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Excessive hair fall since last 1 month
Hello doctor,
Since last month my hairs are falling from the roots in large numbers. They have become extremely week that when I touch them with my fingers or comb them, a handful of them come out. Please tell me what should I do?
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Hair loss can be due to many factors like iron deficiency vitamin deficiencies or recent stress
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Hairfall is not due to one single cause. There are many conditions which can cause extreme hair loss and thinning of hair on the scalp. So first and foremost we have to find the cause of hair fall with the help of detailed history and examination. Some of the common causes maybe nutritional deficiency, hormonal causes like androgenic alopecia also called pattern baldness, hypothyroidism, telogen effluvium etc. Unless we find and read the cause there is no point in giving non specific treatment. Also one should refrain from home remedies as it does not give any relief from hair fall. Oil and shampoos do not have any effect on hair growth as they are not absorbed in the skin.Please contact me using online consultation for proper diagnosis and treatment
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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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As I can see you have indicated migraine treatment as your medical history, the cause can lie with stress, medications or other factors. I advise you to consult any doctor accordingly.
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How many hairs are falling per day?
What is your age ?
Mention your age ,gender also
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get serum ferritin level checked
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avoid stress
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Dr. Dipty Agrawal
Dermatologist
11 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Hello
Since when Ur facing this problem.
Have u taken any treatment for it.
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Hair fall can occur due to hormonal changes, improper diet, stress and pollution.
I will need pictures of ur hairs to judge the problem better
Health Tips
concentrate on protein rich diet like milk sprouts daal eggs.
Avoid any chemical use, straightening and smoothening of hair
u can do direct online consulation with me so that I can suggest you further treatment.
take care
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