3 citations
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April 2021 in “Cureus” In this study, 62.7% of patients with alopecia areata had deficient vitamin D levels, yet there was no significant link between these levels and specific alopecia areata patterns.
3 citations
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June 2019 in “Journal of Bangladesh Society of Physiologist” This study found that patients experiencing hair loss had significantly lower serum levels of zinc and copper compared to healthy controls.
3 citations
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February 2016 in “Majallah-i dānishgāh-i ̒ulūm-i pizishkī-i Māzandarān/Journal of Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences” This study observed that noncertified Kohl used in Iranian cities contained heavy metals within WHO suggested limits, but highlighted concerns due to high levels in some samples.
3 citations
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January 2007 in “Korean Journal of Pediatrics” This case study reported that zinc supplementation improved skin lesions and diarrhea in a 4-month-old breast-fed infant with transient acrodermatitis enteropathica, even though her serum zinc level was nearly normal.
3 citations
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February 2005 in “Journal of Quantitative Spectroscopy & Radiative Transfer/Journal of quantitative spectroscopy & radiative transfer” This study found that hair content of iron and zinc does not play a role in chemotherapy-induced alopecia in children with cancer.
3 citations
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January 1985 in “Drug development and industrial pharmacy” In this study, formulations of a typical lotion shampoo with ethanol or propylene glycol increased the in-vitro release rate of zinc pyrithione, an anti-dandruff agent.
3 citations
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January 1985 in “British Journal of Dermatology” In this study, a low concentration zinc sulphate solution was investigated for managing recurrent herpes simplex infections, but no new clinical results were reported.
2 citations
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July 2022 in “Asian Journal of Microbiology, Biotechnology & Environmental Sciences” This review highlights zinc's crucial role in both plant growth and human health, while noting the widespread problem of zinc deficiency in various soils, but reports no new findings.
2 citations
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December 2019 in “The Iraqi Journal of Veterinary Medicine” This study found that experimentally induced zinc deficiency in Iraqi goats significantly affected their overall health, including changes in hematological parameters and clinical signs, suggesting potential economic losses.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study found that higher doses of zinc increased cell growth but also induced cell death in human follicle dermal papilla cells, suggesting a narrow dosage range may affect hair regrowth.
2 citations
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January 2017 in “Iraqi journal of medical sciences” This study found that serum zinc levels were significantly decreased in obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome compared to their non-obese counterparts.
2 citations
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January 2016 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” In this report, three patients experiencing levetiracetam-induced hair loss showed improvement with zinc sulfate supplementation while their seizures remained controlled.
2 citations
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December 2015 in “Journal of dermatology research and therapy” This study compared serum zinc, vitamin B12, folic acid levels, iron metabolism, and thyroid function between chronic telogen effluvium patients and healthy controls, but it reports no specific clinical results.
2 citations
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July 2013 in “EDIS” This fact sheet discusses the impacts of zinc deficiency, including its effects on the immune system, cognitive function, and growth in children, and highlights the increased risk for those who consume alcohol excessively; it reports no new clinical results.
2 citations
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June 2011 in “Journal of clinical and experimental investigations” This study found that oral zinc sulphate appeared effective and safe for treating thallium poisoning, particularly in reducing hair and skin symptoms and mitigating its severe progression in patients.
2 citations
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October 1982 in “PubMed” This article reports two cases where zinc deficiency caused by excessive bowel resection and parenteral nutrition led to skin lesions that improved rapidly with zinc sulfate supplementation.
2 citations
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January 1977 in “PubMed” 1 citations
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July 2025 in “Advanced Materials” This study reports on a zinc-coordinated tri-enzyme nanogel system (Zn@nGSC) that mimics natural enzymatic processes to enhance enzymatic activity and cascade efficiency, showing potential in wound healing, hyperglycemia treatment, and antibacterial effects in a murine model of post-pancreatectomy.
1 citations
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January 2025 in “Pediatria i Medycyna Rodzinna” This case report of a 16-month-old girl with acrodermatitis enteropathica, who showed atypical symptoms and normal zinc serum levels, highlights how genetic testing and zinc supplementation led to marked improvement in her condition, underscoring the importance of accurate diagnosis in metabolic disorders.
1 citations
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November 2023 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This study developed a novel antidandruff shampoo with ketoconazole-coated zinc oxide nanoparticles that showed enhanced antifungal activity against Malassezia furfur compared to standard ketoconazole treatments, suggesting it could be a more effective alternative for dandruff management.
1 citations
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October 2023 in “The Journal of nutrition, health & aging” In this study, hair levels of zinc and chromium were associated with a reduced likelihood of age-related cognitive decline in centenarians and oldest-old adults, suggesting further research is needed on these elements' potential role in cognitive health among the elderly.
1 citations
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August 2023 in “Composites Part B: Engineering” In this study, researchers developed a composite electrospun wound dressing containing strontium zinc silicon bioceramics, which significantly activated hair follicle stem cells and promoted hair follicle and capillary regeneration in deep burn wounds, suggesting a promising approach for burn wound healing.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “Przegla̧d dermatologiczny” This review discusses the role of zinc in skin physiology related to vitiligo and reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize its potential in pathogenesis and treatment.
1 citations
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December 2022 in “Bioactive Materials” In this study, researchers developed a nanocomposite microneedle patch containing copper/zinc dual-doped silica nanoparticles, which release substances to promote hair follicle regeneration by targeting various pathophysiological aspects of androgenic alopecia, presenting an effective anti-hair loss treatment strategy.
1 citations
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October 2022 in “Surface Engineering and Applied Electrochemistry” This study reported that zinc nanoparticles synthesized from Monotheca buxifolia leaf extract demonstrated significant antimicrobial, antioxidant, and moderate hair growth-promoting activities, with potential use as a bacterial biosensor.
1 citations
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February 2022 in “Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences” This study found that lower zinc serum levels may contribute to premature hair graying in college students at Universitas Sumatera Utara.
1 citations
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January 2021 in “International journal of pharmaceutical research” This study found that reduced levels of ferritin, TSH, and hemoglobin in young women and lower TSH, vitamin B12, and vitamin D in older women are associated with chronic diffuse hair loss.
1 citations
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January 2020 in “Saudi Surgical Journal” This review found that bariatric surgery may lead to zinc deficiency and alopecia, more commonly affecting females, suggesting further research is needed to evaluate the benefit of micronutrient supplementation.
1 citations
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January 2019 in “Jordan Medical Journal” This study found that zinc deficiency is relatively common among Jordanian children with dermatological conditions, highlighting the need for careful assessment due to its subtle and varied clinical presentation.
1 citations
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November 2015 in “International Educational Scientific Research Journal” This study found that most participants were unaware that their symptoms could be related to zinc deficiency, highlighting a lack of awareness about zinc's importance in health.