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During haircut I notice a patch on scalpe and there were no hairs on that particular area which was so sudden before days there were hairs on this area what might be the cause behind such sudden hair loss

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It is alopecia areata. You need to visit your nearest doctor or consult online. ...  Read More

Can a recurrent UTI cause hair thinning and hair loss. I had 2 episodes of UTI and experienced sudden hair thinning and hair loss in a period of 2 months

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There are many reasons for hair fall. So first and foremost we have to find the cause with the help of detailed history and examination. Some of the common causes are nutritional deficiency, hormonal ...  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

Hello, I am Having a Sudden hair loss and my hair is Becoming Thick. I need Immediate help if you can suggest something

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There are many reasons for hair fall. So first and foremost we have to find the cause with the help of detailed history and examination. Some of the common causes are nutritional deficiency, hormonal ...  Read More

I am suffering from sudden hair loss starting from past three weeks, i am able to see my hair thinning.

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The hair cycle normally consists of growing, resting and falling hairs and there is a delicate balance between these stages of hair cycle. Normally hair should re-grow but if it is not happening, you ...  Read More

Hi, I ve sudden hair loss from last two months. Already I had undergone hair treatment (2014-2016). Now I experienced sudden hair loss.

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There are many reasons for hair fall or thinning of hair on scalp. So first and foremost we have to find the cause with the help of detailed history and examination. Some of the common causes are nutr ...  Read More

I am having a sudden hair loss and a patch of hair has been removed from my head. What are the chances that i am suffering from alopecia areata and what do i do now?

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Hi there....I can understand your concern. Thin hair, hair fall could be due to many reasons like hereditary, stress, thyroid disorders, anemia, pcod, recent fever, vitamin deficiency, seborrhic capit ...  Read More

Hair loss form head as well as from my eyebrows. Hair loss is sudden and it's overall What I suppose to do? To stop it and grow new healthy hairs!?

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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 and examination. Some of the common causes are n ...  Read More

My hair is becoming thin, I have hair loss and find much gap between the hair. Hair fall started suddenly. Should I need any treatment

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Probably U r suffering from telogen effluvium.. please send photos of your scalp for proper diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

Hi, I have started having sudden hair loss too much. I am applying hair oil but it is not affecting anything. I don't have thiroid. Please suggest any medication which will help me to get the lost hairs back and hair loss will stop. Thanks

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If you have Dandruff apply AF-K lotion twice weekly for one month and MX2 daily at bedtime for one month. ...  Read More

I was experiencing hair fall while living in Kolkata, so I consulted a dermatologist through Practo. She advised a few blood tests and then prescribed Minoxidil along with Vitamin D3 and other supplements. Recently, I moved to Delhi, and since then my hair fall has increased significantly. I am noticing visible thinning, and my hair condition has b

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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 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

I have seen this kind of loss of hair on back of my head with redness and no itching is it alopecia areata? And how to treat it

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It is seborrheic dermatitis. Doesn't seem to be hairloss ...  Read More

I have hair loss problem. My periods are fine. Hair is thinning. Hair is dry but scalp is oily. Diet is protein rich. And take vitamin e capsule regularly

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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

Good morning I am 34 years old and I am having a 16 month old baby girl. I'm still breastfeeding but only during the nights. Recently from a month I'm experiencing extreme hair loss. I'm using traya and alps rosemary water for hair loss. And I've seen an improvement but suddenly the hair is shedding while just combing my hair. I have also gained w

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Your symptoms are most likely due to a combination of postpartum hormonal changes, ongoing breastfeeding, stress, lack of sleep, nutritional deficiencies, and recent work-related lifestyle changes. Ha ...  Read More

I have suddenly developed hair miniaturization and thinning. I do not have baldness from either my father’s side or mother’s side of the family, but my doctor still prescribed Finasteride. I started Finasteride, but it is not helping my hair fall much. My hair is still thinning and becoming almost invisible very fast. My questions: Can

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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

My girlfriend has been experiencing significant hair loss for the past year, and her hair has also become thinner. This has caused her a lot of stress. Please suggest some remedies to help stop her hair loss

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

Hi Due to some personal reasons I stoped eating nonveg for nearly 2 yrs .There is no white hair for me .From past 4 to 5 months sudden outburst of more white hairs made me worry . If it became of vitamin deficiency kindly suggest some best supplements

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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

Suddenly he lost is memory and talking about young age thing. Unnecessary visualization he is doing and talking himself.2 days back it is started. Could you please suggest what I need to do . He is having only medicines for BP, diabetic every day. every day.

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What is the age & is there any trauma history ? ...  Read More

Hello, I'm 26 yr old female. I'm suffering from hair loss and flaky dandruff. The scalp turns itchy if I apply any serum I'm suffering from this problem ever since covid happened. I have used various hair growth serums such as Haeroot hair serum, imyxia etc as prescribed to me But I have noticed that by applying these serums my scalp turns itchy t

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Use ketoconazole . Kindly consult with me on 94 two six eight six 78 nine six. ...  Read More

I'm a 26-year-old male experiencing progressive hair loss for the past 8 years. Before age 18, I had no hair problems whatsoever, but the loss started suddenly and has worsened over time despite trying multiple treatments. I've consulted with homeopathy practitioners, Ayurvedic doctors, and dermatologists. I've used topical minoxidil, ketoconazole

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Good evening dietary n lifestyle changes needed if not good in that case. ...  Read More

I just wanted to ask regarding my mother who is 52 year old , she is having excessive hair loss dont know why. She is eating diabetes medicine and some medicine regarding spinal issue.. Pls suggest me what is to be done to prevent hair loss problem.

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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

My mother is currently having problem of hair loss . Whenever she comb her hair , she loose lot's of hair, she is worried about this. Kindly give your solution for this.

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Need detailed history Book consultation ...  Read More

Hello doctors, So recently I am experiencing tremendous hair loss. I do apply oil, shampoo and conditioner. It's just breaking off while bathing and in day to day normal activities. I do have dandruff and my hair gets very rough. Please suggest and help.

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

I have been seeing hair loss from last 1 year. I can see the scalp directly and hairs also get thinning day by day . I'm an IT professional and work in the night shift. Not sure how I can stop Hairfall before I bald completely.

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This may be starting of androgenic alopecia or male pattern hairloss. Kindly consult for better management. ...  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

Hello sir , basically i am suffering from hair loss approx 2 yrs so, please give me a suggestion what i need to do. Thanku

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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

Married for about 3 years and having issue of PCOD and hair loss. Kindly suggest medication accordingly.

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PCOD happens due to hormonal imbalance. Lot of bleeding or absence of menses are the symptoms. ...  Read More

In my hair dandruff is increasing day by day and causing hair loss continuously, need your suggestion and treatment to stop the same.

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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 very thick hair in childhood then from teenage i started to loose hair alot and it became very thin i did allopathy started minoxidil then left it a month later bcz my friend told.me it willl cause more hair loss then did homeopathy then ayurveda then again homeopathy last year my partition was so vide and my scalp was very much visible so st

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No Not whole life ...  Read More

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