What causes hair fall and dandruff in a 27-year-old?

Question

Hi doctor,

I am 27 years old. For the last three to five months I am facing an unusual amount of hair loss. And I have dandruff issues. At present dandruff is a bit less but still facing hair fall problems. I am really in need of help.

What should I do?

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

There are many reasons for hair fall or thinning of hair on the scalp. So first and foremost we have to find the cause with the help of detailed history and examination. Some of the common causes are nutritional deficiency, hormonal causes like androgenic alopecia or patterned baldness, hypothyroidism, and telogen effluvium. Unless we find and treat the cause there is no point in giving non-specific treatment. Oils or shampoos do not have any effect on hair growth as they are not absorbed into the skin. Please send photographs using the online consult option for proper diagnosis and detailed prescription.

Thank you.