46 citations,
May 1997 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Vitiligo is not linked to coeliac disease, but a small number of alopecia areata patients may have it, suggesting they should be tested for coeliac disease.
1 citations,
July 2023 in “Al-Azhar Medical Journal” This study assessed serum levels of antigliadin antibodies (IgA and IgG) in 30 patients with alopecia areata (AA) compared to 30 healthy controls. Results showed that antigliadin IgA was positive in 26.7% of AA patients with severe disease, while IgG was positive in all AA patients and 6.7% of controls. There was a significant difference in IgA and IgG levels between patients and controls, with higher values in patients. The study concluded a strong association between antigliadin antibodies and AA severity, recommending serological screening for celiac disease in AA patients due to the high sensitivity and specificity of these antibodies.
11 citations,
July 2020 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Dermoscopy helps diagnose syphilitic alopecia, and treatment with penicillin can regrow hair.
10 citations,
July 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Syphilis can cause hair loss and should be considered in unexplained cases.
57 citations,
June 2018 in “Nutrients” Celiac disease can cause skin problems that may get better with a gluten-free diet.