- Female
- 23 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm a 23-year-old girl, and I've been on mDR TB medication for the past 10 months. I've lost about 90% of my hair, and I'm really worried. Will my hair grow back after I'm done with the medication? Can I regain my hair? I'm feeling really depressed about this.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
yes hair loss can be due to drugs. MDR TB drugs can be a cause of it. and tuberculosis disease can also be a cause of hair loss. you can take supplement for the hair. generally they regrow. consult your dermatologist for further help.
Dr. Chandra Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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