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Hairfall and Lice problem
Hello Doctor,
My daughter is 7.6 yrs.. offlate she has too much hairfall.. she too have lice.. what to do to stop hairfall doctor?
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Sheela
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You are suffering from 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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Lice can easily be treated. We need tk check the cause of hairfall, long standing lice infestation can also cause hairfall. Please contact me using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment.
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
38 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hello... at this age due to nutritional deficiency and long standing lice infestation.. kindly consult in clinic with relevant picture or visit in clinic for detailed prescription.
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Dr. Jyotsna Joshi
Dermatologist
26 yrs exp
Pune
Hairfall management requires a holistic approach. It is multifactorial. Most common is nutritional in this age group. But requires evaluation and treatment accordingly.
Head lice is easily treatable.
Do consult your dermatologist.
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