systematic_review
    2014

    Zinc and dermatologic disease including seborrheic dermatitis: a systematic review

    Gupta M, Mahajan VK, Mehta KS, Chauhan PS

    Published in Dermatology Research and Practice

    Methodology

    Systematic review of clinical evidence for zinc in inflammatory and infectious dermatoses including seborrheic dermatitis and scalp inflammation.

    Key Findings

    Zinc pyrithione and oral zinc showed benefit in seborrheic dermatitis and acne, with weaker evidence in other scalp conditions.

    Conclusions

    Zinc supports scalp barrier and antimicrobial defence.

    Limitations

    Mostly topical evidence; oral data limited.

    Supplements Studied

    Zinc
    Mineral

    Zinc pyrithione and oral zinc showed benefit in seborrheic dermatitis and acne

    Outcomes Measured

    Scalp Health

    Zinc pyrithione and oral zinc showed benefit in seborrheic dermatitis and acne

    Related Health Concerns

    Seborrheic Dermatitis

    Study Details

    Year:2014
    Duration:12 weeks
    Quality Score:6/10

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