Question 1

will my hair grow back after falling out from thyroid problems?

Accepted Answer

Probably: If you got the problem corrected then it should grow back. It may take a while. Now, if you were bald before the thyroid problem, then you may just be out of luck.

Question 2

what do the experts think, should my hair grow back after falling out from thyroid issues?

Accepted Answer

Grows back if treate: Once you treat and bring the thyroid level to normal, and if that is the cause of hair loss, hair will grow back.

Question 3

can you hair grow back after your thyroids are leveled?

Accepted Answer

Often yes: But takes time- year.

Question 4

i was recently diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. i just noticed a 2nd bald spot developing in my head. once my meds kick in and my thyroid hormones are under control will my hair grow back ?

Accepted Answer

: That would need a further evaluation to locate if the Folicullar units are still functional

Question 5

lost a patch of hair than found out  i have hashimotos thyroid problems. will the hair grow back?  it's been 6 years and will i loose more hair?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Thyroid level changes, either going up or down are associated with temporary hair loss.  A chronically low level causes chronic hair loss.  Autoimmune disorders, such as hashimotos can be associated with a chronic diffuse hair loss.  Alopecia areata is a seperate but associated autoimmune disorder in which one loses patches of hair resulting in bald spots.  This can be treated.

Question 6

is lamortigine/lamictal induced hairloss temporary and will the lost hair grow back?ps:i have been on it for an year now.and only started to have hair fall since the last 6 months?

Accepted Answer

: Not fully clear that hair loss is due to your lamotrigine in view of a 6 month delay.  See a dermatologist and get fully evaluated

Question 7

my psychiatrist confirmed lamortigine is reason for my hair fall that i have been expericing for the last 6 months after being on it for an year.i wanna know if the hair fall caused by the medication is reversible and will the lost hair grow back?

Accepted Answer

: Medication-induced hair loss should be reversible.

Question 8

i have a overactive thyroid. medicine for 30days now. everything going well. now have tingling back of my head and lips. no other symptoms. is it the medicine or my thyroid or something else? i feel fine otherwise?

Accepted Answer

: Often thyroid medication has to be titrated to achieve your optimum level. Reports your signs to your prescribing GP or specialist Endocrinologist. S/He may want to adjust dosage.

Question 9

what's the use of taking thyroid medicines when your hair gonna fall out, way too many side effects, terrible i guess i'll be fat forever, smh?

Accepted Answer

Thyroid hormone : If you are overweight, taking thyroid hormone for weight loss is a very wrong approach. If you have hypothyroidism, taking thyroid hormone supplement won't cause hair loss. You should discuss it in details with your local physician to find the best way and safe way to treat your medical needs.

Question 10

can to much thyroid  medicine cause hair loss?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: If you are taking too much thyroid hormone you could develop these symptoms of hyperthyroidism - you should have your physician check your thyroid levels (tsh, t3, (liothyronine) t4).

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Will my hair grow back after falling out from thyroid problems?

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What do the experts think, should my hair grow back after falling out from thyroid issues?

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Can you hair grow back after your thyroids are leveled?

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I was recently diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. i just noticed a 2nd bald spot developing in my head. once my meds kick in and my thyroid hormones are under control will my hair grow back ?

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Lost a patch of hair than found out i have hashimotos thyroid problems. will the hair grow back? it's been 6 years and will i loose more hair?

A member asked:

Is lamortigine/lamictal induced hairloss temporary and will the lost hair grow back?ps:i have been on it for an year now.and only started to have hair fall since the last 6 months?

A member asked:

My psychiatrist confirmed lamortigine is reason for my hair fall that i have been expericing for the last 6 months after being on it for an year.i wanna know if the hair fall caused by the medication is reversible and will the lost hair grow back?

A member asked:

I have a overactive thyroid. medicine for 30days now. everything going well. now have tingling back of my head and lips. no other symptoms. is it the medicine or my thyroid or something else? i feel fine otherwise?

A member asked:

What's the use of taking thyroid medicines when your hair gonna fall out, way too many side effects, terrible i guess i'll be fat forever, smh?

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Can to much thyroid medicine cause hair loss?

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