospital-Based Study in Makkah Region, Saudi Arabia
Most vitiligo patients in Makkah are young women, often with family history and thyroid issues.
research Maintenance and Restoration of Growth in Thyroidectomized Rats
Thyroid hormone treatments help thyroidectomized rats grow normally.
research Evaluation of Several Immune and Inflammatory Indicators and Their Association with Alopecia Areata
People with alopecia areata often have abnormal thyroid hormones, thyroid antibodies, antinuclear antibodies, low vitamin D, and high C-reactive protein levels.
research Severe Hair Loss Associated with Psychotropic Drugs in Psychiatric Inpatients—Data from an Observational Pharmacovigilance Program in German-Speaking Countries
Some psychiatric drugs can cause severe hair loss, especially valproic acid, and it's more likely in women or those with thyroid issues or past hair loss.
research Psoriasiform Lesions and Abscesses as Initial Manifestations of Severe Hypothyroidism in a Previously Healthy 15-Year-Old Girl
Severe hypothyroidism can cause unusual skin problems that improve with thyroid treatment.
research Hypothyroidism and Eyelash Loss in a 77-Year-Old Woman
Eyelash loss can be a sign of thyroid problems.
research Absence of Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia with Paclitaxel in a Case of Hypothyroidism: Case Report
A woman with low thyroid function did not lose her hair during chemotherapy, possibly because her hair follicles were less affected by the treatment.
research Lichen Planopilaris in Men: A Retrospective Clinicopathologic Study of 19 Patients
Lichen planopilaris in men often involves scalp redness and itching, with some also having hair loss, mucosal lichen planus, or thyroid disease, and treatment improved symptoms in nearly half of the cases.
research Multi-Stage Transcriptome Analysis Revealed the Growth Mechanism of Feathers and Hair Follicles During Induction Molting by Fasting in the Late Stage of Egg Laying
Fasting in hens affects thyroid hormones, which regulate feather and hair growth.
research Profile of Alopecia Areata in Patients Attending Dermatology Outpatient Department in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Gangtok, Sikkim
Alopecia areata mainly affects men aged 21-40 and is linked to autoimmune issues, thyroid problems, and inflammation.
research How Far Should We Investigate Diffuse Alopecia in Women?
Routine thyroid tests for diffuse alopecia in women may not be necessary, but checking for iron deficiency anemia could be useful.
research An Unusual Case of Myxedema Coma
Acute illnesses like sepsis can disrupt thyroid hormone balance without central hypothyroidism.
research A Study of Biochemical Factors and Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice in Patients With Premature Graying of Hair
Premature graying of hair is linked to vitamin D and B12 deficiencies, thyroid issues, iron imbalance, stress, and lifestyle habits, and affects quality of life.
research The Hormonal Background of Hair Loss in Non-Scarring Alopecias
Hormones like androgens, estrogen, thyroid hormones, and stress hormones can contribute to hair loss, and treatments target these hormonal imbalances.
research The Association of Milia-Like Calcinosis Cutis, Alopecia Totalis and Hyperthyroidism Linked With the Novel Mutation for RBM28
Children with alopecia areata, especially with Down syndrome or thyroid issues, should be screened for thyroid disease.
research Hashimoto Thyroiditis - A Comprehensive Review
Hashimoto thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease that can lead to an underactive thyroid and is treated with medication and sometimes diet changes or surgery.
research Clinical Factors and Hair Care Practices Influencing Outcomes in Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
Some factors like thyroid disease, diabetes treatment, hair dryers, natural hairstyles, and scalp conditions can affect the treatment results for a hair loss condition called CCCA.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Comorbidities in a Moroccan Population
Patients with Frontal fibrosing alopecia in Morocco often have skin conditions and thyroid disorders.
research Study of Biochemical Factors and Knowledge, Attitude, Practice in Patients of Premature Greying of Hair
Low Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, and iron levels, as well as thyroid issues, are strongly linked to premature greying of hair, which also negatively affects quality of life.
research Integrating Nonsurgical Hair Restoration Into an Existing Plastic Surgery Practice
Plastic surgeons can offer various nonsurgical hair restoration treatments like minoxidil, PRP, and light treatments, but they don't give permanent results and need to be repeated. It's crucial to educate patients and manage their expectations. Hair loss in women often involves other health issues like thyroid disease.
research Clinicodermoscopic Evaluation of Chronic Diffuse Hair Loss Among Females in a Tertiary Care Center
The conclusion is that examining the scalp closely and checking for iron levels and thyroid issues is key to understanding chronic hair loss in women.
research Hyperprolactinemia in Patients with High TSH Levels with Both Clinical and Subclinical Hypothyroidism
People with both obvious and not-so-obvious underactive thyroid issues often have higher levels of the hormone prolactin.