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research Efficacy of Oral Iron Supplementation in Treating Female Pattern Hair Loss with 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 Iron
A woman had nausea and constipation from iron pills taken for hair loss due to low iron.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Iron Overload: Biochemical Link and Underlying Mechanisms with Potential Novel Therapeutic Avenues
Polycystic ovary syndrome and iron overload share similar symptoms and can be potentially treated with blood removal, diet changes, and probiotics.
research Targeting the Ovary in Female Patients with Alopecia Areata
Treating ovarian-related inflammation may help hair regrowth in women with alopecia areata.
research Iron Deficiency in Female Pattern Hair Loss, Chronic Telogen Effluvium, and Control Groups
Iron deficiency common in women, not always linked to hair loss; more research needed.
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5 / 541 resultscommunity Eating more iron has been helping my hairline
Improving iron levels, particularly ferritin, can help with hairline recovery. The user experienced hairline improvement by increasing iron intake through diet changes, without relying on minoxidil.
community Dutasteride UPDATE (female) *sixth month*
A female user in her mid-20s with androgenetic alopecia and suspected telogene effluvium who has been taking Dutasteride, Spironolactone, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, Ketoconazol shampoo, and Yaz contraception for her hair loss for the past 6 months. She had a small shed during this time that she believes to be stress related.
community 5 year update on Finasteride and Minoxidil
The user has used finasteride and minoxidil for five years to slow hair loss but hasn't seen regrowth. They are considering increasing finasteride dosage, switching to dutasteride, and exploring microneedling and oral minoxidil.
community DIY treatment... Shedding completely stopped after 1.5 yrs
Vitamin C mixed with shampoo stopped shedding and promoted hair regrowth after 1.5 years. Both the person and their wife experienced significant hair loss reduction with this method.
community Did anyone see a difference in hair growth after correcting a folic acid (folate) deficiency?
The conversation is about hair loss and correcting vitamin deficiencies, specifically D3, B12, and folic acid. The user is considering if these deficiencies impact hair growth and mentions starting supplements.