I have been experiencing hair fall for the past year, partly due to high stress and a surgery I underwent 2 months ago. I consulted two dermatologists, and both said it is due to nutritional deficiency. They prescribed biotin, folic acid, iron, calcium, and vitamin D tablets, which I am taking regularly. I have a healthy diet including almonds, sprouts, milk, fruits, and peanuts, and I no longer have stress. Despite this, only about a quarter of my hair remains. My engagement is next month. How can I regrow my hair by then, what should I do, and how long does it usually take for hair to fully regrow?

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Dr Bhanu Prakash

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Advanced certificate in critical care medicine
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Surgery and stress can delay regrowth. Nutrients take time to show effect. Continue current plan, use gentle oils. Hair regrowth takes 3to6 months.

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Answered 17/09/2025

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