HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Massive Hairfall, Itchy, Burning And Sensitive Scalp. Very Low TSH Levels. Prescribed Follihair, Primosa Tablets And Copl S Lotion. Right Treatment?

Hi, I am suffering from severe hairfall for the last 2months. I was steadily losing hair for the last 8years and now my hair is half the original volume but since last 2 months the hairfall is massive. Also my scalp is itchy and burning and very sensitive since last 4-5days. I visited a dermatologist and he has given me Follihair tablets and primosa tablets and Copl S lotion to be applied to the scalp. Is this treatment ok? Will there be any side effects and will this be effective? I am 40years of age and do not have any children. Also my T3 and T4 levels are fine but my TSH levels are very low. Please help.
Sat, 11 May 2013
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hello dear,
Causes of hair loss/thinning of hair are:
1. Environmental factors
2. Stress
3. Deficiency of certain minerals, vitamins & amino acids in diet. e.g. Iron, zinc, Vit B complex, lysine.
4. Hormonal factors. e.g. Thyroxine
5. Any incidence of surgery, shock, etc.

Management includes:
1. Treating the underlying cause
2. Avoidance of stress
3. Dietary modifications
4. Minoxidil solution to be applied locally to stimulate the hair follicles
5. Multivitamin & multi mineral supplementation

But these medications have to be used regularly under the guidance of a Dermatologist, as hair loss tends to return on stoppage of these medications.

And before initiation of these medications, the problem of itchiness of the scalp should be addressed.
So, the medications as prescribed by your Dermatologist are correct.
Please continue them as advised.

There is no need to worry.
Your hairs will grow back again.

Wishing you a Good Health.
Thanks & take care.
I find this answer helpful

3 Doctors agree with this answer

Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Recent questions on Alopecia


Loading Online Doctors....
Massive Hairfall, Itchy, Burning And Sensitive Scalp. Very Low TSH Levels. Prescribed Follihair, Primosa Tablets And Copl S Lotion. Right Treatment?

Hello dear, Causes of hair loss/thinning of hair are: 1. Environmental factors 2. Stress 3. Deficiency of certain minerals, vitamins & amino acids in diet. e.g. Iron, zinc, Vit B complex, lysine. 4. Hormonal factors. e.g. Thyroxine 5. Any incidence of surgery, shock, etc. Management includes: 1. Treating the underlying cause 2. Avoidance of stress 3. Dietary modifications 4. Minoxidil solution to be applied locally to stimulate the hair follicles 5. Multivitamin & multi mineral supplementation But these medications have to be used regularly under the guidance of a Dermatologist, as hair loss tends to return on stoppage of these medications. And before initiation of these medications, the problem of itchiness of the scalp should be addressed. So, the medications as prescribed by your Dermatologist are correct. Please continue them as advised. There is no need to worry. Your hairs will grow back again. Wishing you a Good Health. Thanks & take care.