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Suggest Remedy For Extreme Hair Loss

I am 21 years old right now and have been experiencing hair loss or shedding should I say for the past 2-3 years. I have smoked marajuana for 6 years and cigarettes for 3 years. I have been through a couple of illnesses such as typhoid fever and have undergone an appendectomy during this duration as well. I have been through a lot of stress and my hair loss is primarily on the top of the scalp along with the sides of my head. It seems to be diffuse and am worried whether it is temporary or permanent as in the case with androgenic alopecia. I am also lacking in vitamin d and have a trait of beta thalesemia. Any input would be kindly accepted and thank you for your time.
Tue, 19 Jan 2016
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain as you have diffuse hairloss and not typical patchy along with a considerable medical history indicates that you have Tinea Effluvium that is severe hairloss due to medical conditions and stress..

I would however suggest you to consult a Trichologist and get evaluated and he can advise you investigations like complete blood picture, Demography to rule out the exact cause of hair fall..
He can advise you to apply 5% Minoxidil solution over the scalp.
Take Biotin and Multivitamin supplements..
Take more of green leafy vegetables and fruits..
Keep scalp clean and dry..
Avoid rubbing the head vigorously as it can cause more of hairloss..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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Suggest Remedy For Extreme Hair Loss

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain as you have diffuse hairloss and not typical patchy along with a considerable medical history indicates that you have Tinea Effluvium that is severe hairloss due to medical conditions and stress.. I would however suggest you to consult a Trichologist and get evaluated and he can advise you investigations like complete blood picture, Demography to rule out the exact cause of hair fall.. He can advise you to apply 5% Minoxidil solution over the scalp. Take Biotin and Multivitamin supplements.. Take more of green leafy vegetables and fruits.. Keep scalp clean and dry.. Avoid rubbing the head vigorously as it can cause more of hairloss.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.