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    GlossaryVitamin Supplements

    products providing essential vitamins not sufficiently obtained from diet

    Vitamin supplements are products designed to provide essential vitamins that may not be consumed in sufficient quantities through diet alone. They come in various forms, including pills, tablets, capsules, drops, and injections, and are used to prevent or address deficiencies, support overall health, and sometimes manage specific health conditions. For instance, individuals with alopecia might use vitamin supplements like biotin or vitamin D to potentially improve hair health, although the efficacy can vary based on individual circumstances and underlying causes.

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      community Minoxidil asking advice as an 23F

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 23-year-old woman is considering starting minoxidil for hair thinning but is concerned about its long-term use and effectiveness. Recommendations include consulting a doctor, checking ferritin levels, and considering treatments like spironolactone or finasteride, while minoxidil is suggested for regrowth but not as a primary treatment.

      community 28M, 1 year and 9 months on treatment

      in Progress Pictures  682 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old man regrew hair using 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, a multivitamin, and a derma roller over 1 year and 9 months. Initial side effects resolved, and he maintains his hair with continued treatment.

      community 22 year old, losing hair for 1 year

      by Berserk_19 in General  192 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 22-year-old male experiencing hair loss suspects androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and possibly telogen effluvium (TE), with a noted improvement in scalp itch after adopting a gluten-free diet. He is advised to consider treatments like finasteride or minoxidil and to check iron and ferritin levels.

      community Quick rant for those on the fence.

      in Chat  179 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user regrets not starting finasteride earlier to treat their hair loss. They are currently using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and RU58841. Other users in the conversation express frustration with fearmongering about finasteride and emphasize the benefits of starting treatment early.

      community Unexpected hairline re-growth (taking new supplements)

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user in their mid-30s experienced unexpected hairline regrowth after starting a new supplement stack, despite being on a regimen of finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral for over four years. The new supplements include Tongkat Ali, Fadogia Agrestis, Panax Red Ginseng, Vitamin B1, Vitamin D3, Zinc Picolinate, Magnesium Glycinate, Maca, and L-Citrulline.