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Extreme hairfall
I have thin dry brittle hair with hair fall
issue.my iron levels and thyroid are normal.front of scalp is devoid of hair.scared to take minoxidil as it causes hair growth on areas of face and body.what should i do?extremely distressed.
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This is advance stage female pattern baldness. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment
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It looks like extensive female pattern hair loss, and may need evaluation and treatment beyond just minoxidil (which you should start using, just avoid spill on the face)
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There are many reasons that contribute to hairfall. Even if iron level is fine, your vitamins and many other things need to be tested. With proper diet , topicals it can be maintained and even regrowth is possible.
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You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible with certain medications without any side effects. Treatment depends on the grade of hair loss. So, it's a must for diagnosing which grade, you are in for an effective treatment. Please send more photos of your head, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and proper treatment.
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Dr. Twinkle Patel
Dermatologist
5 yrs exp
Valsad
You are having female pattern baldness various treatment options are available
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Dr. Rashmi Naldeega
Aesthetic Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Delhi
Kindly consult online for further examination and proper treatment
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Dr. Amandeep
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Khanna
It will improve with medication
Need to follow that
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Surat
Specific investigations and check up required
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Get in touch with local dermatologist
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Dr. Chinmay Ratkanthiwar
Dermatologist
5 yrs exp
Nagpur
You will need a thorough history and examination to understand the cause of hairfall
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Dr. Keyur Patel
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Surat
there are various causes of hairfall,for that history is required.
there are different treatment options available for it.
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online consultation for details.
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
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 & guidance.
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