December 2005 in “Journal of Marine Fisheries” Telogen effluvium causes temporary hair loss, often triggered by stress or health issues, with hair usually regrowing over time.
January 2005 in “Veterinarski glasnik” The dog's hair discoloration was due to low zinc and hypothyroidism, not the medication.
June 1998 in “Pathophysiology” Selenium is crucial for health, but both deficiency and excess can cause problems.
July 1993 in “学術講演梗概集. A, 材料施工,防火,海洋,情報システム技術” Evaluate prolactin levels with androgen and thyroid tests to rule out endocrine issues in patients with SAHA syndrome symptoms.
January 1992 in “Research Online (University of Wollongong)” Dietary linoleic acid may help reduce hyperthyroidism effects.
January 1984 in “Isotopenpraxis Isotopes in Environmental and Health Studies” Trace element levels in hair differ in people with thyroid diseases.
January 1980 in “Journal of the Japan Veterinary Medical Association” Iodine deficiency in sows likely caused hair loss in newborn piglets.
Hair loss should be medically treated, as non-medical treatments are ineffective and hair loss can indicate serious health issues.
The document concludes that most hair loss treatments don't work, balding isn't caused by dandruff, and hair loss may indicate serious health issues that require medical attention.
December 1963 in “Bulletin of Experimental Biology and Medicine” Radioiodine-131 significantly accumulates in skin and hair.
October 1961 in “Archives of Dermatology” Reassurance is important for postpartum hair shedding as it likely won't cause complete baldness.
July 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Lab tests for female hair loss have unclear usefulness; consider based on symptoms.
January 2023 in “Skinmed” The document suggests managing female pattern hair loss by checking and correcting B12, folate, and thyroid levels, and considering an androgen profile if there are signs of excess androgen.
July 2022 in “Dermatologica Sinica” Many women with hair loss also have zinc deficiency, iron depletion, or thyroid issues.
Hair loss in women can be caused by genetics, menopause, certain health conditions, and emotional stress, and it often results in thinner hair and a changing hairline.
August 2002 in “Zeitschrift für Hautkrankheiten” Female pattern hair loss affects crown, increases with age, and has limited treatments.
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June 2009 in “Current drug metabolism” Tyrosine kinase inhibitors effectively treat cancers but often cause skin and other side effects.
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July 2015 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Every elderly patient had at least one skin condition, often linked to other diseases, highlighting the need for integrated skin and general healthcare in the elderly.
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June 2024 in “Clinical Reviews in Allergy & Immunology” People with Down syndrome have a higher risk of autoimmune diseases, so early detection and care are important.
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November 2016 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” PAS III can cause multiple autoimmune diseases with noticeable skin issues.
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January 2025 in “JAAD reviews.” Children with vitiligo may have other health issues like skin, thyroid, and mental health problems.
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May 2022 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Low ferritin and high Anti TPO levels are linked to early hair greying.
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January 2016 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” A hidden autoimmune syndrome was found during a shock, showing thyroid, adrenal, and ovarian issues.
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March 2015 in “Hepatitis Monthly” A woman's hair loss during Hepatitis C treatment with PEG-INF-a-2a and Ribavirin was reversible after stopping the medication.
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July 2014 in “Our Dermatology Online” Contact immunotherapy can cause vitiligo in patients with autoimmune conditions.
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February 2014 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” High levels of prolactin in the blood can be linked to widespread hair loss.
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March 2001 in “Environmental Health Perspectives” Small hormonal imbalances can cause significant health problems, so more sensitive testing for hormone-disrupting chemicals is needed.
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July 2025 in “Middle East Fertility Society Journal” Autoimmune markers may help diagnose and manage PCOS.
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January 2016 in “Revista Brasileira de Higiene e Sanidade Animal” Combining lab tests with clinical observations is crucial for diagnosing hormonal skin issues in dogs.
April 2026 in “Boletín Médico Del Hospital Infantil de México (English Edition)” Most kids with alopecia areata have other health issues, often allergies or skin conditions.