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Is there any relation between high TSH level and severe hair fall?

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Dr. Shaikh Sadaf

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Published At December 30, 2018
Reviewed AtOctober 9, 2023

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am 31 years old female. My weight is 108 lbs. I have raised TSH level of 7.5 mIU/mL. I have severe hair fall, and my iron, vitamin D3, and vitamin B levels are normal. How to bring my TSH level to a normal range?

Answered by Dr. Shaikh Sadaf

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You have raised TSH levels. But it is not significant enough to necessitate treatment. You can repeat your thyroid function test after three months again to make sure that it has not risen further. Regarding your hair fall, it depends on the thyroid function also. You can take tablet Zinc gluconate 100 mg once daily for two months for your hair fall. You can use Minoxidil 2 % hairspray for your scalp for four months. Use it with care and avoid having contact with your face. Try to avoid having pollution effects on your scalp.

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

Dr. Shaikh Sadaf
Dr. Shaikh Sadaf

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