Can hair fall occur due to low vitamin D levels?

Question

Hello doctor,

I have recently observed that my hair has started thinning, and I can see some grey hair too. I consulted a few doctors; according to them, it is male-pattern baldness. Nobody in my family has male pattern baldness. Before this started, I used to feel pain in my joints. I did some tests and learned that my vitamin D level is around 10 ng/mL, which is very little. So can it be the possible cause for my hairloss?

Kindly advise.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Vitamin D deficiency can cause hair loss, but hair thinning is a classical feature of male pattern baldness. I suggest you use Minoxidil 5 % lotion 1 mL twice daily along with Vitamin D capsules 60000 IU (International Units) once a week for three months.

Consult a specialist doctor, talk to him or her and start the medicine with their consent.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.

Answer 2

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Hair loss can be controlled by vitamin D supplementation. I would also suggest you use the tablet Follihair (Multivitamin) once daily for two months.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.