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    By Heidi Splete, Contributing Writer, July 1, 2023 Nutritional supplements appeal to many individuals as an alternative or additive treatment for skin and hair ailments, but evidence to support the effectiveness of many of these products remains inconsistent. DermWorld reviews three common products — biotin, collagen supplements, and probiotics — that many of your patients may be using, with or without your knowledge, and offers expert comments on pros, cons, and cautions. Biotin deficiency is rare, and

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    • Three common supplements — #biotin, collagen supplements, and probiotics — are reviewed in #DermWorld by board-certified dermatologists to identify the pros, cons, and cautions for each when used as alternative skin care treatments. https://t.co/LfVNxBRdik https://t.co/W6CrkqZAsx

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    Supplements and the skin - 10 month(s) ago

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    • Three common supplements — #biotin, collagen supplements, and probiotics — are reviewed in #DermWorld by board-certified dermatologists to identify the pros, cons, and cautions for each when used as alternative skin care treatments. https://t.co/LfVNxBRdik https://t.co/FyrqqkCZy1

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    This week’s edition of the Mainstream Patient features stories about understanding scalp psoriasis, biotin shampoos for healthier hair, azelaic acid for acne and rosacea treatment, and more.

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    • This week's edition of the Mainstream Patient features stories about understanding #ScalpPsoriasis, #biotin shampoos for healthier hair, #AzelaicAcid for #acne and #rosacea treatment, and more. https://t.co/7FwuTWtji6

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    Read the November 17, 2021 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on biotin supplementation for hair and nail health.

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    • "When patients ask me about #biotin supplementation for their hair or nails, the usual question is what dose they should take, not whether or not it has any value. Among U.S. adults, the prevalence of biotin has increased greatly...” #dermtwitter https://t.co/wohoZh0Lx9 https://t.co/HHQSamDOAy

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    Read the November 17, 2021 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on biotin supplementation for hair and nail health.

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    • "When patients ask me about #biotin supplementation for their hair or nails, the usual question is what dose they should take, not whether or not it has any value. Among U.S. adults, the prevalence of biotin has increased greatly...” #dermtwitter https://t.co/wohoZh0Lx9 https://t.co/vmw9Md7nb7

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    This Teachable Moment examines a case of woman in her 60s whose biotin levels interfered with laboratory assays, suggesting hyperthyroidism, or Graves disease.

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    • #Biotin interferes with many labs, particularly #thyroid & reproductive hormones, proteins, & vitamins, causing false results. Remember to use labs to support clinical suspicion, not dictate action. Heres a great case describing it. #EndoTwitter https://t.co/l5HJeVtTbT

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    This week’s edition of The Mainstream Patient features stories about purchasing non-toxic sunscreen, biologics for psoriasis, biotin for hair growth, “bacne”, plus more.

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    • This week’s edition of the #MainstreamPatient features stories about purchasing non-toxic #sunscreen, #biologics for #psoriasis, #biotin for #hairgrowth, "bacne", plus more. https://t.co/6wBMMNrXiW https://t.co/0jHq6l4tFB

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    It’s time we dispel this vitamin’s myths once and for all.

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    • Searches about the benefits of #Biotin have skyrocketed in the last year. It begs the question: Do people need supplemental biotin and how does it affect their health? To all of our #Derms out there - what would you say if a patient inquired about biotin? https://t.co/TWPP3xhXjJ