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Hairfall continues after delivery
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My baby is 16 months old now. I had severe hairfall 4 months after delivery. Though it has decreased it is still there. Can i continue to have folic acid and iron tablets? I had very thick hair earlier, it has started thinning post delivery.
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You are suffering from hormonal changes causing post partum 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. Sowbhagya
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8 yrs exp
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Postpartum hair loss( telogen effluvium) is a inevitable change due to the reduced estrogen levels . It usually start within 5months giving birth and lasts for 3-4 months. It is very hard deal with such kind of hair loss but the good part is its usually stops and gets back to normal in its own.
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Modify your hair care routine
Healthy diet
Postpartum vitamin supplements
Do not take stress
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Be patient and gentle with your self . Take the help you need from the experts.
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