research Low iron stores: a risk factor for excessive hair loss in non-menopausal women.
This study found that low iron stores are a risk factor for excessive hair loss in non-menopausal women.
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Comparison Between Hemoglobin Serum Level and Serum Ferritin level in Detecting Low Iron Store in Adult Menstruating Females with Chronic Telogen Effluvium
This study found that low serum ferritin levels were significantly associated with chronic telogen effluvium in adult menstruating females, suggesting that serum ferritin is a better indicator of low iron stores than hemoglobin levels in this condition.
research Clinical profile of female patients with chronic telogen effluvium and its association with serum ferritin level
This study observed that a majority of female patients with chronic telogen effluvium had low serum ferritin levels without signs of clinical anemia, suggesting a possible link between low iron stores and hair loss.
research Diffuse hair loss in females
This study found that female pattern hair loss is the most common type of diffuse hair loss in women, with significant associations observed between chronic telogen effluvium, low iron levels, and high total iron-binding capacity.
research Association of Low Serum Ferritin Levels in Patients Having Alopecia Areata: A Case Control Study
This study found a significant association between alopecia areata and low serum ferritin levels, suggesting that assessing and correcting iron stores might improve alopecia areata management.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Low ferritin / normal iron contributing to hair loss?
Low ferritin can contribute to hair loss despite normal iron levels, and supplementing iron may help improve hair regrowth when using finasteride. Minoxidil might also aid in recovery, and optimal ferritin levels for hair growth are suggested to be 100+ ng/ml.
community Diffuse Thinning From Low Iron and Thyroid -Finally Seeing Regrowth After Fixing the Root Cause
A female experienced hair loss due to low iron and an undiagnosed thyroid issue, specifically Hashimoto's, and saw improvement after starting thyroid medication, iron supplements, and making lifestyle changes. She emphasizes the importance of addressing the root cause and shares her journey to regrowth and emotional recovery.
community 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 What else can make hair more sensitive to DHT?
Genetics, inflammation, poor scalp circulation, stress, thyroid issues, low iron, vitamin D deficiency, steroids, age, fungal infections, stress, and creatine can increase hair sensitivity to DHT. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, and Kre Alkalyn Monohydrate.
community My hair loss story and somewhat of a recovery
A woman experienced significant hair loss for 2.5 years but saw improvement without supplements, attributing recovery to time and dietary changes, including eating chicken, eggs, and milk. Another person shared a similar experience, linking their hair loss to stress and low iron and B12 levels.
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