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Hi, i am a 37 year old female. history of excessive thinning hair. my tsh reflex to free t4= .9. my ferritin= 17. my calc % iron sat= 20. thoughts?

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Dr. Alan Feldman answered

Normal: Hair thinning is a very common complaint. Usually one can find no particular cause, though many medical conditions, medications, stress, age, genetics, nutrition, all influence hair growth. Your thyroid, and iron levels appear normal and are therefore unlikely to be a cause for hair loss.

Answered 5/24/2015

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A member asked:

Hi, i am a 37 year old female. history of excessive thinning hair. my tsh reflex to free t4= .9. my ferritin= 17. my calc % iron sat= 20. thoughts?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alan Feldman answered

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