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I have been facing breakage in my hair after straightening .Plz tell me a remedy to stop the breakage

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Do not straighten your hair. That makes the hair weak. The hair will return to normal in a few months. Don't be worried. ...  Read More

I am experiencing severe hair breakage and hair fall, my hair is a bit long. The front portions of my hair have already gone bald. This is happening for the past six months.What can be the reasons for this and please suggest a effective cure. I am planning to straighten my hair.

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Hi You seem to be having early male pattern hair loss. I would recommend a diet including lots of fruits and vegetables and protein. Please use a ph balanced shampoo and conditioner. You may need a s ...  Read More

M facing hair breakage after permanent smoothing..Please suggest some medicine or diet plan to stop it.

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There are many reasons for hair fall or thinning of hair on scalp. So first and foremost we have to find the cause with the help of detailed history and examination. Some of the common causes are nutr ...  Read More

My hair is long and thin and having lots of hair breakage...plz tell me best sulphate free shampoo for basic hair care routine...

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Thanks for the query. FPHL (Female pattern hair loss) is an increasing problem in today's society. Hair care is a daily ritual shaped by age, gender and internal health. The treatment typically consis ...  Read More

My hair is too thin and long.. but since few months i seen that my hair start breakage and become rough.. i used protein pack and lots off home remedies but it doesn't effect at all... how to cure them.

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Hello there. I can understand your concern. Then stop using home remedies, they might be doing more harm than good. Use good shampoo and conditioner. Consult a dermatologist in person for further ...  Read More

I have dry frizzy hair that are prone to breakage . I do not have any health concerns. Could you please recommend a shampoo and conditioner that can help me with my hair problem .

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You need specific hair serum... for detailed prescription do direct online consultation with photos ...  Read More

Experience heavy hair breakage and hair fall. Hair thinning and hair becoming curly day by day. Low confidence. I completed my 40 in July this year. Hair greying happening too but that's not a point of concern.

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Kindly go for direct consultation with doctor, as that would be better to solve your queries . ...  Read More

I am having hair breakage from middle of hair all over the head . Its like my hair has broken into two halves , almost entire head is covered with broken hair and my hair is extremely dry . I had my thyroid checkup almost 11 months back and it was normal . Never on thyroid medication as its always normal . Suffering from hairfall since last year

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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. ...  Read More

I have hair breakage problem so i trimmed my hair and then i saw there are less dense hair at middle than sides..am i suffering from male pattern baldness or it is normal? please suggest me to cure this problem..i feel so disappoting at having this problem at early age...please help me.. i m attaching a photo of my scalp..

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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. ...  Read More

Hello i want to know that now a days in winter whenever i scratch my head,some of my hair breaks and i notice that some of them are of normal thickness but few of them are very thin so how would i know if it is a permanent hairfall or just a normal hair breakage due to weak hair ? I have irritation of scalp as well due to dryness or dandruff.

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It is a condition of seborrhea dermatitis which causes dry patches,hair fall and itchiness. Various treatment methods are there to treat such condition so as hair fall but it depends on the severity. ...  Read More

I am facing hair-fall ,hair breakage and have very dry rough and frizzy hair. can suggest best affordable minoxidil brand and how to use the solution and can i take finasteride tablets and the dosage of medicine and how to manage dry hair.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I having a lot of hair fall for the last 6 months. There is a lot of hair breakage as will. I have oily hair so have to wash after every 2-3 days. There is dandruff as well on my hair. My hair has always been fine hair but it feels like it has become more fine.

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Treatment depends upon severity of your condition. Kindly consult online for proper treatment and guidance. ...  Read More

I have been experiencing extreme hair fall and brittle hair for quite some time now. My B12 levels are around 224 pg/dL, they fall within the normal range but are they low ? is B12 the reason for my bad hair health ?

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Without pics and complete history it is not possible to tell the cause for hair loss ...  Read More

Recently i m facing extreme hair breakage.i get a blood test which shows vit d3 and vit b12 deficiency .plz recommend either some supplements or injection of b12 deficiency. And some hair fall treatment or medication

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Fungal infections in the groin and buttocks are commonly referred to as ringworm, jock itch or tinea cruris. They occur when certain types of fungi, such as dermatophytes, grow and multiply in warm an ...  Read More

I started taking thyronorm 50mgc from March my tsh is currently 4 i was diagnosed with pcod and little elevated prolactin level, undergoing treatment but my hair started breaking and falling . What do I do? What test can solve this issue? My hair is rough, brittle and dry. Please provide some solution.

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Please share your reports of thyroid, cbc all reports done till date ...  Read More

I'm 19 and I had an accident 9 months ago and I got stitches on my head at that time my hairs were breaking so I did buzz cut since then I grew my hairs long till 8 months suddenly again my hairs started falling or breaking whenever I get shower and I put my hand in hairs 7 -8 hairs breaks from scalp and and when I pull my hair it doesn't pain may

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I understood your concern and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can hel ...  Read More

Why my hair is breaking and growth is slow plus i have so much dandruff even after shampooing it itches vigorously what is the reason and the treatment?

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Hello ,got your concern ,it can be treatable with further evaluation, better healthcare and proper treatment ..For prescription and counselling regarding the same you can consult me through this app ...  Read More

Recently I have been to a dr for my concern regarding thining and some loss of hair dr prescribe me minoxidil 5 % and nutriderm keratin shampoo & conditioner but it is very costly cannot afford above 3500 per bottle plz advice me some cheaper and good option

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Alternate medicine available depending on the grade...at low cost.. for detailed prescription do direct online consultation with photos ...  Read More

I have never had thick hair, but over recent few years my hair has really got worse. There is lot of hair loss to the extent of hair line reduction and hair breakage. My hair doesnt grow long too. I want to get long lustrous hair. Please help me achieve my goal of long and healthy hair.

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Receding hair line and thinning of hair indicates more towards female patterned hair loss. Which can be genetic. It also requires to rule out other causes of hair loss like anaemia,PCOS, Thyroid disor ...  Read More

As I have taken the cycling daily for long distance, I'm having issues with hair breakage causing bumps & rash in the thigh and scrotum area. Need a long-term solution for hair removal in the area

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Thigh problem...It's Fungus or yeast infection....common around skin folds like thighs and genitals.. avoid sweating, sharing clothes,towels and soap.. specific medicine required depends on the severi ...  Read More

My hair has been decreased in volume, become very frizy and life less. It breaks with in the length.

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You need specific hair serum.. for detailed prescription do direct online consultation with photos ...  Read More

Hello I have recently consulted a dermat for my hair concern. Im having around 50strands as an average hairfall also sometimes it increase 50 to 100strands also I have hair breakage issue. My hair breaks and cuts into half and I won't get long hairs. They suggested a tablet and hair serum for hair strengthening and regrowth. Keragloeva tablets and

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Did u suffer covid off late? ...  Read More

Hello I'm facing severe hair fall after smoothening from past 6 months and nothing is working please suggest what to do for stopping hairfall.

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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. ...  Read More

Post covid seviour hairfall ,hair breakage ,every day getting 300-400 hair fall, facing issue from almost a month

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You are suffering from hormonal changes causing post COVID Telogen effluvium causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible with certain medications without any side ef ...  Read More

I have very thin hair. At base my hair is slightly dense compared to ends. My hair breaks and falls every time I comb. I'm using homemade herbal oils. I used to get hair smoothening. Now stopped from an year. Had huge hair fall after baby delivery. Now baby is 3yrs old. Can I use any hair serums or treatment at affordable cost. Please help.

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Healthy food gives healthy hair. Usually hair fall is seen during 2-3yrs of breast feeding due to lack of nutrition. Hemce first you have to correct the diet. Include all vegetables: leafy, pulses, gr ...  Read More

I have thin hairs and whenever I comb my hair breaks and falls. It increased after delivery. Now my son is 3yrs old. Can I take any hair serum or hair treatment which is affordable. Please suggest.

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Yes...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 eff ...  Read More

I have thin hairs and my hairs break and fall every time when I comb. After delivery I had hairfall and my baby is now 3years. I used to smoothen hair. Please suggest for hair breakage splits and hair growth. Can I use any hair serum. Please help

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You can.. however 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 ...  Read More

Hi, My mother is facing severe hair breakage and thinning. She has thyroid issues and thus takes thyrox-50 tablets every morning. Kindly consult. Thanks.

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She's 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. Tr ...  Read More

Break 25 to 30 Hair while combing and applying oil to my hair every day. Earlier, I used to use Dabur Mustard Amla Oil. Right now I use Bhringraj Oil, but still my hair breaks. I use lifebuy soap for hair. What can i do to stop hair loss. While combing my hair comes into the comb.

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You may be suffering from androgenic alopecia which is also called as pattern baldness. The hairs start reducing in density at the crown (top) and also the hairline starts refeeding from the front. T ...  Read More

Im a 20 year old male, since last few weeks i have been noticing hairfall or hair breakage while im shampooing or setting up my hair and i also noticed a small amount of hairbaldness, my hair is dry and my scalp too, i have lot of dandruff also, can i get suggestions for the remedies for this problem.

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Hello dear. You could be having seborrheic dermatitis. It can result in extreme hairfall and dry itchy skin. Kindly consult online for proper examination and treatment of your condition ...  Read More

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