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    GlossaryVitamin A Deficiency

    lack of vitamin A leading to vision and immune issues

    Vitamin A Deficiency, also known as hypovitaminosis A, occurs when the body doesn't get enough vitamin A, an essential nutrient for maintaining healthy vision, immune function, and skin health. This deficiency can lead to symptoms such as night blindness, an increased risk of infections, and in severe cases, can cause complete blindness and other serious health issues.

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      community Please take a vitamin & hormone test

      in Chat  256 upvotes 1 week ago
      Checking vitamin and hormone levels is important for addressing hair loss, as deficiencies in vitamin D, zinc, and iron can affect hair growth. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin supplements are used, but addressing deficiencies is crucial for effectiveness.

      community is my multi vitamin a high dose ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      User experienced hair loss after weight loss and started using finasteride 1mg and a multivitamin called HAIRGRO. They noticed increased oily skin and sebum production and are unsure if they should continue the multivitamin.

      community I feel like people here shrug off nutritional issues too quickly. Particularly for Retrograde Alopecia.

      in Chat  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user believes Retrograde Alopecia may be linked to vitamin imbalances, specifically from taking too much Vitamin E, A, Zinc, and Selenium, and suggests it could be a middle ground between Androgenic Alopecia and Telogen Effluvium. Treatments for hair loss mentioned include Androgen inhibitors and improving lifestyle factors like nutrition and sleep, with topical melatonin also recommended for Retrograde Alopecia.

      community Take A Vitamin D Blood Test!!!

      in Treatment  48 upvotes 2 years ago
      Low Vitamin D can cause hair shedding, and taking 5000 IU of Vitamin D daily reduced shedding significantly. Vitamin D deficiency is common and correcting it can benefit overall health.