Addressing hair loss by checking vitaminD and iron levels is crucial before adding more treatments. Supplementing these deficiencies can significantly reduce shedding.
A user is experiencing hair regrowth after treating vitaminD, B12, and B9 deficiencies, noticing some improvement after 9 months. They are unsure if further improvement will occur or if they have reached the end of progress, with a possibility of androgenetic alopecia (AGA) being suggested.
Vitamin deficiencies, particularly in vitamins A, B, C, D, and minerals like iron, zinc, and copper, can lead to hair loss. Dietary changes, such as eating more nutrient-rich foods, can improve hair health.
Checking vitamin and hormone levels is important for addressing hair loss, as deficiencies in vitaminD, zinc, and iron can affect hair growth. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin supplements are used, but addressing deficiencies is crucial for effectiveness.
A user is trying to reverse hair loss using vitamins E and D, jojoba oil, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and microneedling, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil. They plan to use Alpecin shampoo and will provide updates on the effectiveness of this regimen.
Dustaride doesn't require avoiding any vitamins, but checking vitaminD levels and supplementing if deficient is suggested. Hair vitamins are generally unnecessary unless there's a deficiency.
The user plans to test for DHT, total testosterone, free testosterone, E2, SHBG, and prolactin while supplementing with vitaminD and monitoring ferritin levels. They are experiencing hairline thinning and are seeking advice on whether their approach is excessive or lacking.
An 18-year-old with diffuse hair thinning is considering switching from a topical Minoxidil 10% + Finasteride 0.1% solution to Minoxidil 5% foam and oral Finasteride 0.5mg, while also addressing vitaminD deficiency and potential scalp inflammation. Users suggest using Nizoral shampoo for inflammation, considering dutasteride for better results, and maintaining vitaminD levels to protect hair follicles from DHT.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and exploring additional vitamins and supplements like vitaminD, zinc, biotin, and omega-3 to support hair health. Users suggest getting a blood panel to identify deficiencies and emphasize the importance of protein and overall nutrition.
A user's experience with early balding and their regimen of finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, vitaminD, and biotin to treat it. Another user asked if the minoxidil had helped with regrowth before they started using it.
A user shared their 7-month hair regrowth progress using Minoxidil, Dutasteride, daily microneedling, and 9 vitamins, including vitamin E, D, C, B12, biotin, omega 3, and zinc. They also massage their scalp daily and use baby shampoo.
This conversation is about a 40 year old male who has been using Dutasteride every other day, Minoxidil once daily, micro needling roughly every other week, Nizoral twice a week and vitamins to help with hair loss. The user experienced a shed at 7 months but noted improvement since then and was looking to fill in the gaps around their temples more. Others discussed potential side effects of Finasteride versus Dutasteride and suggested a hair transplant as well as questioned whether or not micro needling works alone.
A 40 year old male using Dutasteride every other day, Minoxidil once daily, micro needling roughly every other week, Nizoral twice a week and taking vitamins and biotin, with results showing hair darkening. The conversation includes discussion of side effects experienced by the user, as well as potential alternative treatments such as finasteride or RU58841.
A user recovered their crown using finasteride, dermarolling, and vitamins, and had a hair transplant for their hairline. They experienced no side effects from finasteride except increased libido and also take zinc, biotin, trace minerals, kelp, and vitaminD.
A user shared their one-month progress using finasteride 1mg, oral minoxidil 5mg, biotin, zinc, iron, omega, and vitaminsD and E. Other users noted good results but suggested only finasteride and minoxidil are necessary.
A user shared their experience with hair loss and recommended supplements like magnesium, vitaminD, vitamin C, zinc, iron, and protein, along with using a dermaroller. They noted benefits such as accelerated fat loss, muscle growth, better digestion, increased testosterone, and improved hair and skin quality.
The user is using 5% topical minoxidil, 1mg oral finasteride, biotin, vitaminD, zinc, and microneedling for hair loss. They report no sexual side effects and feel their libido may have increased.
An 18-year-old has been using 5% topical minoxidil for 2 months for hair loss, with a history of vitaminD deficiency and thyroid imbalance. Users suggest starting finasteride and blocking DHT for androgenetic alopecia (AGA).
The user started using VitaminD, Vitamin B, Finasteride 1 mg twice a week, and a combination of Minoxidil and Finasteride 3% two months ago for hair regrowth. They are seeking feedback on their progress.
An 18-year-old male is experiencing significant hair shedding, particularly from the back of his head, despite normal blood test results except for slightly low vitaminD. A dermatologist prescribed minoxidil for receding temples, but the cause of the shedding remains unclear.
The post discusses potential links between low vitaminD levels and hair loss, and how correcting this might impact the effectiveness of Minoxidil and Finasteride treatments. The responses vary, with some suggesting that vitaminD deficiency would cause overall scalp hair loss, while others believe it would first affect the most sensitive areas.
Hair loss theory suggests imbalance between VitaminD Receptor (VDR) and Androgen Receptor (AR) activation. Proposed treatment includes upregulating VDR, downregulating AR, and improving mitochondrial health.
The conversation discusses hair thinning and the potential role of vitaminD deficiency in hair loss, with suggestions to take vitamin D3 supplements. The user also mentions having diffuse thinning and a slightly receding hairline.
The user reduced their finasteride dosage and added vitaminD due to deficiency, questioning if this change could cause hair shedding. Another user suggests shedding is unlikely with this dosage change, but more likely with a stronger drug like dutasteride.
Adding vitamins like zinc, iron, biotin, and vitaminD to finasteride and minoxidil may help with hair loss. Some users are skeptical about the study's validity due to its precise numbers.
The user noticed hair regrowth after supplementing with vitaminD, magnesium, zinc, and vitamin B12, alongside using minoxidil for 3 years. They observed a lower hairline and improved density, supported by photographic evidence.
The conversation discusses which vitamins to take alongside 0.5mg finasteride for hair loss, with suggestions including a multivitamin, iron, zinc, B12, vitaminD, Nutrafol, collagen, vitamin C, saw palmetto, and magnesium. Nutrafol is noted for its benefits but also criticized for containing too much biotin.
A 30-year-old woman with a history of anemia and low vitaminD experienced hair shedding, which improved after addressing nutrient deficiencies. Despite regrowth of terminal hairs, her dermatologist recommended treatments like minoxidil and spironolactone to prevent future bald spots, but she is cautious due to family history of hormone-related cancers.
The user has been using Finasteride 1mg daily for over 6 months, experiencing decreased shedding and denser hair, and is considering adding Minoxidil to their regimen. They also addressed a past vitaminD deficiency with supplements and are hopeful for continued hair regrowth.
The user has been experiencing hair loss since having COVID and has low vitaminD levels; they are seeing some improvement in their crown and hairline after starting vitaminD supplements. Commenters suggest the hair loss pattern is consistent with male pattern baldness (MPD) and varies by individual.