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    GlossarySerum Ferritin

    protein that stores iron in your body

    Serum Ferritin is a blood test that measures the amount of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in your body. This test helps assess your body's iron levels, which is crucial for diagnosing conditions like iron deficiency anemia or iron overload disorders. Low serum ferritin levels can be associated with hair loss and other health issues.

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      community Iron Overload and Vitamin D Deficiency - Male Hair Loss

      in Treatment  19 upvotes 2 years ago
      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.

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      in Female  443 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.