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Hair loss problem
I am having severe hair density loss for the past 4-6 months. It's not decreasing and I dont know the cause for it.
You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible with certain medications without any side effects. Treatment depends on the grade of hair loss. So, it's a must for diagnosing which grade, you are in for an effective treatment. Please send photos of your head, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and proper treatment.
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Hair loss upto 100 hair/day is normal. If you have more than that, it's abnormal.
We need to find the pattern of hair loss, whether in the sides/centre/entire scalp and the severety. We Need to find the cause also.
Depending on all this, we can start treatment and generally good results is expected.
Usual causes are vitamin deficiency, Anemia, Telogen effluvium(after stressful events like surgery, accident, pregnancy, infection like COVID), alopecia areata, diffuse alopecia.
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pls consult or chat with me online with photos for proper diagnosis and follow up.
Health Tips
HAIR CARE: use shampoo regularly and dry your hair in sunlight after bath. Do not rub your hair while washing/drying hair.
Do not apply oil immediately after taking bath.
consume good nutritious, balanced diet containing all vitamins(curd, milk, meat, fruits, vegetables)
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