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Massive hair loss
I am female (18 yrs) , I recently shift to hostel for my college this August and I am facing massive hair loss...like when I comb there's alot of hair fall...when I am washing , seven to eight strands at once in bundle comes out , my middle partition is getting wider, I don't know what to do , help me
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Telogen effluvium with female pattern hair loss
Better to evaluate with history and basic blood investigation soon .
Iron or vitamin deficiency has to be ruled out.
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Sudden hair loss in such a short time could mean telogen effluvium. Ruling out other causes requires proper history and examination. Do consult with a dermatologist locally or book an online appointment for further guidance.
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PS: If its telogen effluvium, the condition will self resolve
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If ur partition line is getting wider then there are chances of intiation of female pattern hairloss. Do u have history of thyroid disorders or pcos etc. kindly consult for better diagnosis and management.
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Specific treatment available for better outcomes
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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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Specific medication will treat your concern.
Kindly consult online for proper treatment and guidance.
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Dr. Apurva Shindikar
Dermatologist
5 yrs exp
Nashik
Detailed history and blood tests are needed.
Have you done any weight loss or suffered from illness recently?
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kindly consult Us online for appropriate Treatment.
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Dr. Simoni Sarodia
Dermatologist
4 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Kindly go for direct consultation with doctor, as that would be better to solve your queries .
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Dr. Taranpreet Kaur Kalra
Dermatologist
7 yrs exp
Mohali
You are having hormonal hair loss. We need to find out the causes for it and for which proper evaluation is required.
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Kindly consult a dermatologist for proper evaluation and management.
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Dr. Rahul Trivedi
Dermatology
1 yrs exp
Gulbarga
Hi .. I would suggest few things
Don't tie hair tightly
Eat properly and take tab follihair for 2 months
Sleep properly
Use drinking water to wash head
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
40 yrs exp
Mumbai
Kindly consult us online so that we can get your detailed history and prescribe you accordingly
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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Lucknow
It's female pattern hair loss
Consult online with photos for proper evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Dhavala Guna Sagarika
Dermatologist
7 yrs exp
Visakhapatnam
Detailed history and clear images are required for correct diagnosis and treatment. Triggers should be ruled out and avoided
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kindly book online consultation for proper management
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Dr. Devang Pandya
Dermatologist
5 yrs exp
Jamnagar
Don’t worry
it’s a reversible condition
Need some history and some clear photos for further guidance
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Book online consultation for further guidance
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Dr. Vaibhav
Dermatologist
11 yrs exp
Delhi
Any recent medical history of illness or Hospitalisation ?
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Dr. Amandeep
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Khanna
Will improve with medication
Consult online for further management
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
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 & guidance.
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