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Suffering From Graves Disease. Taking Neo-mercazole, Severe Hair Loss. Treatment Options?

Hi, a few months ago i was diagnosed with graves disease i am a 16year old female the doctor says i am getting much better but i have to remain on medication for a few more months i am takinf 2 tablets twice a day of neo-mercazole i have started to notice my hair falling out quite rapidly and this is distressing to me is there anything i can do??
Wed, 9 Jan 2013
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Hello
Thanks for the query .
You should continue treating the root cause of hair fall that is the thyroid .
I would suggest that you should apply Minoxidil 2% lotion on your scalp . It will help restore the hair loss and will promote new hair follicle growth as well .
Thanks and take care
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Suffering From Graves Disease. Taking Neo-mercazole, Severe Hair Loss. Treatment Options?

Hello Thanks for the query . You should continue treating the root cause of hair fall that is the thyroid . I would suggest that you should apply Minoxidil 2% lotion on your scalp . It will help restore the hair loss and will promote new hair follicle growth as well . Thanks and take care