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Lost hair and losing (post covid)
Hi Doctor, I got discharged from hospital on May 5th after lung infection treatment due to covid. I was given remdesivir injection also. since last week I can see hair loss is more during head bath and my scalp is getting visible. Please help me save my hair and also to regrow lost hairs.
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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 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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This is acute telogen effluvium post covid infection. It resolves in approx 6 months. Medicines are available to hasten recovery
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consult a dermatologist with photographs for treatment.
Health Tips
protein rich diet recommended
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Its called telogen effluvium , it's common after any infection . It will come back to normal . If it's really bothering you take treatment
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reduce hair wash to thrice a week
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eat healthy food rich in biotin
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