Question 1

is there "real" help for hair loss for women?  2 long story. anesthesia started it. hasn't changed. i am mortified. 1/2's gone.

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Lots of reasons: Go see your family doc and even get a referral to a dermatologist specializing in hair loss. First, remember that stress can lead to hair loss. Child birth & hospitalization are classic causes of stress but so is surgery. Hair eventually comes back several months later. Thyroid disease can do this too. So can too much testosterone & its derivative, dihydrotestosterone. So get tested and see derm.

Question 2

i'm concerned about my hair loss?

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Hair loss: Hair loss at your age would often be associated with a thyroid problem. Anemia, low proteins, low vitamin levels can all be associated with hair loss.

Question 3

i need a solution to my hair loss.

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Exam: Hormonal testing is important: Us of dilute minoxidil ( Rogiane) may be helpful.

Question 4

hair loss and pof what should i do?

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HRT: If you have been diagnosed with premature ovarian failure than you should see a clinician who is experienced with pof; because it can be associated with other endocrine disorders.  Also, once you have been fully evaluated than you should strongly consider estrogen and Progesterone replacement to avoid the long term effects of no estrogen on many of the body's systems including hair loss.

Question 5

what can i do to help prevent hair loss?

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Hair loss: Avoid hair trauma like scratching head, using hair products, braiding, cornrows, tight ponytails, and hair extensions. Be healty, exercise, eat healthy. See doctor to do labs and suggest treatments for the prevention of hair loss or treatment to regrow hair.

Question 6

how can i deal with hair loss from chemotherapy?

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Hair piece: In many instances hair pieces have been devised to be used temporarily when chemo induces hair loss.  The latter can be minimized when an elastic band is placed on the forehead to minimize circulation that reaches the hair follicles. Ice has also been used.

Question 7

i'm wondering is hair loss a symptom of menopause?

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It can be: Hair loss certainly can be menopause symptom.

Question 8

how can i reverse zinc induced hair loss ? please help

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: How do you know the cause? Stop zinc if you do not have a clear indication. Most people taking  supplements of zinc are victims of fraudulent claims.

Question 9

i wanted to know if biotin helps in stopping hair loss?

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Hair loss and biotin: If you are low in this vitamin it will help but you need to know the cause of your hair loss.  There are multiple cause and finding the cause is the first step to treatment.

Question 10

omg i had hair loss after birth of baby. when will it regrow?

Accepted Answer

It will with time: Hair loss due to pregnancy  will stop in 3to4 months and there will be no permanent effect and will not make you bald.

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What can i do to help prevent hair loss?

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How can i deal with hair loss from chemotherapy?

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I'm wondering is hair loss a symptom of menopause?

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How can i reverse zinc induced hair loss ? please help

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Omg i had hair loss after birth of baby. when will it regrow?

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