Serum trace element levels and alopecia areata: Evidence on the need for specific interventions
Nivel sérico de oligoelementos y alopecia areata: Evidencia sobre la necesidad de intervenciones específicas
Abstract
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease associated with zinc and vitamin D deficiencies. A recent meta-analysis found lower levels of these micronutrients in affected patients, suggesting a potential benefit from supplementation. However, higher-quality evidence is needed to confirm its effectiveness, especially given the possible systemic complications and the need for context-specific approaches.Downloads
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2025-03-22
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Duque-Mendoza, D. E., Correa-caballero, L. M., Guarin-Muñoz, A., Tamayo-Giraldo, M. C., & Ortega-Sierra, M. (2025). Serum trace element levels and alopecia areata: Evidence on the need for specific interventions: Nivel sérico de oligoelementos y alopecia areata: Evidencia sobre la necesidad de intervenciones específicas. Peruvian Journal of Health Care and Global Health, 9(1), 45–46. Retrieved from http://revista.uch.edu.pe/index.php/hgh/article/view/316
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