A user experiencing significant hair loss found they had a severe vitaminDdeficiency and was prescribed 50,000IU vitaminDpills, likely to be taken weekly. They are questioning if the deficiency could be the cause of their hair loss and if correcting it could stop the shedding and improve hair recovery.
The conversation is about severe VitaminDdeficiency and its potential link to hair loss. The user is already using oral finasteride, topical finasteride, and topical minoxidil for aggressive hair loss.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, vitaminD supplements, and the potential impact of iron overload. The user experienced hair regrowth with high-dose vitaminD but faced hair thinning again after reducing the dosage, and is now exploring the role of iron overload in hair loss.
A user found out they are vitaminDdeficient and was prescribed high-dose vitaminD supplements, asking if others had similar experiences and if it improved their hair. Some shared improved mood and testosterone levels after treatment, while another combinedvitaminD supplements with finasteride due to family history of baldness.
The user was prescribed various treatments for baldness, including finasteride, vitaminDpills, biotin PRP, and minoxidil. The minoxidil and finasteride topical solution finally worked, leading the user to question the doctor's motives for prescribing ineffective treatments initially.
User reports using 1.25 mg oral finasteride each morning and 0.75 ml minoxidil topical spray twice a day, along with vitaminDpills. Another user comments on the positive results and asks when finasteride stabilized shedding.
The user discussed their hair loss treatment which includes finasteride, minoxidil, hair transplant, biotin, zinc, vitaminDpills, and Nizoral ketoconazole 1% shampoo. They mentioned they are 5 months into the treatment and expect more growth.
A user is trying to reverse male pattern baldness (MPB) naturally by taking high doses of VitaminD, 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 vitaminD overdose and the ineffectiveness of natural remedies for genetic hair loss.
The user shared their bloodwork results showing DHT at 17 ng/dl and testosterone at 287 ng/dl, with a slight VitaminDdeficiency. They are seeking opinions on these levels and have an upcoming dermatologist appointment.
The conversation discusses whether sunlight exposure affects hair growth or loss, with mixed anecdotes and theories but no clear consensus. Some suggest moderate sunlight can benefit hair by providing vitaminD, while others doubt its effectiveness compared to treatments like Minoxidil or finasteride.
User shared hair growth progress since January using treatments like minoxidil, nizoral shampoo, rosemary oil, biotin oil, andderma roller. Others suggested solutions for minoxidil side effects and recommended adding a multivitamin.
The conversation is about someone's positive experience with 0.5 mg of finasteride daily for hair loss, noting potential contributions from vitamins and health improvements. Side effects and observations from others include watery semen and questions about hair regrowth and shedding phases.
A man, 34, reports positive hair regrowth after using only Finasteride with no significant side effects, except possible weight gain. Users react with a mix of skepticism, congratulations, and requests for more details about his treatment and personal life.
A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.
The conversation discusses the importance of taking vitaminD with food for better absorption and its potential role in hair loss. Some users also suggest taking vitaminD with K2, getting sunlight, and using finasteride for hair loss treatment.
A user found that vitaminDdeficiency was causing their hair loss and saw improvement after taking D3 supplements. Others noted that while vitaminD can affect hair, male pattern baldness usually requires treatments like finasteride.
The individual is experiencing hair loss and has a vitaminDdeficiency, with levels at 7.49ng/ml or 26nmol/l. They are unsure if the deficiency is causing the hair loss and are seeking advice on vitaminD supplementation.
People discussed using vitaminD 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 vitaminDdeficiency.
So maybe vitaminD is important here
This conversation discussed the user's successful results from a combination of treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, ketozolin shampoo, VitaminD and biotin. The discussion also included advice about frequency anddosages for these treatments.
A user shared their successful hair regrowth routine, which includes finasteride, derma rolling, minoxidil (Rogaine), biotin pills, andvitaminD supplementation, and saw noticeable results in 3 months. They suggest this routine as a variation of the "Big 3" hair loss treatments and have created a website to sell the products they used.
The conversation discusses a successful hair regrowth treatment involving topical Minoxidil (5%), 1 mg Finasteride, Microneedling, and Biotin + VitaminD supplements. The user shares their routine and receives positive feedback on the significant progress made in just three months.
The user shared their 18-month hair loss treatment progress, using finasteride three times a week, daily minoxidil, weekly vitaminD, and bi-weekly nizoral shampoo. They experienced initial shedding and greying, but are satisfied with the results.
A user shared their experience with hair loss and recommended supplements like magnesium, vitaminD, vitamin C, zinc, iron, and protein, along with using a dermaroller. They noted benefits such as accelerated fat loss, muscle growth, better digestion, increased testosterone, and improved hair and skin quality.
Hair loss theory suggests imbalance between VitaminD Receptor (VDR) and Androgen Receptor (AR) activation. Proposed treatment includes upregulating VDR, downregulating AR, and improving mitochondrial health.
The conversation discusses which vitamins to take alongside 0.5mg finasteride for hair loss, with suggestions including a multivitamin, iron, zinc, B12, vitaminD, Nutrafol, collagen, vitamin C, saw palmetto, and magnesium. Nutrafol is noted for its benefits but also criticized for containing too much biotin.
User shared progress after one year using Minoxidil 5% topical and 1 mg Finasteride pillsdaily, along with vitaminD3 supplements. They experienced significant hair regrowth and are now growing their hair out again.
After 1.5 years on finasteride anddutasteride with continued hair loss, the user noticed a significant reduction in hair shedding, attributing it to the consistent use of finasteride, along with a no-shampoo approach, multivitamins, vitaminD, and restarting minoxidil. Other users shared their happiness for the improvement and noted that hair loss can fluctuate naturally over time.
The conversation is about supplements for hair health. Nutrafol and Viviscal are mentioned, with Nutrafol preferreddue to saw palmetto; individual supplements like zinc, vitaminD, iron, B complex, magnesium, and inositol are also discussed.
The user updated on their all-natural hair loss protocol, which includes massages, LLLT, Ashwagandha, Supergreens mix, VitaminD, Castor Oil + DMSO, a specific diet, and headstands. They reported some hair regrowth and improved hair quality, with plans to continue the regimen and monitor results.