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GlossaryNutritional Deficiencies (Vitamin Deficiency)

lack of essential nutrients causing health issues like hair loss

Nutritional deficiencies, also known as nutrient deficiencies or malnutrition, occur when the body does not get enough essential nutrients from the diet, leading to various health problems. These deficiencies can affect overall health and well-being, and specific deficiencies, such as iron, vitamin D, or biotin, can contribute to conditions like anemia, weakened immune function, and hair loss, respectively.

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community Vitamin Deficiency: “Severely” Low on Vitamin D

in Update 15 upvotes 1 year ago

A user experiencing significant hair loss found they had a severe vitamin D deficiency and was prescribed 50,000IU vitamin D pills, 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.

community Vitamin D deficiency hair loss

in Chat 10 upvotes 1 year ago

A 20-year-old male has been experiencing hair loss 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 hair loss follows a pattern, it might be regular baldness rather than due to the deficiency.

community Severe Vitamin D deficiency?

in Chat 15 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation is about severe Vitamin D deficiency and its potential link to hair loss. The user is already using oral finasteride, topical finasteride, and topical minoxidil for aggressive hair loss.

community mbp alopecia areata or vitamin deficiency

in Chat 5 months ago

A 19-year-old male has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 8 months with no progress and is considering seeking a second opinion due to potential misdiagnosis. The discussion revolves around whether the hair loss is due to male pattern baldness, alopecia areata, or a vitamin deficiency.

community Why do people downplay vitamin deficiency when 94% of Americans are vitamin D deficient?

in Research/Science 131 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about the role of vitamin deficiencies in hair loss 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.

community Can iron or other vitamin deficiency lead to a decrease in hair diameter? Or does this only occur in androgenetic alopecia?

in Chat 9 upvotes 1 year ago

Iron or vitamin deficiencies can lead to decreased hair diameter, not just androgenetic alopecia. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community My Vitamin D (25-0H) levels came <4.20 ng/ml (<20 implies deficiency)and B12 came 184 pg/ml (Should be between 211-911). I have a lot of dandruff. The derm has prescribed me with 60k vitamin d tablet once a week and multivitamins for a month. Vitamin deficiency implies TE no? or is it MPB?

in Treatment 38 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on vitamin D and B12 deficiencies, and mentions using finasteride. It also suggests getting a biopsy to differentiate between MPB and other conditions.

community Is it sign of regrowing? Vitamin Deficiency

in Is this regrowth? 2 upvotes 4 months ago

The user experienced hair regrowth after using rosemary oil daily, vitamin gummies, and getting plenty of sleep. The timeframe between the before and after pictures is one week.

community PSA: Get your Vitamin D levels checked!

in Treatment 114 upvotes 1 year ago

A user improved their hair health by taking 50,000 IU of vitamin D3 weekly due to a deficiency. Others discussed the potential link between vitamin D and hair growth, with some sharing similar experiences and emphasizing the importance of monitoring vitamin D levels and consulting with doctors.

community On a super stack, but still miniaturizationg going strong???

in Update 9 upvotes 2 years ago

User "Number_Worried00" is using a treatment stack for hair loss, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, Dutasteride, Estradiol, Cetirizine, and Pyrilutamide. Another user suggests that if the cause is vitamin deficiency or inflammation, the stack may not be effective.

community dutasteride 9 months, nonstop hair loss

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 31 upvotes 2 years ago

Experiencing continual nonstop hair loss despite using dutasteride for 9 months, and the possible causes behind it being discussed such as nutritional deficiencies, elevated cortisol, vitamin D deficiency or other problems. Other solutions such as minoxidil and finasteride have been suggested.

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.

community 26F Thinner hair due to vitamin deficiencies?

in Female 12 upvotes 11 months ago

A female user with chronic anemia and vitamin deficiencies is experiencing finer, straighter hair and seeks recommendations for scalp products to improve circulation and prevent potential hair thinning. She is considering growth oils but is unsure of their effectiveness.

community 3 months progress. Taking 0.5mg fin every other day. Naz shampoo twice weekly. Taking vitamin D and omega 3 daily.

in Progress Pictures 167 upvotes 3 years ago

A user shared a 3-month hair loss treatment progress using 0.5mg finasteride every other day, Naz shampoo twice weekly, and daily vitamin D and omega 3, without using minoxidil or dermarolling due to scalp sensitivity. Commenters noted the significant results from a low dose of finasteride and questioned the role of vitamins in the treatment.

community Update on my Hairloss : if you have unexplained shedding, get your blood tested.

in Update 26 upvotes 1 year ago

A user experiencing significant hair loss 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.

community Calling out diffuse thinners here -- Have you ruled out other factors?

in Treatment 54 upvotes 1 month ago

Diffuse hair loss is often linked to genetics but can also be due to health issues like thyroid problems and low vitamin or iron levels. Treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, with some seeing improvements after addressing health issues.

community Is there any new growth here? February to September 2024

in Is this regrowth? 9 upvotes 3 months ago

The user is seeking advice on hair regrowth, using vitamins, rosemary oil, Nioxin, and vitamin D. Recommendations include oral minoxidil and avoiding finasteride due to being female.

community Topical Minoxidil Hyperresponder

in Minoxidil 9 upvotes 1 month ago

Minoxidil helped regrow hair from NW3 to NW2 in 5 months despite initial shedding, with additional use of Vitamin D3/K2 on the scalp. Users discuss patience during shedding and the importance of continuing treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

community 3 months min 5 % hairline is progressing

in Progress Pictures 93 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses the user's hair loss treatment involving daily use of 5% minoxidil, rosemary oil 2-3 times a week, derma-rolling twice a week, and daily vitamin D. A reply suggests the user to start using finasteride before hair falls out.

community 6 months on biotin + minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 357 upvotes 8 months ago

A user shared a 6-month progress picture showing improvement in hair loss using biotin and minoxidil. They also mentioned dealing with stress, diet issues, and seborrheic dermatitis.

community 1 year and 9 months apart, is this good enough of a regrowth?

in Progress Pictures 16 upvotes 6 months ago

The user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth after using finasteride and minoxidil for 1 year and 9 months. Replies noted visible improvement and suggested adding ketoconazole.

community Been on dut 0.5mg daily for 12 months. I am cooked.

in Progress Pictures 10 upvotes 4 months ago

A user took finasteride for six months, then switched to dutasteride for a year, increasing the dosage over time, but hair shedding worsened. Replies suggest the issue is male pattern baldness and DHT-related.

community Dermatologist keeps stressing on diet and vitamins - are they that crucial?

in Treatment 2 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation is about a user experiencing increased hair loss after altering their treatment routine of oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil. The dermatologist emphasized the importance of diet and vitamins, but the user is skeptical given their healthy lifestyle.

community Have you tried Biotin supplements for your hair?

in Product 25 upvotes 1 year ago

People shared that Biotin supplements did not improve their hair loss and some experienced stronger nails or more pimples. They suggested trying finasteride or minoxidil instead for hair loss treatment.

community Ultimate Hairloss Flowchart (for beginners)

in Treatment 247 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses a hair loss flowchart for beginners, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, and vitamins.

community Minoxidil seems to not work anymore this sucks

in Progress Pictures 32 upvotes 1 year ago

A user reported that Minoxidil, a hair growth treatment, stopped working for them despite initial success. Other users suggested not taking breaks from the treatment, checking for fake products, trying microneedling, using oral Minoxidil, combining Minoxidil with tretinoin, and using finasteride.

community Hair loss causes are still a myth.

in Chat 16 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses the complexity of hair loss causes, suggesting that DHT sensitivity alone doesn't fully explain it. Treatments mentioned include finasteride and dutasteride.

community Am I doing something wrong or? 1 year fin, 6 months min

in Minoxidil 44 upvotes 5 months ago

A user has been on finasteride for a year and minoxidil for six months, with no noticeable progress. They also use dermarolling and rosemary oil but are frustrated with the lack of results.

community 3 months on Fin/Min + Vitamins

in Progress Pictures 502 upvotes 9 months ago

A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after 3 months using finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins such as biotin, B5, B6, and C. They took 1.1 mg of oral finasteride, experienced a shedding period initially, and emphasized the importance of consistency.

community Dutasteride/RU/MIN will NOT work for everyone.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 month ago

Hair loss treatments like Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil may not work for everyone, as some individuals experience no improvement despite extensive use and research. Genetic factors can play a significant role, and standard treatments may not be effective for all.