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      community Vitamin Deficiency: “Severely” Low on Vitamin D

      in Update  15 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experiencing significant hair loss found they had a severe vitamin D deficiency and was prescribed 50,000IU vitamin D pills, likely to be taken weekly. They are questioning if the deficiency could be the cause of their hair loss and if correcting it could stop the shedding and improve hair recovery.

      community 18M- doctor surprised to see how I am still able to move

      in Treatment  27 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair thinning and the potential role of vitamin D deficiency in hair loss, with suggestions to take vitamin D3 supplements. The user also mentions having diffuse thinning and a slightly receding hairline.

      community Scalp inflammation let’s talk about it?

      in Chat  11 upvotes 10 months ago
      Scalp inflammation can cause hair thinning and may be related to diet, infections, or conditions like psoriasis. Treatments suggested include using Nizoral shampoo and checking vitamin levels.

      community mbp alopecia areata or vitamin deficiency

      in Chat 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old male has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 8 months with no progress and is considering seeking a second opinion due to potential misdiagnosis. The discussion revolves around whether the hair loss is due to male pattern baldness, alopecia areata, or a vitamin deficiency.

      community Vitamin D deficiency - could it be the cause?

      in Update  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and has a vitamin D deficiency, which they suspect might be causing the issue, but they are also considering androgenic alopecia (AGA) as a cause. They are currently using minoxidil and are unable to get finasteride prescribed, while others suggest addressing the vitamin D deficiency and consulting a dermatologist.

      community Clinical efficacy of popular oral supplements for AA

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 5 years ago
      Vitamins and minerals like vitamin E, zinc, and iron may aid hair growth, especially in cases of deficiency. Pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, horsetail, and AminoMar show some promise for improving hair health and count.

      community Blood test and low vitamine D what now ?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 20-year-old with thinning hair has low vitamin D and normal testosterone. They are prescribed oral minoxidil and vitamin D, and are questioning if finasteride is also necessary.

      community Woman with hairloss, want to hear from other women with same problem

      in Female  4 upvotes 9 years ago
      A woman experiencing hair loss is trying iron, biotin, and B12 supplements, increasing meat intake, and improving hydration to address her condition. Another person suggests checking vitamin D levels, stress, thyroid, and hormones, and recommends seeing a dermatologist for a proper diagnosis.

      community Diffuse thinning hair texture changes

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experiencing diffuse thinning since age 18 describes their hair as unhealthy, dry, thin, and hard, with texture changes cycling between good and bad every few weeks. They are not on any medication, only taking vitamins and supplements.

      community Alternative Approach to Hair Loss: an n=1 Experiment in Bioenergetics

       7 upvotes 6 years ago
      The post discusses a holistic, bioenergetic approach to hair loss, focusing on diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes rather than traditional treatments like finasteride or minoxidil. Key dietary recommendations include fruits, milk, potatoes, butter, coconut oil, eggs, oysters, liver, and gelatin, along with moderate exercise and lifestyle adjustments to reduce stress.

      community Considering quitting vegetarianism (telogen effluvium)

      in Female  3 upvotes 3 years ago
      A vegetarian with IBS is considering reintroducing fish to improve gut and hair health due to protein concerns. Suggestions include adding tofu, avoiding vegan protein shakes, and considering a more carb/fat dominant diet.

      community Update On Massages and Nutrient Intake at N2 Stabilization

      in Update  1 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user shared their experience with hair regrowth using a natural approach, including a good diet, multivitamins, pumpkin seed oil, and scalp massages, without using minoxidil or finasteride. They emphasize this method for those with stabilized hair loss around Norwood 1.5 - 2, noting satisfactory progress over a year.

      community Are carbohydrates needed for hair growth

      in Research/Science  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 47-year-old male experienced significant hair loss after losing 37 kg in 6 months on a low-carb diet and started taking biotin, zinc, iron, selenium, and spectral dcn-n. Replies suggest that while carbs are not directly needed for hair growth, they help regulate hormones and nutrient absorption, and rapid weight loss can also contribute to hair loss.

      community What hormones/vitamins should I test for?

      in General  51 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user plans to test for DHT, total testosterone, free testosterone, E2, SHBG, and prolactin while supplementing with vitamin D and monitoring ferritin levels. They are experiencing hairline thinning and are seeking advice on whether their approach is excessive or lacking.

      community Hair thinning and gut health

       5 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair thinning potentially linked to gut health issues and suggests biotin as a possible treatment. It also mentions that hair thinning could be due to male pattern baldness (MPB).

      community Severe Vitamin D deficiency?

      in Chat  15 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about severe Vitamin D deficiency and its potential link to hair loss. The user is already using oral finasteride, topical finasteride, and topical minoxidil for aggressive hair loss.

      community As in this research, i have seen many who advise a regular use of VitaminD, even if you are not deficient. Once i had read in tressless that mpb and Vitamin D might have a correlation. So could it be an a benefit to add this to your ongoing treatment plan?

      in Research/Science  83 upvotes 5 years ago
      People discussed using vitamin D supplements for hair loss, with some also using steroid injections, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, and zinc. Despite supplementation, one user noted no improvement in hair condition, but acknowledged the general health benefits of addressing vitamin D deficiency.

      community 31M - major hair shedding after weight loss + stopping vitamins — help!

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old male experienced hair shedding after rapid weight loss and stopping vitamins, despite using minoxidil and other supplements. He is considering Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin Seed Oil instead of finasteride due to trying for kids, and is concerned about high ferritin and DHEAS levels.

      community Supplements for Health hair as for Gemini & Grok

      in Chat  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses various supplements and vitamins like Vitamin D3, K2, Biotin, Iron, Zinc, and B Vitamins for improving hair health. It also mentions a combination of Tocotrienols, Pycnogenol, Saw Palmetto, Pumpkin Seed Oil, Stinging Nettle, and Myricetin for stabilizing hair, with Saw Palmetto, Pygeum, and Stinging Nettle noted for thickening hair despite side effects.

      community Iron deficiency, couple of months on iron supplements

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss and regrowth, with the original poster discussing iron deficiency and using iron supplements. Other users mention treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and hair care products for managing symptoms.