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Innate lymphoid cells type 1 may contribute to alopecia areata by damaging hair follicles.
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June 2018 in “Clinical and Experimental Medicine” People with alopecia areata often have lower vitamin D levels and more inflammation, suggesting vitamin D might be involved in the condition.
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