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Hair loss pattern in PCOS
What kind of hair issues do PCOS patients can expect in their mid 20s .
I'm having excessive hair fall
I used 10 % minoxidil and finasteride tab for a period of three months.
After discontinuing the treatment after 8 months the problem of excessive hair fall from the roots started again.
I have frontal oily scalp and occipital area dry!
And on scratching white dry residue like comes out!
I'm currently taking biotin and protein a lot but no use!
Recent diagnose case of PCOD
Just wanna know will these changes revert back to normal once the PCOD prob subsided?
What more I can do
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Treatment depends on the grade...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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Dr. Manas Chopra
Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Delhi
Don't self treat yourself especially with finasteride at this age.
PCOS is a condition you are born with. It manifests itself differently in different people.
Consult online for proper evaluation and treatment
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Consult online and follow professional advice. Don't self treat, it can be dangerous
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Dr. Mamta Shah
Cosmetologist
8 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Hello
Pcod is utterly related to female patterned baldness which consist of widening of midline partition, hair thinning, excessive breakage, associated oily scalp and dandruff.
All these changes are attributed to hormonal imbalance- core issue of pcod
Yes!! You can revert back the effects once pcod is under control but it takes time and require series of medications and treatments with lot of patience!!
Next Steps
Consult me via practo to get a medical management for your hair fall
Health Tips
- Try to avoid stress
- Take balanced diet
- Weight management is a key
- Follow your pcod medication strictly
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