Many people in Saudi Arabia use vitaminD supplements, but few experience toxicity, showing the need for professional guidance when taking these supplements.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, vitaminD supplements, and the potential impact of iron overload. The user experienced hair regrowth with high-dose vitaminD but faced hair thinning again after reducing the dosage, and is now exploring the role of iron overload in hair loss.
A user in the UK seeks advice on bloodtests before starting Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. Recommendedtests include thyroid function, hormone levels, liver and kidney function, andvitamin and mineral levels.
Hair loss theory suggests imbalance between VitaminD Receptor (VDR) and Androgen Receptor (AR) activation. Proposed treatment includes upregulating VDR, downregulating AR, and improving mitochondrial health.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride daily and Rogaine minoxidil 5% foam twice a day, along with vitaminD supplementation. They also managed stress through lifestyle changes like exercise, quitting nicotine, and improving sleep.
The user reports 8 months of hair growth progress using 1mg Finasteride daily, 5k biotin daily, Nizoral 1% biweekly, a multivitamindaily, andVitaminD 2000IU daily, with pictures provided for reference. Commenters discuss the improved thickness and length of the hair, with some suggesting a buzz cut for better comparison, which the user declines.