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Sudden extreme hairfall since 3-4 weeks
Since August, I've suddenly started to get extreme hair loss happening, which has resulted in my top of my hair thinning out completely. I've had a very sedentary lifestyle working from home last 6 months with zero physical activity, and irregular sleep pattern, mostly deficit in sleep, and added stress from work and finances, long hours in front of the screen. Sometimes my scalp also feels itchy but not sure if dandruff. Very concerned since it's not gradual and just happening all of a sudden and still going on. I've not oiled earlier but now started to with coconut and bringraj. How do I know the cause of this and stop it and recover the loss? Thank you for taking the time.
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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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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 refeeding from the front. This is usually progressive throughout life unless treated. This may also be accompanied by severe dandruff. The FDA approved treatment for this condition is a lotion and tablets. There is no other alternative. No oil or cream will magically work because the hairs are getting miniaturised and eventually disappearing due to the hormonal effects on the hair roots. Along with this, you can also consider platelet rich plasma therapy for faster results. Please contact me with photos using online consult option for proper examination and treatment. Do not start treatment without consulting.
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