Suggest Treatment For Vitiligo, Mood Swings, Low Libido And Erectile Dysfunction

Posted on Mon, 19 Oct 2015

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Question : Hello,
Symptoms:
vitiligo (slow spread since 15), bad paranoia when drinking - not so bad when not, fluctuating moods, low sex drive, lack of erections, acne, sleep issues at times, noticing gray hairs randomly all over body including leg, pubic hairs and scalp – I have seen a few in pubic area actually black again at root and gray half way up.
I had numerous blood tests over the last 2 years. Thyroid was ok, only things were higher cortisol, normal but low for my age testosterone, MCV 100, liver is fine,
I drink alcohol in large amount twice a week, but otherwise have a good diet.
I started Vitamin b complex supplement earlier this year and paba, tyrosine, vitamin a, D. But recently I’ve started zinc to help eliminate acne.
From what I read, alcohol can deplete B Vitamins and zinc, which is possibly why I have my symptoms. I enjoy my beers so I am supplementing.
What strength B complex should I take? (I’m taking over 400ug of folic acid each day and 300ug biotin, 25ug b12. Are these enough to prevent deficiency from alcohol? Or I need extra?

Answered by Dr. Pavan Kumar Gupta (4 hours later)

Brief answer....regular alcohol drinking results in deficiencies of various vitamins and minerals.
Detailed answer...
Hello,
Thanks for the query.
I have read your query and understand your concern.
Metabolism of alcohol in body results in depletion of various vitamins and minerals in your body. The list includes...
B complex vitamins like B1,B2,B3,B6,B12 and FOLIC acid
VIT C
and minerals like calcium,zinc,iron,magnesium,chromium
Omega 3 fatty acids.
Eat well and take nuts,fish,green vegetables and fresh fruits,eggs and chicken.
Avoid cold drinks,white sugar and white flours
I hope it helps,however you are most welcome to revert to me for any further query.
Best of luck
Thanks

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Sonia Raina

Follow up: Dr. Pavan Kumar Gupta (20 hours later)

Thanks.
What dosage of vitamins should I take?

Answered by Dr. Pavan Kumar Gupta (5 hours later)

Hello,
There are several multivitamin available in market which one can take on regular basis.
Available ones are RICONIA,NUTRIFIT CENTRUM etc.
Dose is one tablet per day.
Ideally a young person like you should not have the need for such multivitamin if you are taking a well balanced and proper diet.
Thanks

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar