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Hairfall/shedding after covid

2021-06-26 07:18:11
Extreme hair fall after covid ( 1.5 months ago ). i learnt it is telogen eff. what multi vitamin i can take and other supplements ? when it will get better ?
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Hi Acute telogen effluvium occurs 2-3 months after acute febrile illness. I usually settles in 6 months. Medicines are available for treatment.
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consult a dermatologist.
Health Tips
protein rich diet recommended.

Answered2021-06-26 07:57:39

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