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research Alopecia areata update
Despite progress in treatment, the exact cause of Alopecia areata is still unknown.
research Scientific opinion on the tolerable upper intake level for selenium
Adults should not consume more than 255 micrograms of selenium per day to avoid risk of hair loss and other side effects.
research Thyroid diseases and skin autoimmunity
Thyroid diseases may contribute to autoimmune skin diseases, and more research is needed on their relationship.
research Androgenic Alopecia Is Associated with Less Dietary Soy, Higher Blood Vanadium and rs1160312 1 Polymorphism in Taiwanese Communities
Men with more vanadium in their blood and who drink less soy milk are more likely to have hair loss.
research Loose Anagen Syndrome: A Retrospective Chart Review of 37 Cases
Loose Anagen Syndrome is more common in females and may be inherited, often confused with other hair disorders, and lacks evidence for biotin treatment effectiveness.
research Male fertility and skin diseases
Some skin diseases and their treatments can negatively affect male fertility.
research A meta-analysis of the relationship between vitamin D receptor gene ApaI polymorphisms and polycystic ovary syndrome
Certain variations in the vitamin D receptor gene are linked to an increased risk of polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Premature graying of hair: Risk factors, co‐morbid conditions, pharmacotherapy and reversal—A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Premature graying of hair is linked to various health issues and can sometimes be reversed by treating underlying conditions.
research A Case of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia in a Patient with Primary Biliary Cirrhosis and Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Frontal fibrosing alopecia might be linked to autoimmune diseases.
research Familial patterns of alopecia areata: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Alopecia Areata often runs in families and is linked to other autoimmune conditions.
research Exploring Variation in Ovine KRTAP19-5 and Its Effect on Fine Wool Fibre Curvature in Chinese Tan Sheep
The KRTAP19-5 gene affects wool curvature in Chinese Tan sheep, with Variant B reducing curvature.
research Early-onset baldness and the risk of aggressive prostate cancer: findings from a case–control study
Men who start balding at age 20 may have a higher chance of getting aggressive prostate cancer.
research Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, February 13–16, 2013
The document concludes that various findings in rheumatology offer insights into disease severity, treatment responses, and potential risks in medication, with some limitations due to unspecified participant numbers.
research Evaluating the Causal Relationship Between Human Blood Metabolites and the Susceptibility to Alopecia Areata
Blood metabolites significantly influence alopecia areata risk.
research Alopecia Areata
The document concludes that alopecia areata is an unpredictable autoimmune hair loss condition with no cure, but various treatments exist that require personalized approaches.
research Research Trends and Hotspots in Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Bibliometric Study
Future research on female pattern hair loss should focus on treatment effectiveness, safety, and understanding causes.
research PA30 Evaluation of markers of inflammation and oxidative stress in patients with premature canities
Premature canities is linked to low vitamin D and B12, family history, and higher MHR.
research Recent Advances in Understanding of the Etiopathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Management of Hair Loss Diseases
New understanding and treatments for hair loss are improving, but more research is needed.
research Interleukin gene polymorphisms and alopecia areata: A systematic review and meta-analysis
A mutation in the IL2RA gene increases the risk of alopecia areata.
research Exploring the role of CYP19A1 single nucleotide polymorphisms in the pathogenesis of female pattern hair loss
Certain gene changes and hormone levels are linked to female hair loss.
research Selenium for preventing cancer
Selenium supplements do not prevent cancer and may increase certain health risks.
research Acne as a chronic systemic disease
Acne is a chronic disease linked to various systemic conditions and has significant psychological and social effects.
research Crystalline Cataract and Uncombable Hair
The study found no common cause for a girl's crystalline cataract and uncombable hair, suggesting their co-occurrence might be coincidental.
research Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur syndrome associated with androgen insensitivity syndrome (testicular feminization)
A woman had both Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur syndrome, causing hair loss, and complete androgen insensitivity syndrome, making her genetically male but physically female. This suggests androgens don't affect the hair loss condition.
research Androgenetic, Diffuse and Senescent Alopecia in Men: Practical Evaluation and Management
The conclusion is that treatments like finasteride and minoxidil can prevent baldness progression and improve hair density, but more research is needed on other therapies.
research HLA-B27 Antigen in Women With Ankylosing Spondylitis
Most women with ankylosing spondylitis tested positive for HLA-B27, suggesting it's useful for diagnosis.
research Symptomatology of Long COVID Associated with Inherited and Acquired Thrombophilic Conditions: A Systematic Review
Thrombophilic conditions may worsen Long COVID symptoms due to increased blood clotting.
research Interleukins gene polymorphism in alopecia areata patients: a systematic review
Certain gene variations are linked to alopecia areata.
research Analysis of Vitamin D Receptor (VDR) Gene Polymorphisms in Alopecia Areata
Vitamin D receptor gene changes don't affect alopecia areata risk.