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.
9 citations
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July 2014 in “PubMed” The review doesn't clearly say if biotin, caffeine, melatonin, a marine extract, and zinc are effective for treating hair loss.
67 citations
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July 2011 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” The document suggests a personalized treatment plan for alopecia areata based on the patient's age and hair loss severity, using a range of therapies ranked by effectiveness and safety.
48 citations
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January 2014 in “Dermatology Online Journal” New treatments for Dissecting cellulitis show promise, but more research is needed to understand the disease and establish a standard treatment plan.
39 citations
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September 2013 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Herbs can potentially treat hair loss by inhibiting a key enzyme and promoting hair growth, and deficiencies in zinc, biotin, and iron are linked to hair loss.
5 citations
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January 2019 in “Clinical Drug Investigation” Some off-label treatments increase hair density, but long-term safety unknown.
December 2022 in “Journal of Education, Health and Sport” COVID-19 can cause hair loss, often treated effectively with a combination of supplements and topical treatments.
October 2021 in “Interfaces Científicas” Nutricosmetics for hair treatment often contain biotin, pyridoxine, zinc, and other nutrients, but more research and professional guidance are needed for their use.
13 citations
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June 2020 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A rare scalp condition mainly in older women can be treated with various alternatives to steroids, which may have fewer side effects.
9 citations
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November 2014 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Many dermatologists in Saudi Arabia recommend vitamins and minerals for hair loss, often based on personal experience rather than strong evidence.
February 2025 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” A personalized combination treatment can effectively promote hair growth and stabilize hair loss in women with androgenetic alopecia.
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.
January 2022 in “International Journal of Nutrology” Diet and nutrients, including lycopene from tomatoes and hydroquinone from wheat, can help control melasma, a skin condition.
November 2008 in “Central Plains Medical Journal” Combining zinc with 2% minoxidil is effective for long-term treatment of hair loss.
June 2010 in “Chin J Postgrad Med” Using prednisone, zinc, and minoxidil together effectively treats hair loss with long-term benefits and is safe to use.
13 citations
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March 2012 in “The American Journal of Surgery” Modified laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy effectively controls diabetes and treats obesity with minimal complications.
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.
March 2025 in “Egyptian Journal of Animal Health” Zinc deficiency causes parakeratosis in buffalo calves, and supplementation improves symptoms.
50 citations
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May 1985 in “The journal of pediatrics/The Journal of pediatrics” Biotin deficiency in patients on total parenteral nutrition can cause serious symptoms but can be treated with biotin supplements.
2 citations
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September 2023 in “Scientific reports” The nanocomposite films with vitamins and nanoparticles are promising for fast and effective burn wound healing.
June 2024 in “The Open dermatology journal” The herbal extract is as effective and safe as 3% minoxidil for treating hair loss.
10 citations
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August 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Most patients with telogen effluvium had low iron and vitamin D levels; iron supplements were commonly prescribed.
28 citations
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September 1986 in “Pediatric dermatology” Zinc therapy improved hair health in a girl with acrodermatitis enteropathica.
23 citations
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March 1989 in “The Veterinary clinics of North America. Food animal practice” Llamas often have skin issues like mange, bacterial infections, and allergies, with some treatable by zinc.
5 citations
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September 1991 in “Veterinary dermatology” Pygmy goats with seborrhoeic dermatitis showed skin symptoms and temporary improvement with corticosteroids, but the cause and inheritance of the disease remain unknown.
October 2025 in “Indian Journal of Paediatric Dermatology” Zinc treatment improved skin and hair issues in a boy with a zinc-related condition.
60 citations
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January 2014 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” Nanotechnology in dermatology shows promise for better drug delivery and treatment effectiveness but requires more safety research.
15 citations
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January 2016 in “Przeglad Menopauzalny” Eating a balanced diet with specific nutrients is important for menopausal women to manage hair loss.
8 citations
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January 2011 in “International journal of trichology” Accurate diagnosis of APL is crucial to avoid unnecessary treatments.
1 citations
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September 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Malassezia yeast plays a key role in dandruff and seborrhoeic dermatitis.