Can Hard Water Cause Hair Loss- 338 Questions Answered

I have moved to UK and the water here is way too hard and causing hair loss. How to counter this? I am planning to wash my hair every 4-5 days now, else i feel like i will get bald soon. Are there any products which can protect from these? I am going to install a shower filter anyway. Please help.

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Dr. Siri N S Dermatologist | Bangalore

Hello no need of any panicking. Hard water cannot be the root cause of hairloss as it only damages the shaft of the hair and also causes the strand to fall which are already weak at the root. So kindl ... Read More

I am 19 years old and currently living in Hyderabad. The water which comes here is hard water which has lead to a lot of hair loss for me . Could someone plz help me with a solution.

Asked for Male, 19 Years 633 Views v

Dr. Parul Garg Dermatologist | Delhi

You can start tab hairlbess once daily . But to control hairfall you need to start on hair serums also which can control hairfall ... Read More

I am from North & I have shifted to Bangalore few months before I am facing huge amount of hair loss because of hard water of Bangalore. I tried to change my shampoo I started using Wow apple cider vinegar but even after that so much of hair loss is happening although I am using the mineral water can (drinking water plastic can) to wash my hair

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Asked for Female, 23 Years 421 Views v

Dr. Himani Negi Homoeopath | Chennai

Homeopathy can very efficiently deal with cases of hair loss, and produce excellent results. In Homeopathy, a huge number of wonderful medicines are present that are used to tackle hair loss cases. Ev ... Read More

I relocated to Hyderabad before one month, my hair started falling drastically as the water in my apartment is very hard due to bore water. Now I have installed shower filter and washed my hair once till now, whenever I am doing comb hair is falling very drastically still. Please help me to stop this or repair the damage. Many thanks.

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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U r suffering from telogen effluvium..do direct online consultation for detailed information and treatment ... Read More

Hi Doctor, Recently I have observed my hairs are thinning and falling drastically. We don't have genetic disorder as my parents and grandparents having good hairs.. Only I can see that we have hard Water or borewell water used.. If I take bath in native then I can see the hairball stops immidiately. I am vegetarian south India. I have regular diat

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Asked for Male, 39 Years 289 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

You are suffering from androgenic alopecia which is also called as pattern baldness. The hairs start reducing in density at the crown (top) and also the hairline starts receeding from the front. This ... Read More

Recently shifted to sarjapura road,where TDS of the water is around 900 and i used to take regular head bath from childhood with shampoo, but due to hard water i am facing serious hair fall issue .wt shd i do kindly suggest me ( i dont even have heredity issue for hair loss from both of my parent side)

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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

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There are many reasons for hair fall. So first and foremost we have to find the cause with the help of detailed history and examination. Some of the common causes are nutritional deficiency, hormonal ... Read More

I am facing hair fall with hard water, may I know any process that I can use to make the hard water, please suggest me any liquid or powder that I can mix with water to make it soft.

Asked for Male, 27 Years 1606 Views v

Dr. Venkat Raghav General Physician | Bangalore

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Hello....... If you are using hard water, you have to stop it... You can use minoxidil cream but consukt dermatologist before taking any medicine because without treating underlying cause hair fall d ... Read More

Hi doc can you please suggest how to protect my hair from hard water naturally as I stay in a place which has extremely hard water so dont know wat to do. Please help

Asked for Female, 27 Years 284 Views v

Dr. Sandeep Gupta Dermatologist | Delhi

Use filtered water for head wash ... Read More

Can hair fall due to hard water or other reasone come back And grow again plz tell me suggest me any solution too threat it

Asked for Male, 22 Years 279 Views v

Dr. Hithysh BM General Physician | Bangalore

hello yes u can try minoxidil topical application and consult dermatologist for further evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

Does fluoxetine cause hair loss or hair thinning? If yes please suggest me any antidepressant which does not cause hair loss?

Asked for Male, 34 Years 2071 Views v

Ms. Hema Sampath Counselling Psychologist | Bangalore

I would rather suggest you to consult a psychologist for a medicine theraphy. ... Read More

Hello Doctor, I am an 18-year-old male with gradual hair thinning for the past few years. Hair fall is usually less than 50 hairs per day but occurs during bathing and combing. My hair has become thinner, especially around the front hairline/temples. I also have dandruff with white and yellow flakes, occasional itching, and mild scalp redness. Keto

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Asked for Male, 18 Years 45 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluat ... 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

Asked for Female, 21 Years 50 Views v

Dr. Shaista Fatma General Physician | Lucknow

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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 have diffuse hair loss from past 6-7 months , with oily scalp , dandruff , no any genetic history related to family ( male pattern baldness ) soo what could be the reason. I'm a medical student and going to GYM daily but unable to maintain proper diet due to financial issues so please diagnose the condition as early as possible and give the idea

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Asked for Male, 21 Years 46 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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 name is sushma. I am 42 years old. I use hard water. Because of that I have hairfall and my hair is very thin. Please suggest me.

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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

Asked for Male, 28 Years 60 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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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Asked for Female, 26 Years 102 Views v

Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui Trichologist | Lucknow

No Not whole life ... Read More

Facing Dandruff Problem also hair thinning and hair loss, Dandruff causing iching on the scalp, Please help me out.

Asked for Male, 19 Years 78 Views v

Dr. Rashmi Nandwana Dermatologist | Noida

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Specific medication will treat your concern. Kindly consult online for proper assessment and treatment. ... Read More

I have been told as FPHL and treatment was suggested PRP to control it but it is not working or no improvement is visible even after 8 sessions. The significant changes in hair density started about 4 to 5 years ago and it got worse after getting positive COVID 19 and relocating. I have doubt that change in water caused more damage as my scalp star

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Asked for Female, 31 Years 44 Views v

Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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Hi , I have been using hard water and it's causing dryness in my skin. I saw a product contains sodium gluconate, apple cider vinegar , fragrance and brilliant blue. It's claiming that it softens water. So is it safe and effective ?

Asked for Male, 26 Years 127 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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 hair which reaches just above the hip so having long hair can cause hair loss in the front region of head?? That is just above the forehead.. I being recommend by my friend to get my hair. Short because long hair causes frontal hair loss is it true?

Asked for Female, 25 Years 79 Views v

Dr. Fiza Choudhary Dermatologist | Thane

It could be due to multiple reason.Please consult online with pictures for detailed prescription ... Read More

Can long hair cause hair loss in the front region of head?? I have hair above my hip so can tht cause hair loss in the front region of head due to pressure

Asked for Female, 25 Years 202 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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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 moved to uk since 1 month and due to the hard water here, i am losing hair and hair is becoming thinner. Please help me hoe to counter this? I don't wanna get bald :( Thanks.

Asked for Male, 26 Years 100 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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 been suffering from alopecia areata and hair loss problem.. Can I take one single dose of Omez 20 ?? Does it cause hair loss?

Asked for Female, 29 Years 58 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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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

Recently I loose 25kgs weight of my body.But it seems my hair becomes dry. Daily I take sprouts & Nutrition food too.before weight lost my hair dense and growth in crown area is fine only.But now it's seems low dense and thinning. 1) is it because of my weight loss,Does weight loss cause hairfall,is it common? 2) I cut down rice and carbohydrat

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Asked for Male, 26 Years 107 Views v

Dr. Ujjyani Sengupta Pawar General Physician | Mumbai

Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ... Read More

Recently I loose 25kgs weight of my body.But it seems my hair becomes dry. Daily I take sprouts & Nutrition food too.before weight lost my hair dense and growth in crown area is fine only.But now it's seems low dense and thinning. 1) is it because of my weight loss,Does weight loss cause hairfall,is it common? 2) I cut down rice and carbohydrat

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Asked for Male, 26 Years 170 Views v

Ms. Itu Chhabra Dietitian/Nutritionist | Noida

Please connect directly the same... Insufficiency in diet can cause the same. Thanks ... Read More

I have a 18 days old newborn. If I do coconut oil massage before bath and apply baby lotion after bath. Can I bathe my newborn with hard water?

Asked for Female, 31 Years 178 Views v

Dr. Ramya Srinath Pediatrician | Bangalore

Your query regarding massaging is unclear. Better is warm water Avoid it going into the mouth. For any queries, book an online consultation with me. I am a lactation consultant, IYCF (Infant and Yo ... Read More

Hello Dr Does raise in blood sugar will cause hair loss and insomnia? Kindly advice. Regards,... .

Asked for Male, 39 Years 82 Views v

Dr. S K Wadhwa Gynecologist | Lucknow

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If you get so much tension due to the rise in blood sugar levels then anything can happen. It is not the blood sugar but it is your basic personality which reacts adversely to any stressful situation. ... Read More

Hi dr I'm using isotretinoin 10 from last 10 days And now I'm about to use 20mg I'm scared I read somewhere does isotretinoin cause hair loss I'm not sure Pls reply Will isotretinoin 20 cause me hair loss I have moderate acne

Asked for Female, 24 Years 249 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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Not for everyone.. however alternate safe medicine available... for detailed prescription do direct online consultation ... Read More

Hair loss problem what is the root cause and what will be the treatment for stopping hair loss...

Asked for Male, 35 Years 124 Views v

Dr. Asmita Pandey General Physician | Ujjain

Root cause can be any or many. Stress or disturbed diet, heredity, any previous illnesses etc. Dietary changes can be made. Can add regular Biotin supplements. Keeping the scalp clean helps as well. ... Read More

Is it safe to put alum in water for bathing/facewashing purposes on a daily basis.?..and for exactly how long does it need to be kept immersed in water ?..Also, Can alum be just glided(Not rubbed) on the face on a daily basis

Asked for Female, 23 Years 541 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

What for? For detailed information do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

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Can hard water cause hair loss

I have moved to UK and the water here is way too hard and causing hair loss. How to counter this? I am planning to wash my hair every 4-5 days now, else i feel like i will get bald soon. Are there any products which can protect from these? I am going to install a shower filter anyway. Please help.

I am 19 years old and currently living in Hyderabad. The water which comes here is hard water which has lead to a lot of hair loss for me . Could someone plz help me with a solution.

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I am facing hair fall with hard water, may I know any process that I can use to make the hard water, please suggest me any liquid or powder that I can mix with water to make it soft.

Hi doc can you please suggest how to protect my hair from hard water naturally as I stay in a place which has extremely hard water so dont know wat to do. Please help

Can hair fall due to hard water or other reasone come back And grow again plz tell me suggest me any solution too threat it

Does fluoxetine cause hair loss or hair thinning? If yes please suggest me any antidepressant which does not cause hair loss?

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

My name is sushma. I am 42 years old. I use hard water. Because of that I have hairfall and my hair is very thin. Please suggest me.

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

Facing Dandruff Problem also hair thinning and hair loss, Dandruff causing iching on the scalp, Please help me out.

Hi , I have been using hard water and it's causing dryness in my skin. I saw a product contains sodium gluconate, apple cider vinegar , fragrance and brilliant blue. It's claiming that it softens water. So is it safe and effective ?

I have hair which reaches just above the hip so having long hair can cause hair loss in the front region of head?? That is just above the forehead.. I being recommend by my friend to get my hair. Short because long hair causes frontal hair loss is it true?

Can long hair cause hair loss in the front region of head?? I have hair above my hip so can tht cause hair loss in the front region of head due to pressure

I have moved to uk since 1 month and due to the hard water here, i am losing hair and hair is becoming thinner. Please help me hoe to counter this? I don't wanna get bald :( Thanks.

I have been suffering from alopecia areata and hair loss problem.. Can I take one single dose of Omez 20 ?? Does it cause hair loss?

I have a 18 days old newborn. If I do coconut oil massage before bath and apply baby lotion after bath. Can I bathe my newborn with hard water?

Hello Dr Does raise in blood sugar will cause hair loss and insomnia? Kindly advice. Regards,... .

Hi dr I'm using isotretinoin 10 from last 10 days And now I'm about to use 20mg I'm scared I read somewhere does isotretinoin cause hair loss I'm not sure Pls reply Will isotretinoin 20 cause me hair loss I have moderate acne

Hair loss problem what is the root cause and what will be the treatment for stopping hair loss...

Is it safe to put alum in water for bathing/facewashing purposes on a daily basis.?..and for exactly how long does it need to be kept immersed in water ?..Also, Can alum be just glided(Not rubbed) on the face on a daily basis

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