What Should I Do About Fungal Infection On My Scalp Leading To Dandruff And Severe Hair Loss?

Brief Answer:
Fungal infection is a common problem

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Fugal infection of scalp is a common problem. It can result from stress, medicines especially antibiotics etc. Actually its not an infection, its an overgrowth. Fungal forms are normally present on skin and mucosa. When we damage the normal flora with antibiotics etc., fungi tend to overgrow. So we cannot eradicate them completely. We can only try to restore the previous balance. Another problem that happens is that the scalp becomes sensitive to many other medicines. Still another problem is hair fall due to damaged hair follicle as a result. More medicines we use, more is the damage.

Best is to avoid any medicines on scalp including anti-dandruff shampoos and ayurvedic preparations. Use a shampoo that has minimum chemicals in it. You will need to try some common brands like pantene and tresemme and see which one suits you. You can also get checked for anemia by doing a complete blood count.

Hope this helps. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Dr Vaishalee

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Brief Answer:
Yes, treat anemia

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

I would suggest that adequate treatment of anemia will be very helpful in hair fall.
Dove hair fall rescue if its suiting you then continue, otherwise come down to a regular shampoo.
Since nails are getting affected, its probably candida. Drink cleaner water from RO system, take hygienic food and exercise regularly. Take good care of yourself to restore the normal flora balance.

Dr. Vaishalee

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