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    fat-soluble vitamin essential for calcium absorption and bone health

    Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is crucial for maintaining healthy bones and teeth by aiding in the absorption of calcium and phosphorus from the gut. It can be obtained through exposure to sunlight, certain foods, and supplements. There are two main forms: vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) and vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol), with D3 being more effective at raising blood levels of the vitamin. Deficiency in vitamin D can lead to conditions such as rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults.

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      community (21M) 13 months into meds, hair fall's returning

      in Update  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male, 13 months into hair loss treatment, reports increased hair fall despite using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, vitamins, and specialized shampoos. He questions the impact of anxiety and depression on hair fall and is hesitant to seek therapy.

      community (20M) Minoxidil Tablets causing hairfall again

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced increased hair fall after starting Minoxidil tablets, despite following a comprehensive treatment plan for Seborrhoeic Capitis and Androgenetic Alopecia. They are unsure if the Minoxidil tablets are the cause and seek advice.

      community Disappointed after dermatologist visit, should I start Finasteride on my own?

      in What should I do?  8 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 19-year-old male is considering starting finasteride on his own for genetic hair loss after a disappointing dermatologist visit, where he was prescribed biotin, ketoconazole shampoo, and saw palmetto instead. Users suggest online options for finasteride and minoxidil, while opinions vary on the effectiveness and safety of saw palmetto and finasteride for someone his age.

      community What 3 months without fin& min does😔

      in Progress Pictures  261 upvotes 11 months ago
      Stopping minoxidil and finasteride for three months caused significant hair loss. The user resumed treatment with 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 0.6mg finasteride and plans to update on progress in three months.