3 citations
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June 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Lower pH straighteners change hair more but weaken it.
1 citations
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June 2022 in “Zagazig Veterinary Journal/Zagazig Veterinary Journal (Online)” Alopecia in dogs is often caused by mange, flea and tick infestations, and nutritional deficiencies, especially in males and young dogs.
Homeopathy may help treat hair loss and improve quality of life.
February 2018 in “Archivio Istituzionale della Ricerca (Universita Degli Studi Di Milano)” Ferroportin in macrophages is crucial for hair growth and skin healing by managing iron distribution.
December 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The patient accepted her hair loss and adapted by wearing a wig and tattooing her eyebrows.
July 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Lab tests for female hair loss have unclear usefulness; consider based on symptoms.
62 citations
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January 2013 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Low iron and vitamin D levels are linked to hair loss in women.
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January 2009 in “PubMed” Low iron levels are linked to hair loss in women.
13 citations
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October 2013 in “Dermatologic Therapy” ATE is linked to FAA, and treatment depends on cause; minoxidil helps, finasteride may worsen.
4 citations
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March 2019 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Low iron levels may be linked to hair loss in non-menopausal women.
February 2018 in “The American Journal of Gastroenterology” High-dose iron therapy improves anemia without affecting IBD treatment.
Iron and zinc deficiencies may be treated to help female hair loss.
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January 2016 in “Case Reports in Medicine” Iron therapy resolved uncooked rice cravings and symptoms in women with iron deficiency.
3 citations
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December 2001 in “Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine” Trichotillomania is a challenging-to-treat impulse-control disorder where individuals pull out their hair, more common in females, with some treatments showing benefits.
2 citations
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November 2022 in “Bioscience Reports” Polycystic ovary syndrome and iron overload share similar symptoms and can be potentially treated with blood removal, diet changes, and probiotics.
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August 2023 in “Cutis” Low ferritin levels can indicate iron deficiency as a cause of hair loss.
Iron deficiency worsens inflammatory skin diseases by disrupting iron balance and increasing inflammation.
October 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Iron balance is crucial for skin health, affecting conditions like psoriasis and hair loss.
September 2025 in “Romanian Journal of Medical Practice” Iron deficiency is linked to female pattern hair loss.
March 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Zinc, copper, and iron are important for skin health and may help diagnose skin diseases.
August 2023 in “Tzu Chi Medical Journal” Iron deficiency is the main cause of hair loss in women, and iron supplements started within 6 months can improve hair health.
June 2015 in “Journal of the turkish academy of dermatology” Eating the right foods is important for skin health and can help treat some skin conditions.
April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Telogen effluvium is a common hair loss condition where many hairs enter the resting phase, often not noticeable until significant loss occurs, and treatment focuses on the underlying cause.
240 citations
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February 2005 in “Diabetes Care” Patients need long-term care after bariatric surgery to manage potential nutritional and metabolic issues.
239 citations
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July 2002 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Low iron and L-lysine levels can cause hair loss in women, and increasing these nutrients can reduce hair shedding.
220 citations
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March 2020 in “Advanced functional materials” Biomaterials with MSC-derived substances could improve tissue repair and have advantages over direct cell therapy.
79 citations
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January 2017 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Correcting nutrient deficiencies may help with hair loss, but the benefits of supplements without a deficiency are uncertain and could be harmful.
70 citations
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June 2010 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Certain groups may need vitamin supplements to improve hair health and prevent other health problems.
67 citations
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Chronic Telogen Effluvium may resolve after years and is diagnosed by examining the patient's history and clinical signs, with treatment aimed at underlying causes and possibly minoxidil.
67 citations
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November 2002 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document concludes that careful evaluation is key to diagnose and treat women with hair loss, with tests for thyroid, iron, and hormones as needed.