October 2024 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” This study of fifty female patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia in Egypt found that it is a complex condition with no definitive treatment, as it often co-occurs with lichen planus and thyroid issues.
In this study, researchers found a strong association between premature graying of hair and deficiencies in vitamin D and B12, hypothyroidism, and deranged iron profiles, along with higher stress, altered appetite, smoking, and sleep pattern issues, significantly impacting quality of life.
May 2023 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Results are not reported in this source. The abstract does not provide a summary or findings from the Australasian Journal of Dermatology regarding contact dermatitis.
This study found a significant association between premature greying of hair and deficiencies in vitamin D, vitamin B12, hypothyroidism, and disrupted iron profiles, alongside lifestyle factors like stress and smoking.
August 2022 in “Our Dermatology Online” This study found that dermoscopy can help differentiate between types of diffuse alopecia in females, with yellow dots common in telogen effluvium and hair diameter diversity over 20% significant in female androgenetic alopecia.
May 2019 in “Journal of Evidence Based Medicine and Healthcare” In this study, 1.9% of patients at a dermatology outpatient department were diagnosed with alopecia areata, with the most common affected age group being 20-40 years.
January 2019 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, chronic telogen effluvium and female pattern hair loss were the most common types of non-scarring diffuse hair loss among Indian women aged 15-45, with anemia frequently present across cases.
August 2018 in “Ayurline: IJ-RIM” This review discusses the role of diet and lifestyle in managing alopecia and reports no new clinical results.
August 2017 in “Companion animal” This article discusses the diagnostic approach to focal alopecia in dogs, focusing on distinguishing between pruritic skin disease and inflammatory or non-inflammatory causes; it presents no new experimental results.
June 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Most men with lichen planopilaris had it confirmed by biopsy and often had thyroid issues, sexual dysfunction, or prostate cancer, hinting at a link with hormonal problems.
December 2010 in “Bariatric Nursing and Surgical Patient Care” This article provides a clinical Q&A on bariatric nursing and surgical patient care and reports no new research findings.
The document concludes that most hair loss treatments don't work, balding isn't caused by dandruff, and hair loss may indicate serious health issues that require medical attention.
November 1966 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This conference proceeding abstract provides no new research results, focusing only on event details from the British Association of Dermatology's Forty-Sixth Annual Meeting held in Oxford in 1966.
July 2022 in “Dermatologica Sinica” In this study, zinc deficiency, iron depletion, and thyroid abnormalities were commonly observed in female pattern hair loss patients, suggesting the benefit of testing for these conditions.
Hair loss in women can be caused by genetics, menopause, certain health conditions, and emotional stress, and it often results in thinner hair and a changing hairline.
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March 1993 in “Archives of Dermatology” This article proposes five different mechanisms for telogen effluvium, supported by clinical findings, based on changes in different phases of the hair cycle.
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July 2014 in “Current psychiatry” This review discusses the guidelines for using and monitoring mood stabilizers in bipolar disorders, highlighting that only a minority of patients receive guideline-adherent monitoring.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that a history of smoking significantly predicted a more refractory course of palmoplantar pustulosis, with associated comorbidities often including hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and thyroid diseases.
July 2023 in “Health science reports” In this study, researchers examined the prevalence of comorbid conditions among 402 alopecia areata patients, finding that hypothyroidism was notably more frequent in women, while hyperlipidemia was more common in men, with overall thyroid function testing suggested for these patients.
February 2022 in “Journal of Armed Forces Medical College” This case report details a patient with autoimmune hypothyroidism who experienced multiple health issues that improved with comprehensive treatment including Thyroxin replacement and other supportive measures.
February 2023 in “European journal of geriatrics and gerontology” Selenium helps prevent thyroid issues and cognitive decline in the elderly, but balance is key.
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September 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” The study initially suggested a genetic link between thyroid issues and hair loss.
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October 2025 in “Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology” A JAK1 variant causes hair loss, skin issues, and thyroid disease, but treatment with a specific inhibitor can help.
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” Hair loss is often linked to thyroid problems, especially in women and older people, and screening for thyroid issues is advised for those with hair loss.
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December 2024 in “Children” The authors of this review explore the link between thyroid disorders and skin conditions in children, highlighting how conditions like chronic urticaria, vitiligo, and alopecia may signal underlying thyroid issues and emphasizing the importance of early detection for timely diagnosis and personalized treatment.
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September 2025 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome have a higher prevalence of autoimmune thyroid disease compared to those without the condition, highlighting the importance of screening for thyroid issues in this population.
October 2025 in “Journal of Skin and Sexually Transmitted Diseases” This study found that thyroid dysfunction was significantly more frequent in patients with alopecia areata compared to a control group, even when they lacked symptoms of thyroid issues, supporting the need for routine thyroid screening in this population.
Hair loss should be medically treated, as non-medical treatments are ineffective and hair loss can indicate serious health issues.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This report describes a case of severe hair loss with accompanying thyroid issues and eczema that improved noticeably after individualized homeopathic treatment, following unsuccessful previous methods, as observed at Dr Batra’s® Homeopathy Clinic.
April 2023 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review summarizes the prevalence and range of health issues associated with polycystic ovary syndrome in North America but does not provide new clinical findings.