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    GlossarySerum Vitamin D (Vitamin D test)

    measurement of vitamin D levels in the blood

    Serum Vitamin D refers to the measurement of the level of vitamin D in the blood, typically assessed through a 25-hydroxyvitamin D test (25(OH)D test). This test is crucial for determining if an individual has adequate, deficient, or excessive levels of vitamin D, which is important for bone health, immune function, and overall well-being.

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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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      community Fin/min Progress April - December 2024

      in Progress Pictures  255 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride daily and Rogaine minoxidil 5% foam twice a day, along with vitamin D supplementation. They also managed stress through lifestyle changes like exercise, quitting nicotine, and improving sleep.

      community 8 months Finasteride Progress (pictures in comments)

      in Finasteride  67 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user reports 8 months of hair growth progress using 1mg Finasteride daily, 5k biotin daily, Nizoral 1% biweekly, a multivitamin daily, and Vitamin D 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.