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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch 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 There Is No Clear Association Between Low Serum Ferritin And Chronic Diffuse Telogen Hair Loss
Low iron levels are not directly linked to chronic hair loss and iron supplements may not help.
research Association of Low Serum Ferritin Levels in Patients With Alopecia Areata: A Case-Control Study
People with alopecia areata often have lower iron levels than healthy people.
research Comparison Between Hemoglobin Serum Level and Serum Ferritin Level in Detecting Low Iron Store in Adult Menstruating Females with Chronic Telogen Effluvium
Serum ferritin is a better indicator than hemoglobin for detecting low iron in women with chronic hair loss.
research Decreased Serum Ferritin Is Associated With Alopecia in Women
Low iron levels may be linked to some types of hair loss in women.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Just found a little hard lump under my left nipple, it’s over
A user experienced a hard lump under their nipple and increased hair loss after four months of finasteride. They are concerned about the lump and plan to stop the treatment.
community Iron Overload and Vitamin D Deficiency - Male Hair Loss
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, vitamin D supplements, and the potential impact of iron overload. The user experienced hair regrowth with high-dose vitamin D but faced hair thinning again after reducing the dosage, and is now exploring the role of iron overload in hair loss.
community Calling out *diffuse thinners* here -- Have you ruled out other factors?
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 POST ACCUTANE HAIR LOSS- Please help and leave your experiences and suggestions
A user named Medical_Opinion8120, a 23-year-old female, is experiencing hair loss potentially due to a past accutane course. She has tried minoxidil without success and is currently taking iron and zinc supplements.
community Low iron and hair loss connection
A 39-year-old woman noticed hair thinning and found she has an iron deficiency, which may be linked to hair loss. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using spironolactone, and minoxidil.