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      community Can low level of vitamins cause hair loss?

       21 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about whether low vitamin levels can cause hair loss. The consensus is that the user's vitamin levels are normal and unlikely to affect hair loss or the effectiveness of finasteride and minoxidil treatments.

      community PSA: Check your vitamin D levels!

       319 upvotes 1 year ago
      Low vitamin D levels can negatively impact hair growth, and supplementing with vitamin D, along with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, may help improve hair health. Quitting smoking and ensuring adequate vitamin B12 and K2 intake are also suggested to support hair regrowth.

      community Please take a vitamin & hormone test

       255 upvotes 1 year 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 Did these tests—any of these linked to diffuse thinning?

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning is advised to address high TSH levels and low iron, and consider treatments like finasteride. Weight loss and improved diet are also suggested to potentially help with hair health.