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Hairfall issue
I am 18 year old student ( female) experiencing tremendous hairfall .
My hair became thin and less volume.
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Hair fall at this age is common and usually manageable with proper evaluation and treatment.
Common Causes
Iron deficiency (most common)
Poor nutrition or low protein intake
Stress and lack of sleep
Dandruff or scalp infection
Hormonal imbalance (PCOS in some cases)
Treatment Plan
1. Oral Supplements (for 3–4 months)
Biotin + Zinc + Multivitamin
Once daily after food
Iron supplement (only if iron level is low)
2. Topical Treatment
Minoxidil 2% solution or foam
Apply 1 ml once daily at night
Apply only on the scalp
Continue for at least 6 months
Initial shedding during the first 3–4 weeks is normal.
3. Shampoo
If dandruff is present:
Ketoconazole 2% shampoo
Use twice weekly for 4–6 weeks
If no dandruff:
Use a mild shampoo 2–3 times per week
4. Diet
Eggs (1–2 per day)
Milk or curd
Green leafy vegetables
Fruits
Nuts (almonds, walnuts)
Adequate protein intake
Light oil massage once or twice weekly
Manage stress
Expected Results
1 month: reduction in hair fall
3 months: appearance of new baby hair
6 months: visible hair regrowth
Next Steps
Required Investigations
Before starting treatment, the following tests are advised:
Hemoglobin (Hb)
Iron profile (especially serum ferritin)
TSH (thyroid function test)
If periods are irregular → PCOS evaluation may be required.
Note: Serum ferritin should ideally be above 40 ng/ml for healthy hair growth.
Health Tips
Avoid junk food
Lifestyle Measures
7–8 hours of proper sleep
Avoid tight hairstyles and excessive heat styling
If hair fall is associated with:
Irregular menstrual cycles
Acne
Weight gain
PCOS should be ruled out.
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Take follihair tab. Once a day after breakfast for 3 months
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T biotin 1 od for 1 mnth
Oil massage regularly
Hair combing
Shampoi twice a week
Balanced diet
Kz shampoo if there is dandruff
If not getting better consult a dermatologist.
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Check dandruff
May require biotin/iron/TSH
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Try hairbless tablet 1 tab after breakfast
It gives great results
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At this age most common causes are hormononal , vitamin and mineral deficiency .
Next Steps
Get an CBC , thyroid profile done
Health Tips
hair wash advice
if you have normal scalp --2 - 3 time per week
oily scalp / dandruff -- 3- 4 times a week
Dry scalp --1-2 times per week
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Check iron and hb
Also check if u have dandruff
Avoid using harsh chemicals
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Tab. Biotin 5mg what is daily for three months?
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Consult for more information
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Common causes are stress, nutritional deficiency, hormonal issues.
Do tests: Hb, ferritin, TSH.
Take protein-rich diet + multivitamin.
Avoid tight hairstyles & stress.
You can consult with me via Practo for proper evaluation.
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Protein rich diet and multivitamin
Also go for thyroid profile as in hypothyroidism hair fall may occur.
Avoid Stressors,tight hair styles as they can lead hair fall.
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Need more information and some investigation to know about cause of hairfall
Next Steps
Consult nearby doctor or on practo
Health Tips
Don't start any treatment before It's diagnose
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Avoid stress
Take good nutritious food
Check t3t4tsh
Take tab evion 200 mg daily for three months
Consult online
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at your age its premature.needs thorough evaluation.
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Need few more details about your menses and thyriod
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Consult
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Get Thyroid function test
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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue.
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You need to antioxidants therapy and change diet and lifestyle.for more management you need to consult me on practo for further management and evaluation.
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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. Sajid Ali
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Kanpur
Have multivitamin
Can consult to Dermatologist
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Dr. Nimmi Mulwani
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Do s. TSH, CBC, iron profile, vitamin B12 D3 test
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Dr. Nitesh Singla
Pediatrician
6 yrs exp
Ludhiana
As a pediatrician i would suggest, get your ferritin levels done. Most common cause is low iron with low stores. As per report we can proceed forward.
Next Steps
A blood test called “serum ferritin”
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Jaipur
Need some more details kindly consult
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
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Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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Hyderabad
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