Use of Vitamin D in the Treatment of Diffuse Alopecia in Women

May 2026 in “ Neliti ”

F. B. (F) Mirodilova, F. K. (F) Abboskhanova, J.M. Umarov, M. U. (Madina) Abdurakhmonova

Vitamin D diffuse alopecia autoimmune inflammation hair growth

TLDR Vitamin D may help improve hair growth in women with diffuse alopecia.

The study investigates the role of Vitamin D in treating diffuse alopecia in women, a condition characterized by even hair loss across the scalp without leading to complete baldness. It highlights that Vitamin D deficiency is linked to reduced immune system functionality and may contribute to autoimmune inflammation associated with diffuse alopecia. The findings suggest that addressing Vitamin D deficiency could potentially improve hair growth and reduce inflammation in affected individuals.

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