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Hairfall problem
I am suffering from sudden hairfall from last 1.5 months. I could see hair everywhere, whether my hairs are freshly combed or tangle, they keep falling whenever I comb them or even when I simply tie them loosely with my hands. Entire day I loose around 1000 to 1200 hairs. Kindly suggest medical test to rule out deficiency.
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Stress
Thyroid deficiency
Dandruff
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Dr. Alisha Fatima
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Ayurvedic Endocrinologist & Internal Medicine Specialist
7 yrs exp
Lucknow
Consult online so that I can guide u what tests u need according to history and examination as there are multiple causes
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Get done cbs, vitamin b12 , vitamin d3 , thyroid profile
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And consult online for proper evaluation and management
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Call me online
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Kindly test for deficiencies
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Hello, Thank you for your query,
Would like to examine your scalp and detail history is advisable.
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kindly visit the clinic or do online consultation.
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Specific treatment available after blood test
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information
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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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●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 .
●𝗩𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰
●𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 1.5 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗳.
●𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.
●𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁 𝗺𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀.
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Ms. Hetal Pathak
Yoga and Naturopathy
6 yrs exp
Vadodara
Hello,
Losing 1,000+ strands daily indicates Acute Telogen Effluvium (sudden mass shedding), often triggered by internal nutritional depletion, hormonal shifts, or high circadian/work stress (common in aviation routines).
To pinpoint the exact root cause, please get the following essential blood tests done:
1) Iron Profile + Serum Ferritin (Target ferritin should be >50 ng/mL for hair regrowth, not just borderline normal)
2) Thyroid Profile (TSH, Free T3, Free T4) (To rule out subclinical thyroid dysfunction)
3) Serum Vitamin D3 & Vitamin B12 (Critical micronutrients for follicular anchoring)
4) Complete Blood Count (CBC) with ESR (To check for underlying anemia or hidden inflammation)
Immediate Care:
Avoid vigorous combing, scalp friction, or tight tying while wet.
Focus on adequate hydration, quality protein, and sleep regulation between flights.
Once you have these reports, share them for a targeted clinical and nutritional correction plan.
Warm regards,
Dr. Hetal Pathak
Clinical Cosmetologist & Naturopath Physician
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Dr. Y Urmila
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Tests would be recommended after examination and assessment of the scalp. Please consult for the same.
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Dr. Geo Danny C
Dermatologist
11 yrs exp
Chennai
Do take a vitamin b12 test and iron studies
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Dr. Rashmi Naldeega
Aesthetic Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Delhi
Kindly consult online for further examination and proper treatment
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Dr. Hemangini Patel
Dermatologist
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
Kindly consult with a dermatologist for further management.
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
Dermatologist
19 yrs exp
Noida
Specific medication will improve condition.
Kindly consult online for proper treatment.
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Dr. Prerna Gautam
Dermatologist
3 yrs exp
Indore
Kindly consult so that the pattern of your hair fall can be examined, and then accordingly the test would be advised for you
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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
Trichologist
10 yrs exp
Lucknow
Multiple causes
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluation and treatment planning.
Kindly schedule an online consultation with a dermatologist for a comprehensive assessment, prescription, and further guidance.”
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Dr. Ankita Gahlot
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
This kind of sudden, heavy hair shedding usually points to telogen effluvium rather than a scalp problem. It's commonly triggered by low iron stores, thyroid changes, or ongoing stress. Hair loss like this usually settles over a few months once the trigger is found and treated.
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Ask for ferritin, thyroid and vitamin D tests, since a normal haemoglobin alone doesn't rule out low iron stores.
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See a dermatologist or gynaecologist in person if your periods are irregular too, since that points to a hormonal cause.
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