A Case of Hair Structure Abnormality Associated with Iron Deficiency Anemia

January 2003 in “ Annals of Dermatology ”

Hyun Jin Kim, Woo‐Young Sim, Won Soo Lee

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TLDR Iron deficiency can cause hair abnormalities, but taking iron can fix them and stop hair loss.

The document reported a case where iron deficiency anemia was linked to a hair structure abnormality, specifically a fusiform and expanded node of the hair shaft. Although the mechanism was not fully understood, the study found that administering iron corrected the hair structure abnormality and stopped hair loss, suggesting a direct relationship between iron levels and hair health.

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community Can iron or other vitamin deficiency lead to a decrease in hair diameter? Or does this only occur in androgenetic alopecia?

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Iron or vitamin deficiencies can lead to decreased hair diameter, not just androgenetic alopecia. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

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The user experienced hair loss due to undiagnosed anemia and has been taking iron and vitamin D3 supplements, which improved their energy levels but not hair regrowth. They are seeking advice on additional treatments or steps to restore hair after iron deficiency anemia.

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A 39-year-old woman noticed hair thinning and found she has an iron deficiency, which may be linked to hair loss. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using spironolactone, and minoxidil.

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The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on iron supplements for low ferritin levels and considering finasteride and minoxidil if thinning persists. There is debate over starting with finasteride versus dutasteride, with some users advocating for dutasteride due to its potency, while others caution about potential side effects.

community Did I catch it early enough for coverage to return ? Minoxidil 90 days, topical fin 2 weeks.

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research A Case of Hair Structure Abnormality Associated with Iron Deficiency Anemia

January 2003 in “Annals of Dermatology”

Iron deficiency can cause hair abnormalities, but taking iron can fix them and stop hair loss.