research Alopecia and periorificial dermatitis in biotin-responsive multiple carboxylase deficiency
Biotin supplements can effectively treat hair loss and skin issues in certain enzyme deficiencies.
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30 / 1000+ resultsresearch The influence of biotin on viability, pyruvate carboxylase activity and the response to malate concentration in vitro by isolated secondary hair follicles of the Angora goat
Biotin deficiency may harm hair follicle health and growth in Angora goats.
research Inhibition of 3‐methylcrotonyl‐CoA carboxylase explains the increased excretion of 3‐hydroxyisovaleric acid in valproate‐treated patients
Valproic acid treatment increases a specific acid in urine by blocking an enzyme, possibly causing skin rash and hair loss.
research Uncombable hair improved by biotin
Biotin supplements significantly improved a young girl's uncombable hair.
research Effect of Primary Biotin Deficiency on the Skin of Germ-Free and Conventional Mice Fed a Purified Biotin-Deficient Diet without Supplementation with Egg White.
Biotin deficiency causes severe hair loss and weight reduction in germ-free mice.
research Consumption of a low-carbohydrate and high-fat diet (the ketogenic diet) exaggerates biotin deficiency in mice
The ketogenic diet can worsen biotin deficiency, suggesting a need for biotin supplements.
research Phenotypic variation in biotinidase deficiency
Biotinidase deficiency has various symptoms and can be treated with biotin supplements.
research Biotin
Biotin supplements are unnecessary for most people but may help with certain conditions like biotin deficiency, brittle nails, and some hair loss.
research Potential role and therapeutic interests of myo-inositol in metabolic diseases
Myo-inositol supplements may improve insulin sensitivity and help with conditions like PCOS and gestational diabetes, but more research is needed.
research A Review of the Use of Biotin for Hair Loss
Biotin supplements may improve hair and nail growth in people with certain deficiencies or conditions, but there's not enough evidence to recommend it for healthy individuals.
research BIOTIN-RESPONSIVE ALOPECIA AND DEVELOPMENTAL REGRESSION
Biotin treatment can significantly improve hair loss and motor functions in certain metabolic disorders.
research Rethinking biotin therapy for hair, nail, and skin disorders
Biotin supplements are not proven to improve hair or nails and may interfere with medical tests.
research Biotin Deficiency in a Patient with Short Bowel Syndrome during Home Parenteral Nutrition
Biotin supplements restored hair and resolved symptoms in a woman with biotin deficiency.
research Iron deficiency and hair loss: The jury is still out
More research is needed to determine if iron deficiency causes hair loss.
research Serum biotin and zinc in male androgenetic alopecia
Low zinc and biotin levels linked to male hair loss; supplements may help.
research Proteomic analysis of balding and non-balding mesenchyme-derived dermal papilla cells from androgenetic alopecia patients using on-line two-dimensional reversed phase-reversed phase LC–MS/MS
Found different proteins in balding and non-balding cells, giving insight into hair loss causes.
research Biotinidase deficiency characterized by skin and hair findings
Biotin supplements improved skin and hair problems in a girl with biotinidase deficiency.
research Low level of maternal biotin intake changes the expression of biotin transporter in dams and fetuses in mice
Low biotin intake during pregnancy can affect biotin transport in mothers and fetuses.
research A Rare Presentation of Biotinidase Deficiency Mimicking Acrodermatitis Enteropathica in a Toddler
Biotinidase deficiency can mimic other conditions, making early diagnosis and treatment crucial to prevent lasting issues.
research Neuroimaging Findings in Congenital Biotinidase Deficiency: A Case Report
Early biotin treatment can reverse symptoms of congenital biotinidase deficiency.
research Biotin - facts and hopes
Biotin is important for health, but taking extra usually doesn't help unless you're deficient.
research Quantification of biotin in plasma samples by column switching liquid chromatography – tandem mass spectrometry
The document describes a way to measure biotin in blood to prevent wrong test results in hormone level testing.
research Hair Loss in Systemic Disease
Systemic diseases can cause hair loss, which is often reversible with treatment.
research THE WATER SOLUBLE VITAMINS
Choline and biotin are important for liver health and preventing certain deficiencies in animals, and more research is needed to understand their benefits in humans.
research Evidence-Based and Potential Benefits of Metformin in the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review
Metformin helps with menstrual cycles and insulin levels in PCOS but is less effective for hair growth, diabetes prevention, and weight loss, and may improve fertility and reduce diabetes risk.
research Cutaneous Androgen Metabolism: Basic Research and Clinical Perspectives
Creating stronger blockers for skin enzymes might lead to better treatment for conditions like acne and excessive hair growth.
research Metformin: an old medication of new fashion: evolving new molecular mechanisms and clinical implications in polycystic ovary syndrome
Metformin helps manage polycystic ovary syndrome by improving insulin resistance and ovulation, but more research is needed on its full effects.
research Comparative Proteomics Indicates That Biosynthesis of Pectic Precursors Is Important for Cotton Fiber and Arabidopsis Root Hair Elongation
Pectin biosynthesis is essential for the growth of cotton fibers and Arabidopsis root hairs.
research Mechanism-Based Inhibition of Human Steroid 5α-Reductase by Finasteride: Enzyme-Catalyzed Formation of NADP−Dihydrofinasteride, a Potent Bisubstrate Analog Inhibitor
Finasteride effectively blocks enzyme causing male pattern baldness.
research The Role of Vitamins and Minerals in Hair Loss: A Review
Some vitamins and minerals like vitamin D and iron can help with certain types of hair loss, but more research is needed for others.