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Kindly suggest solution for both thinning of hair and alopecia areata.
Query: Hello doctor, I had hair thinning before the alopecia areata started too, a couple of months before. And I am currently on no medications. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, it is alopecia areata and the hair loss is telogen effluvium with possibly androgenetic alopecia. Telogen effluvium can be caused by any recent prior illness, thyroid problem, low iron Hb, nutrition related, stress, etc. For alopecia areata, you can start Mometason... Read Full »
I am considering Finasteride for hair loss and receding hairline. Please suggest.
Query: Hello doctor,I am 19 years old and currently using topical Minoxidil for a receding hairline. Small new hairs have grown on my temples but do not seem to be getting any thicker. I am considering starting Finasteride but am worried about shedding and potential side effects. How quickly would shedding... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.The side effects caused by Finasteride are temporary and not permanent. Once you stop the drug the side-effects will go off. As related to sexual health, loss of libido and erectile dysfunction are a bit rare. Finasteride 1 mg every day is the d... Read Full »
How to control severe hair loss and itching?
Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering from severe hair loss for nearly two years. Hair loss is severe when accompanied by itching. Itching at times is terrible. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I will need an image of your scalp to assess your hair loss and help accordingly. Read Full »
I have hair loss, fatigue, and heavy bleeding during period. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 32-year-old woman experiencing significant hair loss and constant fatigue, and I have noticed unusually heavy bleeding during my periods. Could these symptoms be indicative of iron deficiency or iron-deficiency anemia? I am concerned about the impact on my overall health and wel... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Heavy menstruation and hair loss can be associated with PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease) or pelvic inflammatory diseases (PID), so I would suggest you go through an ultrasound examination once, to check if everything is normal with the uteru... Read Full »
I am suffering from hair loss. What to do?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 30-year-old male experiencing severe hair loss. I have observed progressive thinning of hair, notably in the frontal and crown regions. I am seeking advice on potential treatments or management strategies for this issue. Could you please guide me on available treatment options, the... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. After reviewing the details you provided, I understand your concerns regarding hair thinning. Several factors can contribute to this issue, including genetic predisposition, hormonal changes, stress, dietary alterations, env... Read Full »
I suffer from excessive hair fall with visible balding. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, My hair is falling excessively, leading to visible balding or hair thinning. Despite being only 17 years old, with a height of 5 feet 5 inches and a weight of around 150 pounds, my hair fall has worsened recently. I am losing 30 to 40 hairs after a single hair combing session. Addition... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. After reviewing the information and image you provided (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), I understand your concern regarding severe hair fall. Multiple factors, such as genetic history, stress, irre... Read Full »
I lose a lot of hair when I touch it. How to control it?
Query: Hi doctor,I am 18 years old, and I weigh 143 pounds with a height of 5.7 feet. I lose a lot of hair whenever I touch my hair, I lose five to six hair strands. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am sorry to hear about your hair loss, and I am glad you reach out to us. Losing a few hairs when combing or washing your hair is normal, but if you are noticing excessive hair loss, it could be a sign of an underlying medical condition. The fact that you are losi... Read Full »
I am suffering from severe hair loss recently. Kindly advise.
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 25-year-old female. I have been suffering from severe hair loss recently and it has become a cause for concern and distress for me. I want to know the potential causes and contributing factors of my hair loss. I would like to receive recommendations on available treatment options fo... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. With passion, commitment, and experience, I hope I will be able to provide you with top-class medical opinion. Causes of severe hair loss could be physical illness, stressful episodes, mental stress, lack of proper nutrition, poor sleep, insufficient protein intake, sy... Read Full »
I am having hair loss and low vitamin D3 and B12. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, Over the past six months, I have experienced a sudden and substantial hair loss. My hair is thinning rapidly, and my scalp is becoming more visible, particularly under bright light. Upon conducting a blood test, I discovered low levels of Vitamin B-12 and D3. I am currently taking Vit... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Low levels of vitamins B-12 and D3 can contribute to hair loss, given their major roles in supporting hair growth and health. I would suggest the following approaches to address this concern: Vitamin supplements: Cons... Read Full »
How can I address genetic hair loss and promote regrowth?
Query: Hello doctor,I am 36 years old. I have genetic hair loss, is there something I can do to grow more hair? I use Minoxidil, but it is not working. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern, but there are no attached photographs in your message. Kindly send a picture of the affected area to assess the condition and to suggest you the appropriate diagnosis and treatment. I need to see it to help you further. Read Full »