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What Causes Major Hair Loss Especially While Washing One's Hair?

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Posted on Fri, 6 May 2022
Question: Major hair loss especially when washing hair. Major hair loss started 6 months ago and it continues to get worse
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Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Possible causes of hair loss.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

It is more evident when washing hair but it is not mainly happening while washing hair.
First of all, you should do a blood analysis to get tested for thyroid function and for anemia.

Hypothyroidism and iron deficiency anemia cause such hair loss often.

Also, some autoimmune diseases cause hair loss.
Another possibility is skin conditions such as Psoriasis or Seborrheic dermatitis.

Sometimes overconsumption of vitamin A cause hair loss too.

Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Olgeta Xhufka

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What Causes Major Hair Loss Especially While Washing One's Hair?

Brief Answer: Possible causes of hair loss. Detailed Answer: Hello, It is more evident when washing hair but it is not mainly happening while washing hair. First of all, you should do a blood analysis to get tested for thyroid function and for anemia. Hypothyroidism and iron deficiency anemia cause such hair loss often. Also, some autoimmune diseases cause hair loss. Another possibility is skin conditions such as Psoriasis or Seborrheic dermatitis. Sometimes overconsumption of vitamin A cause hair loss too. Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further.