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Suggest Treatment For Severe Hair Loss

I am 22 years old. i shifted to Mumbai in 2015 June . until December 2015 there wasn t a hair fall issue but i was using coconut oil and my hair started falling more than thenusual and after jan 2016 my hair started falling a lot. i had severe dandruff too. i used amla reetha shikakai paste once a week. my hair fall lessened a little . now again i am facing the same issue and using patanjali dandruff shampoo to cure my dandruff. but i have a itchy scalp. my hair has already become very thin. i can see my scalp . i have less hair in my crown area and in the front. i haven t consulted any doctor yet. For 2 3 weeks i was on no-poo method . I was using amla reetha shikakai water to wash my hair but since i got dandruff i started using patanjali shampoo.
Mon, 22 Aug 2016
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Thanks for posting your query on HCM
Hair are constantly lost and new ones grow for replacement.This happens throughout life and may never be noticed. A net hair loss is noticed when hair loss occurs at a faster rate than replacement.Some common causes of hair loss may include: genetic factors, hormonal changes, patchy hair loss, scalp infection mostly by fungi, some systemic diseases like lupus, hair pulling disorder(Trichotillomania), certain hair styles and treatment, some medications.
With all these possible causes, i will suggest you see a dermatologist for examination.Effective treatment for some hair loss are available, some may be permanent and other go away without management.Treatment options for hair loss may include: medications, surgery, laser therapy, wigs or hairpieces.Your Doctor may recommend a combination of these options for better results.
Some hair loss can however be prevented.Preventive measures may include:
-Healthy diet
-Avoid tight hairstyles
-Avoid over rubbing or pulling
-Treat your hair gently while washing or brushing
-Avoid harsh hair treatment
Hope my answer will help you
Best regards
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Suggest Treatment For Severe Hair Loss

Hi Thanks for posting your query on HCM Hair are constantly lost and new ones grow for replacement.This happens throughout life and may never be noticed. A net hair loss is noticed when hair loss occurs at a faster rate than replacement.Some common causes of hair loss may include: genetic factors, hormonal changes, patchy hair loss, scalp infection mostly by fungi, some systemic diseases like lupus, hair pulling disorder(Trichotillomania), certain hair styles and treatment, some medications. With all these possible causes, i will suggest you see a dermatologist for examination.Effective treatment for some hair loss are available, some may be permanent and other go away without management.Treatment options for hair loss may include: medications, surgery, laser therapy, wigs or hairpieces.Your Doctor may recommend a combination of these options for better results. Some hair loss can however be prevented.Preventive measures may include: -Healthy diet -Avoid tight hairstyles -Avoid over rubbing or pulling -Treat your hair gently while washing or brushing -Avoid harsh hair treatment Hope my answer will help you Best regards