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Suggest Treatment For Severe Hair Loss And Excessive Weight Gain

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Posted on Thu, 2 Feb 2017
Question: My hair is breaking and falling out in clumps. I also seem to be gaining weight.
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (41 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Please, get evaluated for possible hypothyroidism!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I have reviewed your information. Weight gain and hair falling off is suggestive of a possible low functioning thyroid gland. To explore this, you should get your blood TSH levels measured. This will give us a very good idea about what is going on. Also, other possible symptoms of this condition are constipation,, dry skin and feeling often fatigues. Let me know if you are having any of these.

I hope this helps. I wish you well and hope to hear from you. If you have more concerns, feel free to ask more information and clarifications if need be.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Ivo Ditah (21 hours later)
Yes, I have some constipation, and dry skin. Thank you for your help. I will make an appointment for a thyroid evaluation tomorrow.
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (13 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Keep me posted!

Detailed Answer:
HI,

I'll appreciate updates from you.
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Suggest Treatment For Severe Hair Loss And Excessive Weight Gain

Brief Answer: Please, get evaluated for possible hypothyroidism! Detailed Answer: Hi, I have reviewed your information. Weight gain and hair falling off is suggestive of a possible low functioning thyroid gland. To explore this, you should get your blood TSH levels measured. This will give us a very good idea about what is going on. Also, other possible symptoms of this condition are constipation,, dry skin and feeling often fatigues. Let me know if you are having any of these. I hope this helps. I wish you well and hope to hear from you. If you have more concerns, feel free to ask more information and clarifications if need be.