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Posted on Mon, 3 Oct 2016

Question: I recently visited a Dermatologist for haifall problem and she indicate me that i have chronic telogen effluvium So what should i do now she give me ketoconazole shampoo and some vitamins adgain capsules.
he give some tests for Vitmain b12,d3,lipid profile ,TSH .Is it necessary to perform all these tests.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Use minoxidil

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
These tests are not essential however ot is usually done to find out any hidden cause.
You can continue with adgain and multivitamin capaules and along with these apply 5 % minoxidil lotion twice daily for at least 6 months.
This should help you.
If you dont get any response you can go for tests.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (26 hours later)

Hello,
Thanks for your reply.
Can you please tell me What is OT ?
I am afraid that this telogen effluvium can cause permanent baldness .Is it true ?
What is reason for this problem ? Is it stress/change in lifestyle.
Please tell me that how long it take to recover from this problem.
If Any changes in diet is required please suggest me .

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (17 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Continue with the medication.

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the follow up.
I am sorry it was a typological error.
I mean tests are required only if you dont get any response with medication.
Just relax and continue with treatment for at least 6 months.
Regular massage is also helpful.
Just relax stress can also lead to hair fall.
You will not get completely bald.
Take food rich in protein like egg and soyabean.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Veerisetty Shyamkumar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (3 days later)

hello,
Thanks for Your Reply.
Is there any side effects of minoxidil ?
Please suggest in which form i use this medicine for effective result like:shampoo.
and also suggest any brand name because i confused in which brand i bought ?
thank you.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (12 hours later)

Brief Answer:
use twice daily in the form of lotion

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Minoxidil comes in the form of spray.
It is to be applied twice daily.
Various brand names like tugain rogain etc are available.
You can use any of these.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Veerisetty Shyamkumar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)

Thanks for your reply.
Is there any side effects of minoxidil ?
Please let me know.
Thank you

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (25 hours later)

Brief Answer:
It's safe

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Minoxidil is safe and effective.
I have patients using it for more than 15 years without any side effects.
Just apply it twice daily.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Priyanka G Raj