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research Reduced serum vitamin B12 levels during oral cyproterone-acetate and ethinyl-oestradiol therapy in women with diffuse androgen-dependent alopecia

20 citations , July 1990 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology”

In this study, women treated for androgen-dependent alopecia with CPA EE2 therapy experienced significant decreases in serum vitamin B12, hemoglobin, and hematocrit levels after six months.

research Reversible hypopigmentation of hair secondary to Vitamin B12 deficiency

1 citations , January 2013 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online”

This case report describes reversible hypopigmentation of hair in a child due to vitamin B12 deficiency, which improved after vitamin B12 supplementation.

research Skin Hyperpigmentation and Increased Angiogenesis Secondary to Vitamin B12 Deficiency in a Young Vegetarian Woman

16 citations , January 2008 in “Acta dermato-venereologica”

Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause skin darkening and increased blood vessels, but treatment can improve symptoms.

research Oral Manifestations of Hematologic and Nutritional Diseases

50 citations , November 2010 in “Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America”

This review discusses the oral manifestations associated with hematologic conditions and nutritional deficiencies, without presenting new research results; it emphasizes the impact of blood disorders and vitamin deficiencies on oral health.

research Evaluation of Serum Homocysteine Levels in Patients with Cutaneous-Oral Lichen Planus and Psoriasis Patients

3 citations , September 2017 in “Galen medical journal”

This study observed elevated serum homocysteine levels in patients with psoriasis and cutaneous-oral lichen planus compared to healthy controls, but found no significant difference between the two patient groups.

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community Topical foam 5% Min, Vitamin B12, and Vitamin D treatment since July

in Progress Pictures 26 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using 5% minoxidil foam, Vitamin B12, and Vitamin D, with suggestions to add oral finasteride and minoxidil for better results. Concerns about side effects, particularly from finasteride, and the need for a DHT blocker are also highlighted.

community 26M, oral minoxidil and oral dutasteride, 2 years

114 upvotes 2 weeks ago

A 26-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth using oral minoxidil and oral dutasteride after initially trying topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. He also incorporated supplements like Vitamin B12, Vitamin D3, magnesium, omega-3, and biotin into his routine, which improved his hair condition and overall confidence.

community 20M. I’ve been on Finasteride 1mg + Oral Minoxidil 5mg for about a year, with no results

18 upvotes 3 months ago

A 20-year-old male has been using Finasteride 1mg and Oral Minoxidil 5mg for a year with no results, possibly due to severe vitamin D, B12, and ferritin deficiencies. Users suggest addressing these deficiencies and considering other potential hair loss issues like telogen effluvium or seeking a dermatologist's advice.

community B12 and D Vitamins very low (bloodwork showed 15 for D). Dutasteride and Minoxidil not holding back the hairloss. Should i supplement?

7 upvotes 9 months ago

Dutasteride and Minoxidil are not effectively preventing hair loss. Supplementing with Vitamin D and B12 is recommended.

community No result after 2 years. Should I still continue?

5 upvotes 3 months ago

The user has been using topical minoxidil for 2 years and oral finasteride for 6 months without seeing improvements, and is advised to continue finasteride for at least a year as it takes time to show results. They are also advised to maintain consistent dosing and address vitamin deficiencies, particularly vitamin D, zinc, and B12.

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Is Vitamin B5 more effective as an oral supplement or in topical hair care products? Vitamin B5 is not proven to be significantly effective for hair loss in either form.

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Is it better to take Vitamin E orally or apply it topically for hair loss? Oral mixed tocotrienols have one small randomized human trial reporting increased hair count; topical vitamin E has no human trial for pattern hair loss, only a 1965 rabbit study. Neither is approved for hair loss, and high-dose vitamin E carries bleeding risk.

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