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How can one manage severe hair loss, irregular high hairline, and dandruff?

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Dr. Shanza Ikram

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Published At December 28, 2022
Reviewed AtOctober 11, 2023

Patient's 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.

Answered by Dr. Shanza Ikram

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 follow a few instructions mentioned below.

  1. Do not worry about the irregular hairline.
  2. Do not immediately start on medications such as the tablet Minoxidil (antihypertensive vasodilator).
  3. Mix equal amounts of Betamethasone (corticosteroid) lotion and liquid paraffin, apply it on your scalp, leave it overnight and wash it in the morning. Repeat this process three times a week to get rid of dandruff.
  4. I hope this has helped you. Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Shanza Ikram
Dr. Shanza Ikram

Dermatology

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