Retrospective Analysis of Nutrition Status for Asian Female Pattern Hair Loss Patients

    September 2017
    A. Kaneko
    Image of study
    TLDR Iron and zinc deficiencies may be treated to help female hair loss.
    This study analyzed the nutrition status of Asian female pattern hair loss (FPHL) patients and found that iron deficiency and zinc insufficiency were present in a significant number of patients. The study suggests that addressing these nutritional deficiencies may be a potential treatment option for FPHL patients who are not good candidates for surgery. Further studies are needed to clarify the significance of these abnormalities so that specific nutritional recommendations can be made.
    Discuss this study in the Community →

    Research cited in this study

    13 / 13 results

    Related Community Posts Join

    6 / 1000+ results

      community Which vitamin deficiencies can lead to hair loss?

      in Chat  69 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses potential vitamin deficiencies leading to hair loss, with a focus on Vitamin D and iron. Some individuals are using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, while others consider vitamin supplementation due to deficiencies.

      community C’est terrible - at my wits end

      in Female  449 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

      community I lost the fight against MPB at age 22 despite being on treatments.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  72 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user "ajsr8" shared their story of hair loss despite being on treatments. They started using finasteride in 2019 and later tried topical minoxidil, but it didn't seem to work. They also experienced side effects from other treatments. They are considering cutting off their hair and stopping the medications if there is no improvement in three months. Other users suggested trying different treatments and getting a blood test to check for underlying conditions.

      community Please take a vitamin & hormone test

      in Chat  256 upvotes 1 week ago
      Checking vitamin and hormone levels is important for addressing hair loss, as deficiencies in vitamin D, zinc, and iron can affect hair growth. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin supplements are used, but addressing deficiencies is crucial for effectiveness.

    Related Research

    1 / 1 results