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Extreme hair loss
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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 weight upto 2kgs from 66 to 68. I've recently joined work after my maternity leave and I'm working in government sector. My job timings are from 10-6. It sometimes becomes late for me to come home mostly 8 pm. I am not knowing the issue and this is creating extreme stress for me. I used to do yoga before baby but now time is not sufficient for any physical workout.
Kindly give a suggestion for my well being .
Thank you in advance
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Consult a skin doctor ,it us manageble.
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Due to stress.change lifestyle and diet mainly .
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Hi, please consult for details
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Hair loss at your stage is very commonly due to postpartum telogen effluvium â a condition where hair that was retained during pregnancy starts shedding after delivery, and it can continue up to 12-18 months postpartum. On top of this, stress, disrupted sleep, and nutritional gaps from breastfeeding and a busy schedule can all worsen hair fall significantly.
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Please get a blood test done including thyroid function (TSH), haemoglobin, serum ferritin, Vitamin D, and Vitamin B12, as deficiencies in these are very common causes of hair loss in your situation. These results will help guide the right treatment. Feel free to consult me directly on Practo for a detailed evaluation.
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Hair fall 12–18 months postpartum can still occur, especially if breastfeeding continues and stress levels are high.
Check investigations: CBC, Serum Ferritin, TSH, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, and Zinc.
Ensure adequate protein intake (eggs, milk, curd, pulses, soy, fish/chicken if non-vegetarian).
Continue a balanced diet and maintain hydration.
Aim for 7–8 hours of total sleep and try 20–30 minutes of physical activity (walking/yoga) most days.
Rosemary water is generally safe but evidence is limited. Avoid frequent changes in hair products.
If hair thinning is significant or persists beyond 3–6 months, consult a dermatologist for scalp examination and further management.
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Hair fall in pregancy is common and can be extented ..Since You are seeing improvement u can continue these measures u have been following..
U seemed to be in chronic stress and exhaustion with all taking care of the child and ur hectic work ..
Fatigue can be also because of Vitamin deficiency ,anemia ,Inadequate calorie and protien intake too
Feel free to consult me so that we can discuss in detail about ur issue
Make time in the morning to meditate
Relaxation techniques Breathing techniques to calm urself ..
Rejoin ur Yoga class if possible.
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CBC ,Serum Ferritin levels ,Vitamin B12,Vitamin D3 ,
Follow back with reports
Consume protien rich diet ..ideally 1g/kg per day atleast
Adequate hydration with plenty of oral fluids
Eat fruits and veggies often .
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Need some more history from your side to give you better treatment plan and advice on your case
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Hair fall after pregnancy can persist for many months and may be worsened by stress, lack of sleep, nutritional deficiencies, and hormonal changes.
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Feel free to book a consultation so we can discuss the complete treatment plan in detail.
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Consider checking CBC, ferritin, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, and thyroid profile.
Maintain a protein-rich diet, adequate hydration, and stress management.
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Reduce stress, take protein and zinc supplements. If hair are long,
Comb them regularly and do not allow them to be tangled.
It is temporary and will be over soon.
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Hi,
It’s temporary and improves with time, nutrition, and reduced stress.
Continue your current hair care, add balanced diet, rest, and gentle exercise when possible.
Feel free to consult for further guidance. 👍
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The sudden shedding of hair can be due to stress, decreased sleep and anemia. Stress can be due to separation from baby and difficulty to get back to the work routine. You need to worry if 1. There are visible bald patches
2. Receding hair line
3. Losing more than 100 strands of hair a day
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Get your Haemoglobin levels tested
Take your iron supplements at night and calcium supplements in the afternoon
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Take plenty of oral fluids
Regularization of sleep routine
Keep stress under control and don't hesitate to take help
If you need more assistance kindly reach out
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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. Hair fall after pregnancy is very common and can continue for many months, especially if stress and nutritional imbalance are present. Sudden increase in hair shedding can also occur due to iron deficiency, vitamin D/B12 deficiency, or thyroid imbalance.
The slight weight gain may be related to stress, reduced physical activity, irregular meals, and hormonal changes.
For now, continue gentle hair care and focus more on correcting the internal factors:
* Take a protein-rich diet (eggs, milk, curd, paneer, sprouts, nuts, green vegetables)
* Maintain adequate hydration
* Try to sleep adequately whenever possible
* Even 20–30 minutes of walking/yoga at home can help significantly with stress and hormonal balance
You may continue rosemary water if it suits you, but avoid excessive use of multiple hair products together.
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Get thyroid profile done and have a follow up
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Have healthy good
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Dr. Nischal Cyril Kumar
General Physician
2 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Hair fall after pregnancy can continue for many months and may get worse with stress, lack of sleep, nutritional deficiencies, or thyroid problems. Your recent weight gain and increased stress also need attention.
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Please get your Hb, ferritin, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, and thyroid profile checked. Try to maintain a protein-rich diet and adequate sleep as much as possible. If hair fall is increasing or you notice thinning of hair, consult a General Physician or Dermatologist for evaluation. If you wish, you may also book a consultation through the platform for personalized medical advice.
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Do
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Hingoli
Consult to dermatologist once and do Thyroid function test also
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Mr. Bhanu Prasad Reddy
General Physician
2 yrs exp
Kadapa
As you said you had rejoined your work after a maternity leave
Hair loss may be due to the stress at your work place
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Restart your yoga sessions and have a proper meals and manage your stress levels
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