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September 2012 in “Turk Dermatoloji Dergisi”
Low levels of ferritin and vitaminB12 are common in women with telogen effluvium, but the link between nutrient deficiencies and the condition is not clear.
The conversation is about whether lowvitamin 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.
User took Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and Vitamin D for hair loss treatment and saw improvement in 2 months. Vitamin D deficiency played a role in recovery.
Factors that can cause hair loss other than DHT, such as inflammation and diet, and potential treatments like scalp massages, minoxidil, citrulline, stretches, meditation, iron sulfate/Vitamin C, Vitamin D, protein and Dutasteride.
Diffuse hair loss is often linked to genetics but can also be due to health issues like thyroid problems and lowvitamin or iron levels. Treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, with some seeing improvements after addressing health issues.