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A member asked:
Hi doctor, hair thinning overall after a year of trauma. diagnosed with hypothyroid last month. underweight. please advise for hair thinning.
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Trauma & Thyroid: conditions can trigger hair loss, especially together. You are being treated for thyroid. Consider seeing a mental health professional for some supportive therapy to complete your treatment plan. Peace and good health.
Answered 5/29/2016
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Hair loss- alopecia: There could be several causes for what you are describing as hair thinning. Any hair loss is diagnosed as alopecia and the underlying causes are numerous. Thyroid problems are link to something called alopecia areata which is autoimmune related. Having a very stressful event could also trigger a telegenic effluvium. Hair loss is concerning and significant need a complete dermatologic evaluation.
Answered 10/31/2015
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