Relationship of Hypothyroidism with Alopecia Areata and Androgenetic Alopecia: Insights from a Two-Sample Mendelian Randomization Study.
Gongjie ZhangXinlyu HuangHanlin LiHuizi GongYa Bin ZhouFang LiuPublished in: Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology (2024)
The results show hypothyroidism causally associated with AA onset, but not AGA. These findings address contentious issues in observational studies. Comprehensive thyroid function assessments are crucial for AA patients, emphasizing thorough clinical examinations' importance.