It can also be caused by autoimmune diseases, like alopecia areata
L-Carnitine deficiency is often seen in chronic haemodialysis patients, and in consequence, it has been termed a conditionally essential metabolite ('metabimin')
Lab review before starting: A baseline IGF-1, fasting glucose, and (where indicated) a thyroid panel sets the framework for response tracking
Autoimmunity: High B12 is seen in autoimmune alopecia areata, where the immune system attacks follicles
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Human evidence limited to case reports and extrapolation from wound healing research