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Glossary Selenium Deficiency

insufficient selenium intake impairs antioxidant defense and thyroid function

Selenium deficiency, also known as selenium insufficiency, occurs when the body does not get enough selenium, an essential trace mineral important for various bodily functions, including antioxidant defense and thyroid hormone metabolism. This deficiency can lead to health issues such as weakened immune function, cognitive decline, and in severe cases, conditions like Keshan disease (a type of heart disease) and Kashin-Beck disease (a type of osteoarthritis).

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research Macrocytosis and pseudoalbinism: Manifestations of selenium deficiency

126 citations , November 1987 in “The Journal of Pediatrics”

This study reports that selenium deficiency in children on long-term total parenteral nutrition may lead to symptoms like erythrocyte macrocytosis and skin and hair depigmentation, which improved with selenium supplementation.

research Changes in murine hair with dietary selenium excess or deficiency

6 citations , March 2011 in “Experimental Dermatology”

This study found that an imbalance of selenium in a C57BL/6 mouse model led to hair loss with color change and was linked with changes in hair follicle apoptosis markers.

research Effect of longtime selenium-deficient feeding on the neurobehavioral development of the fourth generation rats in lactation.

January 2005 in “Zhonghua xingwei yixue yu naokexue zazhi”

This study found that long-term selenium and iodine deficiencies in rats led to growth delays and abnormal neural behavior by the fourth generation.

research Diet and hair loss: effects of nutrient deficiency and supplement use

79 citations , January 2017 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual”

This article addresses the need to screen for nutrient deficiencies in patients with hair loss but reports no new findings, noting that supplementation without deficiency may not be beneficial and could pose risks.

research Decreased selenium intake and low plasma selenium concentrations leading to clinical symptoms in a child with propionic acidaemia

21 citations , June 1991 in “Journal of Inherited Metabolic Disease”

This case report observed that a selenium-deficient diet in a child with propionic acidaemia led to macrocytosis and hair abnormalities, which improved with selenium supplementation.

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community Micronutrient testing, deficiencies, etc.

4 upvotes 4 years ago

Micronutrient testing and deficiencies related to hair loss, particularly androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Discussion includes the impact of iron, selenium, zinc, copper, folate, B12, vitamin E, vitamin D, amino acids, and fatty acids, alongside treatments like dutasteride or finasteride.

community People who solved their Vitamin D deficiency, how much did it help with regrowth?

in Treatment 56 upvotes 1 year ago

Vitamin D supplementation can aid hair regrowth for some, but results differ. Combining vitamin D with finasteride and minoxidil often improves hair thickness, though not for everyone.

community Clinical efficacy of popular oral supplements for AA

1 upvotes 5 years ago

Vitamins and minerals like vitamin E, zinc, and iron may aid hair growth, especially in cases of deficiency. Pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, horsetail, and AminoMar show some promise for improving hair health and count.

community The real stack, the only things you really need.

in Treatment 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses a hair loss prevention regimen using a custom topical treatment with Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Latanoprost, Cetirizine, Tretinoin, Vitamin D3, and caffeine, along with supplements like iron, selenium, vitamin D, and vitamin B. The user advises against expensive treatments like LLLT caps and unnecessary natural supplements.

community What is the options after unsuccessful dut+minox 2x a day?

in Chat 6 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been experiencing aggressive hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, ketoconazole, and derma rolling. Suggestions include continuing current treatments, considering RU58841, checking for deficiencies, and possibly trying collagen supplements or oral minoxidil.

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