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Can medical conditions like typhoid and high fever 105 degrees and weakness can cause missed periods or light spotting instead of periods?

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Yes it can ...  Read More

Does fluoxetine cause hair loss or hair thinning? If yes please suggest me any antidepressant which does not cause hair loss?

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I would rather suggest you to consult a psychologist for a medicine theraphy. ...  Read More

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Hi, Female, 34, 50kgs, 5.3 feet Preconditions: highly fluctuating thyroid (usually hypo) from last 10 yrs, sjogren, raynaud, cloudy eyes (side effect of medications) Below are medical recordings in early Dec'23 Hb: 11.5 TLC: 3.31 Absolute Neutrophil: 1,715 HCT: 35.4 RDW-CV: 14.8 ESR: 36 Blood sugar fasting: 76 Transferrin saturation: 12.98 (11.1 in

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Please consult a General Physician with all the reports for further management. ...  Read More

Hello Sir, I am suffering from hair loss. i have contacted doctors for it but still there is no any improvement. Also i have a habit of masturbation on daily basis. Does daily masturbation cause hair loss.

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masturbation doesnot cause hairloss there are several reasons for hairlosss like diabetes thyroid malabsorption malnourishment anaemia stress pollution lack of self hygiene heriditary or genetic facto ...  Read More

Please only tell me any antidepressant which does not causes hair loss. Because my depression is also related to hair loss. Hope you will prescribe a medicine. Thanks

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Need to evaluate your depression ...  Read More

Consuming deviry for getting the period regularly.. Does deviry cause hair loss?

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Harmonal imbalance,lack of sleep , improper diet , stress anxiety ,all these cause hairloss . ...  Read More

I don't know what this is and have tried a lot of solutions(oil, dandruff meds) etc... caused hair loss all over scalp.

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Hello dear. It looks like seborrheic dermatitis. Kindly consult online for full assessment and a detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hi dr I'm using isotretinoin 10 from last 10 days And now I'm about to use 20mg I'm scared I read somewhere does isotretinoin cause hair loss I'm not sure Pls reply Will isotretinoin 20 cause me hair loss I have moderate acne

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Not for everyone.. however alternate safe medicine available... for detailed prescription do direct online consultation ...  Read More

Do growing a beard cause hair loss in men? I like to grow a long beard, does this cause hair loss?

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No ...  Read More

I am an 18 year old male with no family history of hair loss. My hair used to be thick until recently, I believe my hair is thinning out and my hair line is changing. I have been masterbation about twice a day since I was 14 and I have read that excessive masterbation releases DHT which in turn causes hair loss. Is this true or just a myth with no

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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 developed an area on my chin where hair growth has suddenly disappeared. I consulted a dermatologist earlier and she suggested antoxid HC CAPSULES for 30 days along with momate lotion and minoxidil but it still hasn't gotten better.

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●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁  𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁⻿ ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I am an 18-year-old male with gradual hair thinning for the past few years. Hair fall is usually less than 50 hairs per day but occurs during bathing and combing. My hair has become thinner, especially around the front hairline/temples. I also have dandruff with white and yellow flakes, occasional itching, and mild scalp redness. Keto

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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 evaluat ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I am 20 years old male with genetic hair loss and receding hairline. Can I safely use Minoxidil 5% + Finasteride 0.01% topical solution? I have Odisha Police medical exam after 6 months. Will this medicine show up in blood or urine test or cause any problem in selection? If this treatment is safe for me, please provide a prescription.

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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 months you will get permanent relief. -Will prescribe the c ...  Read More

I have diffuse hair loss from past 6-7 months , with oily scalp , dandruff , no any genetic history related to family ( male pattern baldness ) soo what could be the reason. I'm a medical student and going to GYM daily but unable to maintain proper diet due to financial issues so please diagnose the condition as early as possible and give the idea

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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 have been told as FPHL and treatment was suggested PRP to control it but it is not working or no improvement is visible even after 8 sessions. The significant changes in hair density started about 4 to 5 years ago and it got worse after getting positive COVID 19 and relocating. I have doubt that change in water caused more damage as my scalp star

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Can long hair cause hair loss in the front region of head?? I have hair above my hip so can tht cause hair loss in the front region of head due to pressure

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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

Recently I loose 25kgs weight of my body.But it seems my hair becomes dry. Daily I take sprouts & Nutrition food too.before weight lost my hair dense and growth in crown area is fine only.But now it's seems low dense and thinning. 1) is it because of my weight loss,Does weight loss cause hairfall,is it common? 2) I cut down rice and carbohydrat

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ...  Read More

Recently I loose 25kgs weight of my body.But it seems my hair becomes dry. Daily I take sprouts & Nutrition food too.before weight lost my hair dense and growth in crown area is fine only.But now it's seems low dense and thinning. 1) is it because of my weight loss,Does weight loss cause hairfall,is it common? 2) I cut down rice and carbohydrat

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Please connect directly the same... Insufficiency in diet can cause the same. Thanks ...  Read More

Hello Dr Does raise in blood sugar will cause hair loss and insomnia? Kindly advice. Regards,... .

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If you get so much tension due to the rise in blood sugar levels then anything can happen. It is not the blood sugar but it is your basic personality which reacts adversely to any stressful situation. ...  Read More

Hair loss problem what is the root cause and what will be the treatment for stopping hair loss...

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Root cause can be any or many. Stress or disturbed diet, heredity, any previous illnesses etc. Dietary changes can be made. Can add regular Biotin supplements. Keeping the scalp clean helps as well. ...  Read More

I was put on LOETTE for my period cramps for 3months My cycle is regular and I have no signs of pcos or pcod Ever since I started taking the pill my hair is falling out rapidly every minute of the day Can it be because of the pill or is it something else??? I HAVE TAKEN THE PILL FOR 2 months now should I stop because of my hair loss or continue

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

I was diagnosed with PCOD, and my previous doctor had put me on Yaz which helped control the acne and skin problems. I exercised and lost weight as well, and the doctor said if I continued to stay fit, I can stop the medication. Subsequently, I stopped the medication, but due to lockdown and work stress, the conditions came back and became much wor

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Yes you can re-start yaz ...  Read More

Dear Sir / Madam, Good Evening, I Have No Dandruff But Plenty Of Hairs Getting Fall Daily, I know Body Temperature ,Vitamins Lag & Stress Will Cause Hair Loss, But I Don't Have Major Issues In Temp & Vitamin Lag, Even I Have Hair Loss In My Moustache & Beard Also, What Will Be The Better Solution To Come Out From This Prob, Please Sugge

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Hello Getting such hair loss as patchy hair loss is alopecia areata and barbea and proper assessment required for better treatment and approach. Photographs are required to get a complete idea about y ...  Read More

My hair started to fall at the age of 20 I have tried everything minoxidil procepia they work until I use them after leaving them my hair starts to fall again. But after coming in college I stopped masturbation and they stopped failing I have not masturbate from 3 months and now they are getting better. So I want to know is it true does masturbatio

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No relation to masturbation. 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 ...  Read More

Hello... I'm suffering from Seborrheic dermatitis so my dermatologist suggested me to use selsun shampoo and diprobate plus lotion., it prooved really effective for me and my problem was solved but still I have to use the lotion 2 times a week in order to avoid the reoccurence of the condition so i want to know if can use morr f5 solution bcoz I w

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Go ahead. ...  Read More

I am on seizure medicine lacoset 100 mg from 2-3 mths now. I had a seizure for the 1st time on 27th January 2020. Recently seeing severe hair loss. Can this medication cause severe hair loss? Or is this related to some other issues?

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No mam. Hair loss is not a known common side effect of lacosamide. I would like to review your case fully and then I will be able to help you. Regards ...  Read More

Reducing weight 1kg by every month with hair loss.what will be the cause and need some medical advice

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There are so many causes of simultaneous weight loss and hair loss.You need proper evaluation.Consult physician. ...  Read More

Recently I noticed hair loss in a single part of my head , I have thyroid issues and pcod , is it a new medical conditions should I visit any doctor

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You are suffering from alopecia areata causing patchy hair loss.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by ...  Read More

I am suffering from rapid hair loss from few months what could be the reason and what should I do..and is it a myth that masturbating can cause hair loss.

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Masturbation has nothing to do with hairloss There are many reasons for hairfall or thinning of hair on the scalp. So first and foremost we have to find the cause with the help of detailed history an ...  Read More

I am currently addicted to lecotanil( bromazepam) on high doses. I usually take 6 to 10 talblets of lexotanil 3mg in a day. Now they have no effect on me, Doctor prescribed me to take valium10 mg (diazepam) twice a day. But I only want to know does valium (diazepam) cause hair loss? Regards to all of you.

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No it does not ...  Read More

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