Prevalence of Thyroid Dysfunction in Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study

The user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride and minoxidil, possibly due to slight hypothyroidism and borderline vitamin D deficiency. They have started treating these conditions but have not yet seen improvement.

A female experienced hair loss due to low iron and an undiagnosed thyroid issue, specifically Hashimoto's, and saw improvement after starting thyroid medication, iron supplements, and making lifestyle changes. She emphasizes the importance of addressing the root cause and shares her journey to regrowth and emotional recovery.

OP believes RU58841 affected their thyroid, causing hypothyroidism and impacting minoxidil's effectiveness. They plan to start thyroid medication to improve hair regrowth.

Hair loss may be linked to thyroid issues, with some individuals noticing changes in hair texture when taking substances affecting the thyroid. Treatments mentioned include a topical mix of finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin, along with microneedling.

A 25-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning is advised to address high TSH levels and low iron, and consider treatments like finasteride. Weight loss and improved diet are also suggested to potentially help with hair health.

The user has been using finasteride and oral minoxidil for two years without improvement in diffuse thinning and is considering switching to dutasteride and getting a scalp biopsy. Suggestions include treating subclinical hypothyroidism, trying PRP therapy, and checking for autoimmune issues.