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I am experiencing severe hair fall after cessation of Minoxidil. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor My hair is currently in terrible condition; for many reasons, I felt that I was going to lose it; in order to overcome this, I consulted a doctor, who advised me to use hair back lotion Minoxidil 2 %. But the issue is that I was not told about the extent of my hair loss once I stopped u... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Let me explain everything about hair loss clearly: It is typical to lose 100 to 150 hair strands every day. If the quantity of hair is more than this, hair loss should be considered. Female hair loss is caused mostly b... Read Full »
I am a 20-year-old male, experiencing a lot of hair fall since last month. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old male, experiencing a lot of hair fall since last month. I almost lose 50 hairs a day. Whenever I rub my hand over the head, I find at least two to three hairs. Earlier they were not falling like this. When I observe the fallen hair, I can see a very small white head... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. A normal individual loses up to 100 hairs per day which gets replaced and every year about 10 percent of hair is lost. Hairfall could be due to stress, inadequate diet, anemia, dandruff, thyroid abnormalities, or after a bout of illness.... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 31-year-old female, weighing approximately 112 pounds and standing at a height of 5 feet 4 inches. Following pregnancy, I have been encountering significant hair fall, including the development of a bald patch. This issue has persisted for a year now, and I am currently breastfe... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Firstly, I would like to inform you that hair fall after pregnancy can be attributed to hormonal fluctuations. To manage this I suggest you follow below mentioned instructions: Use mild shampoos. Wash your hair twice a we... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 21-year-old male, and my hairline is receding. I think I have male pattern baldness due to hard water effects. There is a white buildup at the end of fallen hair. What are the steps to follow? Is there any method to regain hairline? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your query. I will explain everything about hair loss. 100 to 150 hair falls every day is very normal. So it should be considered hair fall if the number of hair is more than this. Generalized hair fall is mostly due to stress, poor sleep, and nutrition. S... Read Full »
My fiancé is depressed due to severe hair fall. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, My fiancé has severe hair fall and is very depressed. Please help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your first query consult is on us! An average of 75 to 100 hair falls every day is normal. It can be considered as hair loss only if there is more hair fall than this. Straightening and other procedures can cause weakness of hair roots. Other conditions like fever, ty... Read Full »
I have been experiencing heavy hair fall. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 54-year-old woman. For around four to five months, I have been experiencing heavy hair fall in the frontal and lateral regions. For the past year, I am also experiencing thyroid conditions (hypothyroid 6.40) along with stress and menopause (menopause onset was seven months befo... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Thyroid issues and stress causes hair to fall. Please send me images of your scalp to assess your hair loss better and help you accordingly. Meanwhile, you can start using this. Kindly consult your doctor to discuss and take the treatment w... Read Full »
I have severe hair loss and dandruff. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 17-year-old male. I have severe hair loss and a high and irregular hairline. I also have dandruff and lose lots of hair daily (about 40 to 50 hairs fall every day). What should I do?Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. Hair fall of up to 100 hairs per day is considered normal. Hair loss at your age is usually hormone-dependent hair loss. The irregular hairline is also natural and is not a cause for concern. I suggest you to foll... Read Full »
Can I go for PRP treatment for hair fall control?
Query: Hi doctor, I have been suffering from scalp psoriasis and male pattern baldness grade 3A. Can I go for PRP treatment for hair fall control? I am presently using Finasteride, multivitamin and Minscalp F 5 % solution. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your concern.Yes, you can go for PRP therapy (platelet-rich plasma). It is a good therapy for hair fall with excellent results. It basically activates platelet-derived growth factors, which are the key factors for hair growth. It is a must to use Minoxidil 5... Read Full »
My wife has severe hair fall. Please advise.
Query: Hello doctor,My wife has been suffering from a severe hair fall. I have attached her blood reports below. Can you prescribe medications for this condition?Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. I went through your reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) it looks like she has vitamin B12 and D deficiency. I have a few questions for you. How long has the hair fall been? When is th... Read Full »
Does hair combing frequency affect hair fall?
Query: Hi doctor, I am writing to seek your professional advice regarding the frequency of hair combing and its potential impact on hair fall.Specifically, I am wondering how many times per day it is advisable to comb my hair. Currently, I have developed a habit of combing my hair multiple times throughout... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand that you are concerned about hair loss and looking for suggestions to address it. Hair loss can have various causes, and it is important to identify and address the underlying factors contributing to the issue. Although I cannot s... Read Full »