How To Stop/ Decrease Hair Shredding?

Posted on Thu, 10 Aug 2023

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Question : How to stop/ decrease hair shredding?

Answered by Dr. Diwashish Biswas (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thyroid disorder Biotin deficiency Androgen alopecia Anemia
And as per the diagnosis, we can start treatment.
If thyroid profile report is normal and no anemia,
Then we can give trial of 2 month of biotin.
If no improvement, then may need anti androgen therapy with minoxidil.

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