August 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Telogen effluvium is linked to deficiencies in iron, vitamin B12, and thyroid function.
January 2022 in “United Research Forum eBooks” Picky eating in children is linked to lower zinc levels and various nutritional deficiencies.
November 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Low iron levels are linked to certain types of hair loss.
Drumstick leaves extract with amla powder significantly improved anemia in adolescent girls.
May 2022 in “The Journal of Clinical Pharmacology” Metformin reduces certain hormone levels in men with early-onset hair loss.
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March 2016 in “Liver international” Men with advanced liver disease and high oestrone and low testosterone levels have worse health outcomes.
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February 2016 in “Arab journal of urology” People with early hair loss may have a higher chance of enlarged prostate and metabolic syndrome, so they should be checked for urinary and metabolic issues.
Serum iron levels should be checked, not just hemoglobin, for chronic diffuse hair loss in women.
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October 2013 in “Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation” Severe iron deficiency lowers fertility in female rats.
January 2023 in “International journal of dermatology, venereology and leprosy sciences” People with alopecia areata have different blood markers that suggest inflammation and immune system issues compared to healthy individuals.
January 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Skin tags in severely obese people may indicate higher blood pressure and diabetes risk.
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October 1988 in “Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice” Hair glycation can indicate long-term blood sugar trends in diabetics.
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October 2023 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Finasteride may worsen blood sugar control in diabetic patients.
May 2025 in “Research Journal of Biotechnology” Diabetes can cause hair thinning, increased hair loss, and changes in hair growth phases.
April 2019 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” An over-the-counter vitamin/mineral supplement improved hair loss and blood sugar control in a woman with non-classic 11-hydroxylase deficiency.
January 2019 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Stress, hypothyroidism, drug intake, and anemia are important factors in women's diffuse hair loss.
Iron supplements may reverse premature graying in iron-deficient individuals; ingrown nails are common in diabetics with certain risk factors; topical finasteride may reduce scalp DHT as effectively as oral finasteride; monilethrix treatment is challenging but some medications can help.
July 2008 in “International journal of psychophysiology” Cyproterone acetate is a safe treatment that causes mild feminizing effects in adolescent trans-girls.
Raising serum ferritin levels can improve symptoms like fatigue and hair loss, even if hemoglobin levels are normal.
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March 2021 in “Anaesthesia” Iron deficiency in women is common, often overlooked, and needs better recognition and treatment.
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June 2010 in “The journal of sexual medicine” Testosterone undecanoate increases lean mass and causes various physical changes in female-to-male transsexuals.
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September 2012 in “Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology Canada” Testosterone therapy seems safe for short-term use in postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but more research on long-term effects is needed.
August 2022 in “International Journal of Health Sciences (IJHS)” Low levels of zinc, ferritin, and vitamin B12 are linked to severe hair loss in pregnant women during their last two trimesters.
March 2022 in “International Journal of Current Science Research and Review” Chronic ketosis in cows causes appetite changes, anemia, skin issues, increased pulse, and biochemical imbalances.
Low serum ferritin levels are linked to specific types of hair loss in women.
January 2007 in “Pizhūhish va sāzandigī” Hairless guinea pigs are useful for research in allergies, skin tests, and diseases.
October 2022 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Hormonal imbalances contribute to female hair loss, and trichoscopy is a useful diagnostic tool.
January 2018 in “International Journal of Medical Research and Health Sciences” Finasteride reduces blood loss and the need for blood transfusions during and after TURP surgery.
Iron deficiency can cause hair loss and often signals underlying health issues.
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April 2006 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Iron deficiency may be related to hair loss, but there's not enough evidence to recommend iron screening or supplements for all hair loss patients.