A 39-year-old woman noticed hair thinning and found she has an irondeficiency, which may be linked to hairloss. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using spironolactone, and minoxidil.
A user reported that taking iron polymaltose significantly reduced their hairloss. They also mentioned hairloss due to DHT and asked if hairloss from irondeficiency is permanent or temporary.
People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hairloss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.
A user found that vitamin D deficiency was causing their hairloss and saw improvement after taking D3 supplements. Others noted that while vitamin D can affect hair, male pattern baldness usually requires treatments like finasteride.
A 20-year-old male has been experiencing hairloss for three years due to a vitamin D deficiency and has seen no improvement after 3.5 months of taking supplements. Another person suggested that if the hairloss follows a pattern, it might be regular baldness rather than due to the deficiency.
The user reported worsening hairloss after 1.5 years on finasteride, questioning if chronic irondeficiency could be a cause. They noted no side effects from finasteride.
The user experienced hairloss 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 irondeficiency anemia.
A user named Mmherak is experiencing hairloss, with low B12 and irondeficiency, and has been recommended minoxidil and spironolactone by dermatologists. Other users suggest seborrheic dermatitis or dandruff, recommending treatments like Nizoral shampoo, ketoconazole, and Selsun Blue.
The conversation is about hairloss and correcting vitamin deficiencies, specifically D3, B12, and folic acid. The user is considering if these deficiencies impact hair growth and mentions starting supplements.
The conversation discusses potential vitamin deficiencies leading to hairloss, with a focus on Vitamin D and iron. Some individuals are using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss, while others consider vitamin supplementation due to deficiencies.
A user with female pattern hairloss who tried minoxidil and various oils and supplements, but saw results only after taking iron tablets. The conversation also offered advice to get blood tests done to see if there are underlying issues causing the hairloss.
Factors that can cause hairloss other than DHT, such as inflammation and diet, and potential treatments like scalp massages, minoxidil, citrulline, stretches, meditation, iron sulfate/Vitamin C, Vitamin D, protein and Dutasteride.
The conversation is about the role of vitamin deficiencies in hairloss and the effectiveness of treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It concludes that while vitamins and nutrition are important, they are not the primary solution for androgenic alopecia.
The conversation discusses using finasteride for hairloss, with iron supplements helping to slow shedding. The user emphasizes that shedding doesn't necessarily mean permanent hairloss.
A user experienced significant hairloss after 6 months of using 0.5mg finasteride daily. Suggestions from others included trying Dutasteride and Minoxidil, getting professional help from a dermatologist, and addressing high iron levels that could be contributing to the hairloss.
The user is experiencing severe hairloss, possibly due to telogen effluvium, after stress, poor nutrition, and hormonal changes. They are using Nizoral and supplements but are considering hormonal treatments like spironolactone despite previous side effects.
A user experiencing significant hairloss while on finasteride and minoxidil found out they had vitamin D and iron deficiencies. After adding iron, vitamin D, and a multivitamin with zinc to their treatment, they saw reduced hair fall within a week.
A 21-year-old shared their one-year hairloss treatment journey, using finasteride, a multivitamin, cold water hair washes, peppermint and jojoba oil, zinc, iron, L-arginine, vitamin D, and ashwagandha. They advise seeing a doctor for finasteride, considering lifestyle changes before minoxidil, getting blood work, talking about the issue with friends, and sticking to a treatment plan for at least six months.
A user with low ferritin and zinc levels is asking if others have seen hair improvement after taking iron supplements. They were prescribed minoxidil and finasteride by their doctor.
A 16-year-old female experiencing severe hairloss and sebum buildup, likely due to telogen effluvium and PCOS, is currently using vitamin D3 supplements, Redenser serum, and T follihair supplements. Recommendations include addressing PCOS first and consulting a doctor.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of reducing DHT for hairloss treatment and explores alternative approaches like reducing androgen receptor sensitivity. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, pyrilutamide (KX-826), GT20029, and RU58841.
A 14 year old who is experiencing hairloss and has not received any help from the doctor, with advice being given to try different doctors, get tested for underlying conditions and intolerances, buzz it short as an option and treatments that could slow down or reverse the hairloss such as minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and addressing the cause of the hairloss.
The conversation is about supplements for hair health. Nutrafol and Viviscal are mentioned, with Nutrafol preferred due to saw palmetto; individual supplements like zinc, vitamin D, iron, B complex, magnesium, and inositol are also discussed.
The importance of lighting when taking progress pictures and discussing hair growth, as dramatic changes can be seen even without real improvements. The users also discussed methods such as Fin min and dermarolling for treating hairloss.
A user shared their experience with hairloss, initially using Minoxidil, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and a derma roller with good results, but relapsed after stopping. They later started a more aggressive protocol including Minoxidil, Finasteride, a derma stamp, and ketoconazole shampoo, achieving great hair regrowth but experiencing side effects from Finasteride.
The conversation discusses hairloss and treatments, with users suggesting the original poster's hair has receded despite using a dermaroller and RU58841 for two months. Many recommend starting finasteride and minoxidil for better results.
The conversation discusses various treatments for hairloss, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and checking for nutrient deficiencies. Some users suggest adding hydrocortisone butyrate, low-dose progesterone, or tretinoin to treatment regimens, while others recommend cosmetic solutions like Toppik hair fibers or shaving the head.
Kitchen_Plastic_2847 had been fighting hairloss since 2019-2020 and was initially successful in regrowing his hair with finasteride. However, after contracting Covid three times back to back at the start of 2021, he started to lose his hair again. He found a new dermatologist who prescribed him oral minoxidil along with finasteride, but eventually decided it wasn't worth spending all the money to try and save his hair.