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Can lack of sleep cause hair fall?
Hi...Suddenly from 3 weeks i started excess hair fall.. I changed nothing in my routine except sleep...
earlier i used to sleep at 11.30 and wake up at 7.30... Now i sleep at 11.30 and wakeup at 6.00... Is this this the reason for hairfall???
If yes... Please suggest solution...
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Lack of sleep is probably not the only cause.
There are multiple causes of hair fall like hormonal, nutritional deficiencies, thyroid problems, drugs, viral illness, stress, dieting, sudden weight loss etc.
Detail history and laboratory tests are needed
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consult a dermatologist with photographs for treatment
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protein rich diet recommended
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Yes.. possible...You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Telogen effluvium 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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Dr. Kumara lakshmanan
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Coimbatore
There are various other causes of hair fall including stress and lack of sleep..need to evaluate furthur for proper management..consult a dermatologist..take care..
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Dr Hitesh Viradiya
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Surat
Only sleep changes may not be the only cause..it's also stress related or deficiency of protein intake in diet..
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kindly consult online with photographs for detailed prescription and further management
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