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My hair started to fall and i cant stop it. i think it has something to do with my thyroid because i have high tsh level. how can i reduce my hair lose? please help.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

TSH Hair loss: Lack of thyroid hormone produced by your body (for many, many reasons) can cause high TSH. Check with the Dr who ordered the test to see what they recommend because they likely know the cause and the treatment.

Answered 5/21/2020

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