Is five year hair loss caused by vitamin deficiency reversible?

Question

Im 22 years old i tested all th necessary test which is needed to be done and found out my Vitamin D level is 7 and i took medicine it got fixed but is it possible to get my hair back with proper treatment? MY hair has stopped shedding

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your information and results. First, it’s great to hear that your hair shedding has stopped and that your Vitamin D deficiency has been corrected. That’s an important step in supporting hair health.

Vitamin deficiencies, like low Vitamin D, can contribute to hair thinning or shedding over time. When these deficiencies are corrected, it can allow hair regrowth, but the amount and speed of recovery depend on several factors, including how long the deficiency lasted, the health of your hair follicles, and other potential contributors to hair loss.

Since your hair loss has been ongoing for five years, some areas may be slower to recover, but many patients do see gradual improvement once the underlying issue is addressed and with proper supportive treatments. This can include things like:

Topical minoxidil or other hair growth stimulants

Nutritional optimization (biotin, iron, zinc if deficient)

Gentle hair care practices to reduce breakage

In some cases, PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy or low-level laser therapy

The fact that your shedding has stopped is a very positive sign—it means your hair follicles are no longer in the active shedding phase, which gives them a chance to recover and grow thicker hair over time. Patience is key, as visible regrowth may take several months.

Is five year hair loss caused by vitamin deficiency reversible?

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