May 2021 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A 23-year-old woman's missed periods were caused by a rare genetic disorder treated with hormone patches.
November 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” The patient likely has Chrousos syndrome, a rare condition causing insensitivity to glucocorticoids, requiring high-dose dexamethasone treatment.
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January 2016 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” Taking vitamins, minerals, and amino acids can improve hair strength and quality in people with Monilethrix.
October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A rare genetic mutation causes resistance to vitamin D, leading to severe rickets and requiring high doses of calcium and vitamin D for treatment.
October 2009 in “The American Journal of Gastroenterology” Excessive selenium intake can cause liver damage.
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October 2020 in “Journal of Nanomaterials” Strontium nanofibers can help repair and regenerate bones.
January 2006 in “Dianzi xianwei xuebao” Netherton syndrome causes specific skin and hair changes that help in early diagnosis.
November 1971 in “PubMed” 222 citations
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August 2014 in “Cell Metabolism” Mitochondrial Complex I reduces inflammation and increases bone breakdown by affecting certain immune cells.
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January 2013 Alopecia areata patients have lower zinc, copper, and selenium levels than healthy people.
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April 1981 in “Clinical endocrinology” A girl with rickets and hair loss was found to have a rare condition where her body didn't respond to vitamin D treatment.
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January 2020 in “Journal of Crohn's and colitis” Many people with inflammatory bowel disease have a vitamin C deficiency, which can lead to scurvy symptoms.
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May 2016 in “Urolithiasis” Balding and low testosterone increase risk of urinary stones.
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October 2022 in “The American Journal of Gastroenterology” Chronic arsenic exposure can cause liver damage and other health issues.
Spironolactone effectively treats hormonal acne, hair loss, and excess hair growth in women.
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December 2020 in “Harran Üniversitesi týp fakültesi dergisi” Many people with hair loss had low iron and ferritin levels.
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April 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Low iron and vitamin B12 levels are common in women with chronic hair loss, while low vitamin D is less common.
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September 1989 in “PubMed” Canrenone effectively reduced hair growth and testosterone levels in women with excessive hairiness.
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July 2014 in “American Journal of Physiology-Endocrinology and Metabolism” Testosterone boosts red blood cell production and changes iron metabolism without needing dihydrotestosterone.
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February 2015 in “European Journal of Clinical Investigation” The review suggests thorough evaluation and genetic testing for proper diagnosis and treatment of Chrousos syndrome.
40 citations
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January 1973 in “Journal of Dairy Science” Zinc deficiency in male goats leads to poor hair growth, smaller testicles, reduced libido, and is hard to reverse.
October 2025 in “Indian Journal of Paediatric Dermatology” Zinc treatment improved skin and hair issues in a boy with a zinc-related condition.
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April 1999 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” Testosterone replacement may improve sexual desire and bone health in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed on its long-term safety.
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February 2013 in “PubMed” Patients treated with long-term intralesional corticosteroids for alopecia areata should be monitored for bone density changes and advised on osteoporosis prevention.
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January 2017 in “Indian journal of health sciences and biomedical research KLEU” Low iron levels are significantly linked to hair loss in women.
22 citations
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December 1992 in “The journal of pediatrics/The Journal of pediatrics” Zinc supplements improved hair and skin conditions in two patients.
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August 2024 in “International Journal of Impotence Research” Low testosterone increases kidney stone risk in men not on testosterone therapy.
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July 2024 in “International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology (IJISRT)” Stopping steroids and providing supportive care improved the patient's Cushing Syndrome symptoms and ulcers.
July 2023 in “Journal of medical and health studies” A 3-year-old with vitamin D-resistant rickets and severe hair loss died despite treatment, highlighting the need for improved management of the condition.
Low ferritin and vitamin D levels are linked to hair loss.