28 citations
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April 2017 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This study found that while vitamin D deficiency is not the sole cause of alopecia areata, it may worsen the disease, suggesting supplementation could help in pediatric cases.
23 citations
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September 2016 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This study found no significant association between vitamin D intake or estimated vitamin D status and the risk of developing alopecia areata among women.
23 citations
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January 2016 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study found that women with female pattern hair loss had significantly lower serum Vitamin D3 levels compared to healthy controls.
20 citations
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January 2019 in “International journal of trichology” This study found that patients with alopecia areata had significantly lower Vitamin D levels compared to controls, with a negative correlation between Vitamin D levels and disease severity.
15 citations
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January 2016 in “International journal of trichology” This study found that female students experiencing diffuse hair fall had significantly lower Vitamin D3 levels compared to healthy controls.