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I have been suffering abnormal hair loss since the past 3 years. My hair has lost it's shine. I converted to a vegetarian diet around the 4 years back. I do have PCOS but I exercise regularly and my weight is always in check. I do not understand what is going wrong. What blood tests must I get done to find the cause behind this hairfall.

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Hello there!! Since you have mentioned about PCOS, it's better if I get to see your hairloss. It will be better to design the blood investigations as per the pattern. For further information connect ...  Read More

What are the blood tests and medicine for premature graying of hairs. Or do I need to take melanin producing meds.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I have pcod related hair loss. Can you recommend a lab test that I can get done to know exactly what is causing the hair loss? All other aspects of my health are improving except the hair loss.

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Pcod needs to be treated. Complete hormonal profile and USG is required. Along with that hair treatment also should be started. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper exa ...  Read More

I have hair loss condition and i want to get the blood tests done . I can get it done from the near by dr. lal path lab but is there a specific type of blood test for this case or should i just have a normal blood test?

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Greetings. First see a qualified dermatologist near you. Then do blood test when suggested . Hope this helps. Warm regards Dr Govind Suresh Mittal, Bengaluru. ...  Read More

My hairs are coming out too much. What are the blood tests should I get to know deficiency in my body for hair loss.?

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Thyroid profile ...  Read More

For the last 2 weeks i have red itchy balls and am facing extream hair loss

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You may be having scrotal eczema. It can be treated. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ...  Read More

Hi I am planning for biopsy test to know reason hairfall Just want to know from some experts that I don't have any generic issues maintaining a balanced diet and going to gym daily so can we identify the cause of hairloss from biopsy test And please suggest tests to know a proper reason for hairloss

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I am having too much hair loss...I got done all my blood tests my thyroid levels are normal and I am not anaemic too ..I don't have any signs of infection..not that stressed too..but I have been having too much of hair fall ..plz help me with it ...what best can I do to stop it?

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This is chronic telogen effluvium. It is difficult to treat. I need more history and have to see the reports to understand the problem. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for p ...  Read More

Which blood tests is best to cure skin and hair loss related problems? Please help me doctors its urgent.

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Unfortunately , there are no 'tests' to cure skin or hair problems. If its an urgency... do personally visit an allopathic dermatologist. Only after an examination will the dermatologist be able to gu ...  Read More

I had blood tests and i need to know is there any thing serious with my blood tests please help

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Is it safe to take medicines for hairloss?I am a little worried about side effects.iam trying to take vitamins and proteins through food but still my hair loss is heavy.That itself is making me tense.My Dermatologist has prescribed Hairfact tablets,and took Blood test also. Please Help

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The type of hairloss decides the medication or lifestyle changes, Detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment plan Kindly share a clear picture i ...  Read More

Can I take melatonin serum by choosen night owl for hair loss ...kindly give ur opinion regarding serum

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Detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment plan Also share a clear picture in good lighting of affected areas ...  Read More

He is diabetic and recently had glucoma surgery the thing is he losses his weight and his voice texture also dicresed and almost his bp is low ,,, camwhat tests to be done

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DIABITIC profile, lipid profile, BT, CT ...  Read More

My girlfriend has been experiencing significant hair loss for the past year, and her hair has also become thinner. This has caused her a lot of stress. Please suggest some remedies to help stop her hair loss

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

I am a 24 year old female. I am experiencing severe hair thinning due to thyroid, gut issues and pcod. I already took my blood tests and started taking Vit D, Anofer(iron) and Neurobione ( B complex). Should I also start taking other supplements like Magnesium Glycinate, L-Carnitine L-Tartrate, Collagen peptides, Vit C, Vit E and Omega 3 to boost h

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

I'm on 4 months postpartum. I'm facing severe hairfall since 2 weeks . Previously I had vit D and Vit B 12 deficiency ( other tests are normal ) I would like to take some vitamin supplements which are safe for breastfeeding moms. Currently i'm taking tablets - COARCIMIN and GLONIA prescribed by my gynac. I never had this huge hair loss in my enti

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I just wanted to ask regarding my mother who is 52 year old , she is having excessive hair loss dont know why. She is eating diabetes medicine and some medicine regarding spinal issue.. Pls suggest me what is to be done to prevent hair loss problem.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

My mother is currently having problem of hair loss . Whenever she comb her hair , she loose lot's of hair, she is worried about this. Kindly give your solution for this.

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Need detailed history Book consultation ...  Read More

Hello doctors, So recently I am experiencing tremendous hair loss. I do apply oil, shampoo and conditioner. It's just breaking off while bathing and in day to day normal activities. I do have dandruff and my hair gets very rough. Please suggest and help.

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

I am 25 yrs old and from past 1...2 yrs I m facing a problem with hair loss and reducing face glow can u suggest me any supplement for skin and hair growth down with the blood tests all r in good range but still I am confused should I have to take any Marine collagen or any other supplements for skin and hair

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I have been seeing hair loss from last 1 year. I can see the scalp directly and hairs also get thinning day by day . I'm an IT professional and work in the night shift. Not sure how I can stop Hairfall before I bald completely.

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This may be starting of androgenic alopecia or male pattern hairloss. Kindly consult for better management. ...  Read More

Hello sir , basically i am suffering from hair loss approx 2 yrs so, please give me a suggestion what i need to do. Thanku

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Married for about 3 years and having issue of PCOD and hair loss. Kindly suggest medication accordingly.

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PCOD happens due to hormonal imbalance. Lot of bleeding or absence of menses are the symptoms. ...  Read More

In my hair dandruff is increasing day by day and causing hair loss continuously, need your suggestion and treatment to stop the same.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I had very thick hair in childhood then from teenage i started to loose hair alot and it became very thin i did allopathy started minoxidil then left it a month later bcz my friend told.me it willl cause more hair loss then did homeopathy then ayurveda then again homeopathy last year my partition was so vide and my scalp was very much visible so st

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I’ve had a lot of hair fall for 3 years but in the past 2–3 months, I’ve also noticed hair thinning. My ferritin is 17.9ng/mL, Vitamin B12 - 267 pg/ml, vitamin D serum - 36.6 ng/ml and thyroid tsh is 3.48. Are these levels okay for hair regrowth? Should I take iron or B12 supplements? If yes, which ones and for how long?

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You can start iron supplements with prescription. But you need more detailed evaluation to identify the cause for hair loss. Better to consult a physician. ...  Read More

I suffering with hair loss since three years tried different treatment..presently doing prp treatment but doctor prescribed medicines but I don't want to take medication does without medication does we can see hair growth

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I’m 25 year old. I've had gradual hair loss since 2021, especially on crown and temples. My diet is purely vegetarian for 10+ years—no meat or eggs. I rarely eat onion/garlic (once in 4–6 months). I regularly consume milk and buttermilk. I had mouth ulcers 1–2 years ago, now resolved. My father also had hair lo

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

In 71 yrs female with early stage compensated liver cirhosis, asymptomatic, no alcohol use, prediabetes, hypertension. LFTs, IgG are moderately elevated. ANA+. No ascites/jaundice. Biopsy not done. ?AIH?PBC How often repeat blood tests (LFT, RFT, PTINR,CBC) are advisable? Is every 3 months compulsory? Also can cirrhosis cause increase d-dimer?

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Every 3 month - Cbc, lft ,RFT, INR 6 month - USG abdomen ,AFP afp as per protocol 3 months also followed Ogd - every year ...  Read More

I am noticing significant hair loss which seems to be female pattern hair loss along with hair thinning since two years.. Can this be treated, please suggest treatment

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It can be treated. ...  Read More

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