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Glossary Vitamin B12

essential for red blood cell production and neurological health

Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is a crucial water-soluble vitamin that plays a vital role in red blood cell formation, DNA synthesis, and neurological function. It is naturally found in animal products like meat, fish, and dairy, and deficiencies can lead to anemia and neurological issues.

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How does Vitamin B12 deficiency contribute to hair loss and thinning? Vitamin B12 deficiency can disrupt DNA synthesis, leading to hair loss and thinning.
Should Vitamin B12 be taken orally or by injection for hair loss treatment? Vitamin B12 can be taken orally or by injection if a deficiency exists.
Can topical products containing Vitamin B12 improve scalp health and hair growth? Topical Vitamin B12 may not significantly improve hair growth unless there's a deficiency.
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research Reversible Hyperpigmentation of Skin and Nails With White Hair due to Vitamin B12 Deficiency

77 citations , August 1986 in “Archives of Dermatology”

This report describes a case in which intramuscular cyanocobalamin treatment reversed skin and nail pigmentation changes and premature gray hair caused by vitamin B12 deficiency due to pernicious anemia.

research Serum vitamin B12, folate, ferritin, and iron levels in turkish patients with alopecia areata

21 citations , January 2009 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology”

Vitamin B12, folate, ferritin, and iron levels are not linked to alopecia areata.

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 Counteraction of Cortisone Inhibition of Body, Hair and Thymus Growth by Vitamin B12 and Aureomycin.

17 citations , December 1951 in “Experimental biology and medicine”

In this study of immature male albino rats on a vitamin B12-deficient diet, vitamin B12 supplementation improved body, hair, and thymus growth more effectively than aureomycin when countering the negative effects of cortisone.

research Demographic Characteristics and Association of Serum Vitamin B12, Ferritin and Thyroid Function with Premature Canities in Indian Patients from an Urban Skin Clinic of North India: A Retrospective Analysis of 71 Cases.

16 citations , January 2017 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)”

This study found that premature hair graying is strongly associated with a family history, Vitamin B12 deficiency, and hypothyroidism, with onset as early as 5 years in patients in Gurugram, India.

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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 8 months ago

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

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 2 months into 0.5 fin, rosemary oil everyday, vitamin b12, derma roller 0.5, ketoconazole every week once. Will keep posting every month

in Progress Pictures 6 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is 2 months into using 0.5 mg finasteride, rosemary oil daily, vitamin B12, a 0.5 mm derma roller, and ketoconazole weekly for hair loss. They plan to update their progress monthly.

community B12 deficiency hairloss (hair thinning)

in Treatment 7 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss due to vitamin B12 deficiency is discussed, with some users suggesting supplements and dietary changes, while others recommend medications like finasteride or dutasteride. The conversation highlights differing opinions on the cause of hair loss, with some attributing it to genetics or male pattern baldness.

community Vitamin Deficiency Correction Timeline?

in Female 2 upvotes 7 months ago

A user is experiencing hair regrowth after treating vitamin D, B12, and B9 deficiencies, noticing some improvement after 9 months. They are unsure if further improvement will occur or if they have reached the end of progress, with a possibility of androgenetic alopecia (AGA) being suggested.

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