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IS IT POST COVID HAIRFALL ?
My age is 26, i had covid 3 mnths back , im having lots and lots of hairfall all of sudden i never had so much hairfall before and my scalp is being super oily and itchy with dandruff these days , what should i do ? Is it normal ?
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Could be acute telogen effluvium post covid infection. It resolves in approx 6 months duration. Medicines are available to fasten recovery and promote hair growth
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consult a dermatologist
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Yes, this is post COVID telogen effluvium. You can visit our clinic for full evaluation and treatment
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