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Suggest Treatment For Hair Loss With Hypothyroidism

I am a 32 year old woman. Although it is not very apparent, I have excessive hair loss every time I oil, shampoo or comb my hair. I have hypothyroidism and take 100mcg of eltroxin every day. I check my thyroid levels every year and they have been normal with this dosage of eltroxin for the last 4 years. What can I do control my hairloss. I have tried ayurveda but it did not help.
Wed, 5 Oct 2016
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Hello and welcome to HCM,
You seem to be suffering from excessive hair fall commonly seen with hypothyroidism. Though your levels are normal , the overall hair growth and rate of growth may be affected more in your case,even on treatment.

In your case, the hair fall ,maybe prolonged due to other factors as well, such as poor nutrition, stress, lack of rest, low iron and hemoglobin levels, hormonal changes, also any history of thyroid disorders etc.
Dandruff,Chemical treatments,dyes on hair can also aggravate hair fall.
For your hair to grow well, it needs sufficient nutrition.Fever, typhoid, recent illness, water change, work stress, pollution etc is a factor.
Low hemoglobin/iron levels need to be checked as well.

These causes need to be considered and treated as they affect hair growth.
You can consult a dermatologist regarding any tests that may be required to diagnose the causes. They can assess your hair in person and advise accordingly. They may advise hemoglobin, iron, hormone levels if needed.

For now you may start a Recute solution or Tress gro serum to scalp at night , along with hair supplements daily like Keraglo or Biotee capsule. This needs to be continued at least for 2-3 months to see results. Use mild shampoo and conditioner like Anaphase or Renocia for hair growth
Do start with the treatment as advised and see a doctor.

If your hair is very thin and scanty on the scalp, and medical methods do not work well for you,after a few months of observation, certain new surgical procedures can be considered such as PRP, as will be advised by your consulting doctor after observation, if they feel that it will be a good option for you. This is a later option.
Also get a good nutritious diet, avoid stress,pollution, get good rest.
Hope this guides you
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Suggest Treatment For Hair Loss With Hypothyroidism

Hello and welcome to HCM, You seem to be suffering from excessive hair fall commonly seen with hypothyroidism. Though your levels are normal , the overall hair growth and rate of growth may be affected more in your case,even on treatment. In your case, the hair fall ,maybe prolonged due to other factors as well, such as poor nutrition, stress, lack of rest, low iron and hemoglobin levels, hormonal changes, also any history of thyroid disorders etc. Dandruff,Chemical treatments,dyes on hair can also aggravate hair fall. For your hair to grow well, it needs sufficient nutrition.Fever, typhoid, recent illness, water change, work stress, pollution etc is a factor. Low hemoglobin/iron levels need to be checked as well. These causes need to be considered and treated as they affect hair growth. You can consult a dermatologist regarding any tests that may be required to diagnose the causes. They can assess your hair in person and advise accordingly. They may advise hemoglobin, iron, hormone levels if needed. For now you may start a Recute solution or Tress gro serum to scalp at night , along with hair supplements daily like Keraglo or Biotee capsule. This needs to be continued at least for 2-3 months to see results. Use mild shampoo and conditioner like Anaphase or Renocia for hair growth Do start with the treatment as advised and see a doctor. If your hair is very thin and scanty on the scalp, and medical methods do not work well for you,after a few months of observation, certain new surgical procedures can be considered such as PRP, as will be advised by your consulting doctor after observation, if they feel that it will be a good option for you. This is a later option. Also get a good nutritious diet, avoid stress,pollution, get good rest. Hope this guides you