June 2019 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Trace element deficiencies may contribute to diffuse alopecia.
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March 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Low levels of BDNF and vitamin D are linked to higher depression in alopecia areata and vitiligo patients.
May 2024 in “Trends in endocrinology and metabolism” Iron is essential for many body functions, and its deficiency causes serious health problems.
October 2020 in “The American Journal of Gastroenterology” Early diagnosis and treatment of hereditary hemochromatosis can prevent serious complications.
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December 2010 in “Annals of tropical paediatrics” A boy's hair loss and bone issues improved with specific vitamin D treatment and calcium.
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October 2022 The conclusion suggests that managing antioxidant levels and the calcium to magnesium ratio may help address Long Covid and related chronic fatigue conditions.
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May 2022 in “Journal of Nepal Medical Association” Steroids, infection management, and nutritional support can significantly improve symptoms of Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome.
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November 2015 in “Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Case Reports” A man with X-ALD improved after treatment, highlighting the need to consider X-ALD in similar patients and test their relatives.
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January 2022 in “OAlib” Antioxidants might help with Long Covid by addressing oxidative stress and nutrient imbalances.
October 2008 in “Trace Elements and Electrolytes” Tailored supplementation of calcium, magnesium, and vitamin D based on hair analysis may improve bone health.
January 1999 in “American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A” The report expanded knowledge of MBTPS1-related disorders by identifying new symptoms.
Iron deficiency worsens inflammatory skin diseases by disrupting iron balance and increasing inflammation.
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October 2018 in “The journal of pediatrics/The Journal of pediatrics” The document concludes that specific hair and blood vessel abnormalities in infants with seizures and developmental issues may indicate Menkes disease, which lacks a cure and is often fatal by age 3.
October 2019 in “Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences” A 56-year-old man was diagnosed with Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome after showing symptoms like diarrhea, weight loss, and skin changes.
October 2024 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” Vitamin D deficiency is common in people with certain types of hair loss, like alopecia areata and female pattern hair loss.
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January 2017 in “Orphanet journal of rare diseases” FOXN1 gene mutations cause a rare, severe immune disease treatable with cell or tissue transplants.
January 2023 in “PARIPEX INDIAN JOURNAL OF RESEARCH” Vitamin D Dependent Rickets Type-2A can cause complete hair loss and bone growth issues in infants.
January 2020 in “Journal of Clinical Biochemistry and Nutrition” Low zinc levels in chronic liver disease patients are linked to more severe symptoms like taste issues and skin problems, and zinc supplements might help.
December 2025 in “Yemeni Journal of Agriculture & Veterinary Sciences” Many sheep and goats in Sana’a, Yemen, lack essential minerals and need supplements for better health.
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June 2008 in “Annals of Internal Medicine” Excessive selenium from supplements can be harmful.
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January 2014 in “Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism” Three new gene mutations cause rickets and hair loss, treatable with high calcium and calcidol, but hair regrowth is rare.
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January 2010 in “Journal of Korean medical science/Journal of Korean Medical Science” A Korean boy's skin and digestive symptoms were caused by a rare genetic disorder that affects zinc absorption, and he got better with zinc supplements.
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February 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Biotin supplements are not proven to improve hair or nails and may interfere with medical tests.
November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Scientists developed a new way to study mutations in a skin condition using blood cells, which may help diagnose and treat the disease.
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February 2018 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Topical vitamin C may help treat skin fragility in the elderly.
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June 2001 in “The Indian Journal of Pediatrics” Lower hair zinc levels may be linked to Neural Tube Defects.
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November 1961 in “American Journal of Clinical Nutrition” 14 citations
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October 1978 in “Archives of Dermatology” Zinc deficiency can cause skin issues like hair loss and eczema.
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February 2023 in “Medicine” Traditional Chinese medicine may help relieve symptoms of Cronkhite-Canada syndrome.
June 2017 in “The Medical Journal of Australia” The man's rash, hair loss, and vision issues were due to syphilis, not CMV.