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research Post Covid telogen effluvium: the diagnostic value of serum ferritin biomarker and the preventive value of dietary supplements. a case control study
Dietary supplements might help prevent post-COVID hair loss, but serum ferritin is not a reliable indicator.
research Iron Supplementation May Improve the Patient’s Level of Satisfaction in Not-Low-Ferritin Telogen Effluvium: A Real-Life Observational Study
Iron supplements may improve hair loss satisfaction even if initial iron levels are normal.
research Efficacy of Oral Iron Supplementation in Treating Patients with Female Pattern Hair Loss and Low Serum Ferritin: A Pilot Study
Taking iron pills does not improve hair loss treatment in women with low iron compared to using minoxidil alone.
research Impact of Laboratory Work Up and Supplementation on Alopecia Patients: A Single-Center Retrospective Chart Review.
Vitamin supplements may not improve hair thickness or density in patients with non-scarring hair loss.
research Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices Related to Vitamin D, Zinc, and Ferritin Deficiencies and the Associated Risk of Hair Loss in Jazan, Saudi Arabia
Most people in Jazan know about vitamin D, zinc, and ferritin's link to hair loss but don't practice enough preventive measures.
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5 / 237 resultscommunity Iron supplement worked better than Minoxidil. Check your ferritin, even "normal" is low
Iron supplementation may be more effective than Minoxidil for hair loss. Checking ferritin levels is important, as both low and high levels can affect health.
community Anyone had low ferritin and seen an improvement after iron supplements?
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.
community Any growth (been taking iron supplements)
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on iron supplements for low ferritin levels and considering finasteride and minoxidil if thinning persists. There is debate over starting with finasteride versus dutasteride, with some users advocating for dutasteride due to its potency, while others caution about potential side effects.
community Anyone here have experience with ferritin level and hair?
Low ferritin levels can affect hair density, and increasing ferritin through iron supplements may help with regrowth. It's suggested to maintain ferritin levels between 70-100 ng/mL and check other micronutrients for optimal hair health.
community How long does it to start recovering from hair loss / thinning / super brittle after starting taking huge amounts of iron supplements?
Iron supplements can help improve hair thinning and brittle skin, but recovery time varies based on individual factors like ferritin levels and absorption rates. Regular blood tests are recommended to monitor ferritin and iron levels.