56 citations
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March 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Alopecia areata patients often have eczema, thyroid issues, vitamin-D deficiency, and anemia.
January 1980 in “Journal of the Japan Veterinary Medical Association” This study suggests that iodine deficiency in sows may cause alopecia and other health issues in their newborn piglets.
3 citations
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January 2013 This chapter discusses hypothyroidism in dogs, highlighting that most cases are due to primary thyroid gland issues and that some breeds may have a hereditary predisposition; it reports no new clinical findings.
August 2026 in “European Journal of Endocrinology” In this case report, researchers described how autoimmune thyroid disease can obscure primary hyperparathyroidism diagnosis, emphasizing the necessity of combining imaging, cytology, biochemical assessment, and parathyroid scintigraphy for accurate diagnosis.
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January 1988 in “PubMed” This study observed that functional hyperprolactinemia in several women was associated with skin symptoms such as seborrhea, acne, and hair-related issues, resembling androgen-induced conditions.
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January 2016 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” This study found that hypothyroidism in women with PCOS significantly increased insulin resistance and obesity, which might worsen metabolic issues and impact conditions like hair loss and infertility.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case report from a pediatric setting highlighted how an 11-year-old with Hashimoto thyroiditis experienced atypical manifestations such as short stature, pubertal issues, and hair loss after starting levothyroxine therapy, underscoring the need for early diagnosis and multidisciplinary care to improve health outcomes.
This study developed an expert system to help diagnose causes of hair loss and found it effective and satisfactory when evaluated by medical students, suggesting it could be valuable for both physicians and patients dealing with hair loss issues.
19 citations
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January 2016 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” This study observed that telogen effluvium was the most common form of acquired alopecia among females in a semiurban Indian population, with stress and chemical exposure as major exacerbating factors.
In this study, researchers evaluated hirsutism in young females aged 18-24 using the modified Ferriman-Gallwey scoring system, finding that 52% showed mild to moderate-to-severe symptoms, often linked to menstrual irregularities and underlying endocrine disorders like polycystic ovary syndrome and thyroid issues.
2 citations
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April 2023 in “PubMed” In this study, researchers in Basrah, Iraq, observed that iodine deficiency in cross-breed goat kids led to goiter, slow growth, and various biochemical changes, including increased TSH and hypercholesterolemia, suggesting the need for improved maternal diet to reduce these issues and associated mortality risks.
April 2025 in “Cermin Dunia Kedokteran” This review on Graves' disease explains its major role in causing hyperthyroidism, details genetic, environmental, and immunological risk factors, diagnoses, treatment options like anti-thyroid medications, and highlights potential complications such as ophthalmopathy and cardiovascular issues, noting prognosis varies by age.
January 2024 in “Indian Journal of Pharmacy Practice” This study examined 142 patients with subclinical thyroid disorders and found a high incidence of comorbidities like renal diseases. Researchers reported that good medication adherence was associated with better quality of life, indicating a significant relationship between adherence and quality of life.
2 citations
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August 2016 in “Surgery for obesity and related diseases” This study aims to evaluate whether a subset of patients experience undetected hypothyroidism, termed the "famine response," during rapid weight loss after bariatric surgery, which may impact weight loss outcomes. Results are not reported in this abstract.
November 2024 in “Malaysian Journal of Microbiology” In this study, researchers found varying levels of multiple autoantibody types among thyroid disorder patients, with 84.84% of those with immunological hypothyroidism reporting symptoms like weight gain and lethargy, whereas 81.81% of those with immune hyperthyroidism experienced hair loss.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology” This study assesses the impact of teaching programs on the knowledge of waste management among women, but results are not reported in the abstract.
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January 2016 in “Revista Brasileira de Higiene e Sanidade Animal” This study of a Yorkshire dog with chronic dermatological alterations highlights the diagnostic importance of combining complementary laboratory tests like histopathology and serum biochemistry with clinical examination.
April 2022 in “PANACEA JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES” This study found that serum prolactin levels were significantly higher in patients with subclinical and clinical hypothyroidism compared to controls, indicating altered prolactin regulation in these patients.
40 citations
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September 2003 in “Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association” This case report describes a Russian wolfhound's aggression being linked to hypothyroidism, which was successfully managed with levothyroxine therapy.
May 2021 in “British Small Animal Veterinary Association eBooks” This review discusses various causes and patterns of canine alopecia, noting that symmetrical and diffuse hair loss often indicates an endocrinopathy, and reports no new clinical results.
January 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document provided instructions for completing a CME exam on diagnosing and managing hair loss.
241 citations
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January 2001 in “Reviews on Environmental Health” This review discusses the various adverse health effects of chronic selenium exposure in humans, including effects on endocrine and immune function, and suggests current exposure limits may be insufficient.
36 citations
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November 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This review discusses the significant burden of disease and psychosocial implications associated with alopecia, highlighting its comorbidities and the impact on quality of life despite being viewed traditionally as an aesthetic concern, but reports no clinical results.
1 citations
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October 2016 in “The American Journal of Gastroenterology” This case report highlights that celiac disease may cause levothyroxine malabsorption in patients with Hashimoto's thyroiditis, and a gluten-free diet can lead to improvement in thyroid hormone absorption.
July 2021 in “Al-Azhar Assiut Medical Journal” This study found that women with telogen effluvium had significantly lower serum ferritin and vitamin D levels compared to controls, suggesting these could be diagnostic biomarkers for the condition.
January 2026 in “Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports” This article outlines a diagnostic and treatment approach for polycystic ovarian syndrome in young women, emphasizing lifestyle modifications, hormonal treatments, and specialist referrals for managing symptoms and fertility concerns.
January 2010 in “The Internet Journal of Family Practice” This article reviews the clinical features, incidence, and systemic effects of hypothyroidism across different age groups and reports no new clinical findings.
September 2022 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” This review highlights the potential of integrating non-surgical hair restoration treatments, such as nutraceuticals and PRP injections, into plastic surgery practices, especially for female patients, but reports no new clinical findings.
532 citations
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August 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This article discusses the clinical presentation, histopathologic findings, and pathogenesis hypotheses of vitiligo without reporting new clinical results.
144 citations
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July 2015 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This review reports that alopecia areata affects about 2% of people globally and is linked with psychiatric and medical comorbidities, highlighting its significant disease burden.