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Hello, I am 23 year old man with curly hair. Because my hair is curly I never could grow it big and it has always been a nuisance to manage. I am considering getting my hair permanently straightened. I wanted to know what are the side effects of permanent hair straightening.

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You may have hair fall dryness itching of scalp due to the chemical used for hair strengthening in addition u may face split hair ends issues ...  Read More

Hello Sir. 2 years ago i used hair straightening cream but i got side effects of it like hair loss, hair thinning, dandruff & dry scalp. i'm really worried about hair loss i am practically bald. please help me.

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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 receeding from the front. T ...  Read More

Afraiding whether there would be any side effects or any other problems for straightening the hair occasionally

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Hi Thanks for your query. Usually the hair structure can be damaged due to such hair treatments. ...  Read More

Is permanent hair straightening cream harmful for hairs ?and please tell mebwhat are the side effects of hair straightening cream

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Yes ...  Read More

I want to know in what span i should be normally doing hair straightening...can i go for permanent hair straightening every 6 months

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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

Which permanently hair straightening cream is best for men Which one has no side effects? And from which cream my curly rough and hard hairs turns into straight and silky hair for ever with out any side effects

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Don't worry.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis a ...  Read More

Sir I have done hair straightening...am seeing lot of hair is falling down ...before hair straightening I don’t have any hair fall but now am seeing so much hair falling down..please give me a quick remedy to stop this...will this fallen hair will regrow or not..?

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All people who undergo straightening face hairfall. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice ...  Read More

I did hair straightening in Dec 2022 and it left me with hair being straight and rough rather then smooth.. i spoke to the respective salon and they suggested me to do keratin treatment... Pls suggest if i should do keratin treatment now considering i did straightening in Dec.. also as i might want to do straightening again in Dec 2023 since i want

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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

Dear sir / mam, I have very dry and frizzy hair. I couldn't be confident in meeting even if I dress well because of my hair. For the past 2 years, am only thinking of doing hair straightening. I have thin hair( not too thin), please suggest me I can go for hair straightening or not. Mine is Very dry and frizzy hair so I my hairdo looks different wh

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If u have thin hair, go for cysteine or keratin treatment ...  Read More

I have done hair straightening and am seeing lot of hair is falling..when I comb my hair...am feeling nervous...doctor told it is Androgenetic alopecia..what does it mean..??can I stop this and how..??can I regrow my hair without any medications..??

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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

Does Copacabana Hair Botox leads to hair damage and hair fall ?My hairs are always frizzy so was planning to do so .. or I will have to straighten my hair with the help of straightener which is a heating device ..what will damage more ?

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Both damage the hair , kindly refrain ...  Read More

I am 28M and i am having a lot of hairfall. Probably alopecia genetic. How donI stop it? I was thinking about getting a hair transplant but that would put me on finisteride anyway. I have enough hair right now to keep myself up on fin and maintain it without transplant. But the concern is i have gone through the experience of many people on reddit

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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 very long hair till waist ..I wish to color them 2 inch from hair end point (waist part) I want to know will that be safe and won't affect my hair growth or not cause hairfall.

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Safe... for details do direct online consultation with photo ...  Read More

Hi Can we do hair smoothening or hair straightening while breastfeeding? Is it safe or not to do please suggest

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Yes it is safe for the baby. But its not good for your hair ...  Read More

Hello doctors, I recently got my X ray done for cervical, It's showed neck straightening due to Muscle spasm , Please see the attached report. I am Feeling vertigo, Ringing in ear, Blurry vision from last week. Please advice . Thankyou.

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Consult for the appropriate medication and guidance forr neck exercises If needed My clinic in Delhi ...  Read More

Hi i have wavy hair wanted to go for hair smoothening will there be any side effects. Like hair fall, dandruff

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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 had straightened my hair twice in 10 months I have really long hair but they are curled up and shedding really fast. I have wavy hair, I'm loosing alot of them and getting patches.

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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

Can I go for hair straightening in pregnancy? Is henna okay to apply instead of hair color? Not enough research available it seems on internet ? Already asked my doctor but looking for another suggestion.

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You can use henna during pregnancy. Straightening is fine but avoid the use of chemicals, some can be harmful. ...  Read More

How to straighten curly hair naturally which ayurvedic oil to use to straighten hair and make it frizz free

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No such oil is available Use hair straightener ...  Read More

Can hair Prp causes Cancer Tumor In feauture Is there any side effects in feauture due to hair PRp

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No ...  Read More

I had a hair spa 1 day before can I go for hair prp. Today... Can I go for prp Prp has any side effects

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Yes ...  Read More

My age is 22 a doctor suggested hair prp 8 session and minoxidil 5%tugain finastiride 1mg Is it safe sir for long term

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Safe but have regular follow ups ...  Read More

I have get done straightening of my hair in October end and after a month till now I am experiencing hairfall.Please help me out don't want to go to parlour for solution as I already have done the mistake of straightening there

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More information is required to treatment your hairfall at the moment. Please attach images and consult online for a better evaluation and treatment plan. If you have information about the type of k ...  Read More

I had hair prp before 3 months now iam getting headaches is it due to prp only Is hair prp has any major side effects?

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No..not because of that.. for detailed information do direct online consultation with photos ...  Read More

Is there any other option available for crooked teeth and straightening of then without using braces?

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Hi..Straightening of mal aligned teeth can be done with help of invisible ALIGNERS if u dnt won't to go for braces.There are lot of companies making them and thy provide home visits also. You can cons ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, Kindly suggest which kind of or which brand heat protection should be applied on hair before using straighteners or any kind of heat on to the hair?

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Straightening itself by heat only . for detailed information do direct online consultation ...  Read More

Diagnosed with straightening of lumbar curve. Any suggestions how to cure it? Is it completely curable?

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Take proper rest, Electrotherapy for 15 days and after 1 week of electrotherapy, you will be suggested with lower back strengthening exercises which helps strengthening muscles and spine. Maintain pro ...  Read More

Hello I want to know whether a Hawley appliance can straighten teeth.and can be an alternative to fixed braces.thanks in advance.

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Hi, teeth movements are best done with fixed appliances, the Hawleys can do minor tooth movements and are generally used as a passive appliance following fixed appliance therapy for retaining the teet ...  Read More

Good morning doctor Hello, I have small gapes inbetween my teeth and I didn't have proper straight teeth So I want to straighten my teeth without braces because Once I went to one dental clinic near by my home they told me to remove 2 tooth for braces but I didn't like to remove 2 tooth. So please suggest some any other method of straighten my tee

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Yes there are natural treatment options without tooth removal, however we need to assess functionally to advice if it’s possible for you. Thanks Dr. Shifa ...  Read More

I can't straighten my leg whenever I try to do it , back and side of my knee hurts very badly . There is no swelling whatsoever . I got hurt while playing football

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Looks like hamstring trouble . We need to see and examine you to confirm . U could start ice packs for now . ...  Read More

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