53 citations
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January 1953 in “The journal of nutrition/The Journal of nutrition” Newborn mice need colostrum for zinc to grow normally.
11 citations
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January 2022 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Alopecia areata is a chronic condition causing hair loss, with new treatments targeting the immune system showing promise.
December 2016 in “Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences” Chronic Acrodermatitis Enteropathica can persist into adulthood and requires careful zinc treatment.
27 citations
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March 2012 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Taking zinc supplements can help improve or cure hair loss caused by zinc deficiency.
30 citations
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June 2006 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Oral zinc sulphate reduces dark hair color in mice.
35 citations
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January 2006 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Zinc can help with some skin problems, but its effectiveness varies depending on the condition.
165 citations
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January 2014 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” Zinc is effective for treating various skin conditions, including warts and acne.
21 citations
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June 2011 in “Journal of child neurology” Valproic acid and carbamazepine do not change biotin or biotinidase levels but may lower zinc levels, still within normal range.
2 citations
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January 1977 in “PubMed”
June 2023 in “Italian journal of dermatology and venereology” The oral supplement improved hair loss in patients with telogen effluvium.
14 citations
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October 2020 in “Natural Products and Bioprospecting” Various treatments, including FDA-approved drugs, natural products, and oral supplements, can help with hair loss, but a patient's medical history and potential allergies should be considered when choosing a treatment.
March 1997 in “Medical Molecular Morphology” Zinc deficiency causes early scalp hair damage that recovers slower than skin symptoms.
182 citations
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October 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The 2003 guidelines suggest that while some treatments can regrow hair in alopecia areata, none alter the disease's progression, and wigs may be the best option for extensive hair loss.
112 citations
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July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Folliculitis decalvans is a rare scalp condition causing scarring hair loss, treated with long-term antibiotics and other medications, but it often comes back and is hard to manage.
41 citations
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September 2018 in “Australasian journal of dermatology” No systemic treatment for alopecia areata has strong evidence of effectiveness.
88 citations
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June 2009 in “Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine” To manage diffuse hair loss, identify the cause, improve nutrition, remove triggers, and use specific treatments like minoxidil or finasteride.
18 citations
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January 2004 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Skin problems in older people can indicate hormonal diseases, nutritional deficiencies, or conditions like diabetes, menopause, and HIV.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries” Telogen Effluvium is a common hair loss condition, particularly in women, with no specific FDA-approved treatment, and recovery can take up to 18 months.
November 2025 in “American Journal of Case Reports” Genetic testing is crucial for diagnosing and treating acrodermatitis enteropathica effectively.
November 2024 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport” Microneedling, PRP therapy, and pharmacological treatments show promise for hair loss, but more research is needed.
3 citations
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April 2022 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Different methods, including stress management, healthy diet, supplements, and treatments like minoxidil, can help hair grow back after COVID-19 related hair loss.
65 citations
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January 2009 in “Annals of Dermatology” Zinc supplements increased zinc levels in some hair loss patients but didn't significantly improve hair growth.
5 citations
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March 2012 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” A woman experienced temporary hair loss after taking albendazole, which resolved on its own within 3 months.
May 2026 in “Scientific and Technical Bulletin оf State Scientific Research Control Institute of Veterinary Medical Products and Fodder Additives аnd Institute of Animal Biology” Zinc carbonate nanoparticles are not irritating or absorbed by the skin.
4 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of microbial & biochemical technology” Biotin helps regulate proteins in the blood, which may explain its role in hair growth.
March 2014 in “CRC Press eBooks” Some nutrients and antioxidants may improve skin and hair health, but more research is needed to confirm these benefits.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Centella asiatica extract taken orally can reduce skin aging from UVB exposure.
24 citations
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June 2010 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Taking too many vitamin and mineral supplements can cause serious health problems.
January 2014 in “Michigan telecommunications and technology law review” Zinc deficiency in alcoholic cirrhosis patients causes skin issues, and zinc treatment improves symptoms.
1 citations
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February 2017 in “MOJ bioequivalence & bioavailability” Treating hair loss effectively may require a multi-sided approach, using different treatments together, and topical treatments could be more effective and safer than oral ones.