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Hair loss post pregnancy
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It has been three months post my delivery i am facing huge hair loss
Currently i am taking iron calcium and Nurokind -LC tablets
Kindly suggest any home remedies to reduce hair loss
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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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Hairfall post pregnancy is normal as there are major hormonal changes that take place and the body also undergoes a lot of stress; hairfall usually stabilises by 6months. But definitely you can always start some multivitamins and zinc supplements but consult your gynaec 1st.
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
40 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hello, hair loss post pregnancy is common due to sudden change in hormones. Proper course of vitamins is important. If no change in a few months then please consult. You can contact us for online or in clinic consultation.
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Dr. Shivanu Mathon
Dermatologist
10 yrs exp
Ludhiana
It’s normal to have hair loss post pregnancy but you can control it by various treatment methods . Consult online .
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