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July 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” TTD symptoms vary widely, requiring thorough evaluations.
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June 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Higher IgE levels may play a role in alopecia areata, especially in males, children, and severe cases.
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November 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” IFN-γ and IL-2 are important for T cell activation in hair loss in mice.
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January 2013 in “Dermatology” Vitiligo patients often have other health issues, especially thyroid disorders.
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