Dutasteride may affect testosterone levels, leading to high ferritin and iron levels, which can cause hair loss. High ferritin might be linked to past heavy drinking or hemochromatosis.
The conversation discusses using green tea, saw palmetto, horsetail, and zinc supplements for hair regrowth. One user criticizes the avoidance of finasteride.
The user is experiencing significant hair shedding and suspects it may be due to low serum ferritin levels rather than worsening androgenetic alopecia. They have resumed ironsupplementation and are seeking additional solutions to address the shedding.
The conversation is about a user planning to start minoxidil treatment and considering increasing zinc intake to improve testosterone and libido. They are concerned about potential hair loss due to increased testosterone and are advised to consider magnesium supplementation and the effects of DHT if not on finasteride or dutasteride.
Iron and zinc vitamins helped improve hairline regrowth for someone with celiac disease. Nutrient deficiencies, like iron, can contribute to hair loss, especially around the temples.
A 20-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has low levels of Vitamin D, B12, and iron. They are seeking advice on vitamin D supplementation, despite no family history of hair loss.
The user shares their experience with hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride, and discusses the side effects like lowered libido and motivation. They recommend trying tyrosine to counter these effects, noting it improved their libido and energy levels.
A user with PCOS experienced hair loss and found success using a triple dose of O.N.E Omega by Pure Encapsulations after discovering low Omega fatty acids. Biotin provided minimal improvement, but the Omega supplement significantly restored hair.
A 36-year-old man with androgenetic alopecia suspects copper and zinc deficiencies may be accelerating hair loss and is supplementing copper to address this. He is also monitoring blood sugar levels due to previous prediabetes concerns and plans to test for insulin resistance.
Taking zinc and copper may offset copper depletion and potentially aid hair health when used with finasteride. The user is considering whether to use these supplements alongside finasteride or wait until switching to dutasteride.
A user found out they are vitamin D deficient and was prescribed high-dose vitamin D supplements, asking if others had similar experiences and if it improved their hair. Some shared improved mood and testosterone levels after treatment, while another combined vitamin D supplements with finasteride due to family history of baldness.
The user is experiencing severe hair loss due to gut malabsorption and is seeking advice on nutrient testing and supplementation. They have low Vitamin D and Ferritin levels and are asking for recommendations on additional nutrients and blood tests to consider.
The user is taking 1mg Dutasteride, 2.5mg oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil, 28mg iron, vitamin D3 + K2, and Selenium daily. They are concerned about their receding hairline despite good hair density and crown.
The conversation is about starting a hair loss treatment using a topical solution containing RU58841, Minoxidil, and Copper Peptides. The user plans to test the product and share updates on its effectiveness.
Using spirulina and chlorella to boost ferritin and iron levels reduced hair shedding by more than half in a month. The user found these natural supplements more effective than regular iron tablets for hair growth.
A 25-year-old woman is experiencing hair loss and is unsure if it's due to iron deficiency or female pattern baldness, as diagnosed by her dermatologist. She is considering using Minoxidil but is hesitant and seeks advice on whether increasing her iron levels could help.
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.
Taking curcumin, omega-3 fish oil, vitamin D, and theaflavin supplements significantly reduced hair fall. The user suggests others try these supplements and report their results.
The conversation is about recommending a biotin supplement that includes saw palmetto and possibly copper for hair loss. The user is seeking suggestions for these specific ingredients.
Low ferritin levels can affect hair density, and increasing ferritin through ironsupplements may help with regrowth. It's suggested to maintain ferritin levels between 70-100 ng/mL and check other micronutrients for optimal hair health.
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.
Iron or vitamin deficiencies can lead to decreased hair diameter, not just androgenetic alopecia. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of a multivitamin containing Zinc, Biotin, B12, B6, B2, B1, Vitamin D, and Iron for hair loss. The multivitamin is from a reliable but inexpensive brand in Brazil.
The conversation is about using finasteride for hair loss and considering supplements like ginseng or ashwagandha to boost testosterone levels. Concerns are raised about potential negative effects on hair due to increased DHT conversion, and it's suggested that natural testosterone boosters may not significantly impact those with already high testosterone levels.
A young woman, 23, is experiencing all-over hair thinning and has been using Minoxidil 5% foam, ironsupplements, and vitamin D with no improvement. She feels depressed and is seeking support and advice on what to try next.
A 26-year-old male with early hair thinning is using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and supplements for deficiencies in iron, B12, and vitamin D3. He is considering adding oral minoxidil to his treatment plan.
A 26-year-old male is using a combination of clomiphene, minoxidil, tadalafil, bupropion, and lisdexamfetamine to address low testosterone, ED, depression, and focus issues. He seeks input on the safety and efficacy of this regimen, which also includes magnesium, zinc, and fish oil supplements.
A user shared that taking vitamin E, specifically tocotrienols, seemed to reduce their hair shedding, and they are also using finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling for hair loss. Another user cautioned against high doses of vitamin E due to potential health risks.