Serum Vitamin D3 Levels and Diffuse Hair Fall Among the Student Population in South India: A Case-Control Study

January 2016

Kashinath Nayak, Aaina Garg, Prasanna Mithra, Poornima Manjrekar

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TLDR Low Vitamin D3 levels are linked to hair loss in female students in South India.

In a case-control study conducted among the student population in South India, researchers found a significant association between Vitamin D3 deficiency and diffuse hair fall. The study included 44 young adults, with 22 participants experiencing hair fall of more than 100 strands a day (cases) and 22 age-matched healthy individuals (controls). The mean age of participants was 20.89 years. Results showed that 81.8% of the cases had Vitamin D deficiency compared to 45.5% of the controls, with a statistically significant difference (P = 0.007). Female students in particular exhibited significantly lower levels of Vitamin D3 in cases compared to controls. The study did not find significant differences in Vitamin D3 levels based on ethnicity or the use of full sleeve clothing, sunscreen lotion, and sun exposure. None of the cases had normal Vitamin D levels, while 4.5% of controls did. The study concluded that there is a significant correlation between low Vitamin D3 levels and diffuse hair fall in female students.

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community Does vitamin D deficiency actually cause hair loss? Has anyone actually grew back hair after fixing vitamin d levels?

in Chat 65 upvotes 2 months ago

Vitamin D deficiency can contribute to hair loss, but it is not the sole cause, and supplementation may not always resolve the issue. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are recommended for hair regrowth, with vitamin D and other supplements providing additional support.

community As in this research, i have seen many who advise a regular use of VitaminD, even if you are not deficient. Once i had read in tressless that mpb and Vitamin D might have a correlation. So could it be an a benefit to add this to your ongoing treatment plan?

in Research/Science 83 upvotes 4 years ago

People discussed using vitamin D supplements for hair loss, with some also using steroid injections, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, and zinc. Despite supplementation, one user noted no improvement in hair condition, but acknowledged the general health benefits of addressing vitamin D deficiency.

community Just found out I am Vitamin D deficient

in Treatment 58 upvotes 3 years ago

A user found out they are vitamin D deficient and was prescribed high-dose vitamin D supplements, asking if others had similar experiences and if it improved their hair. Some shared improved mood and testosterone levels after treatment, while another combined vitamin D supplements with finasteride due to family history of baldness.

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in Treatment 61 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss may be caused by calcification of capillaries in the scalp, restricting blood flow to hair follicles. A daily treatment regimen including high doses of Vitamins D and K, Magnesium, and Nattokinase could potentially decalcify these capillaries, improving blood flow and hair growth. However, some users warn against excessive Vitamin D intake and emphasize the need for medical consultation.

community Going to try and reverse MPB naturally.

in Treatment 55 upvotes 2 years ago

A user is trying to reverse male pattern baldness (MPB) naturally by taking high doses of Vitamin D, improving diet, exercising, reducing stress, and other lifestyle changes, but plans to use finasteride if no results are seen in 60 days. Other users are skeptical, advising medical treatments like finasteride and warning against potential vitamin D overdose and the ineffectiveness of natural remedies for genetic hair loss.

community I’ve read multiple times that Fin increases hair quality… NOT for me!

in Treatment 97 upvotes 1 year ago

A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hair loss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.

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research Serum Vitamin D3 Levels and Diffuse Hair Fall Among the Student Population in South India: A Case-Control Study

15 citations, January 2016 in “International journal of trichology”

Low vitamin D3 levels are significantly linked to hair loss, especially in female students.