Could Serum Ferritin Explain my Crazy Shedding? Treatment 12/7/2025
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 iron supplementation and are seeking additional solutions to address the shedding.
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