which vitamin D test should one take before starting hair treatment ? 8/7/2020
Vitamin D tests like D2, D3, and 25-hydroxyvitamin D are discussed before starting hair treatment. Vitamin D can be obtained from food, but overdose has side effects.
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Hair loss is likely due to male pattern baldness, not vitamin D deficiency. Taking 60k vitamin D tablets weekly is not recommended; 2k per day is sufficient.
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