MiR-761-Hepcidin/GPX4 Pathway Contributes to Unexplained Liver Dysfunction in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome by Regulating Liver Iron Overload and Ferroptosis

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.

The user is experiencing hair loss and is using finasteride while addressing low ferritin and copper levels. They are concerned about continued hair shedding and are advised to correct vitamin deficiencies and wait for finasteride results after 12 months.

Low ferritin levels may contribute to hair loss, and raising ferritin above 40 or 70 ng/mL might help with hair regrowth. Some users also consider zinc deficiency and absorption issues as potential factors.

Low ferritin can contribute to hair loss despite normal iron levels, and supplementing iron may help improve hair regrowth when using finasteride. Minoxidil might also aid in recovery, and optimal ferritin levels for hair growth are suggested to be 100+ ng/ml.

Low iron and ferritin levels can contribute to hair shedding, and low ferritin can reduce the effectiveness of finasteride. Supplementing iron and vitamin D can help improve hair growth and overall health.

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.