- Female
- 33 Years
- 21 days ago
I have been experiencing severe hair fall for the past two months. I consulted a doctor, and my thyroid test was normal. I was given a vitamin tablet for one month, but there has been no improvement. My hair continues to fall heavily, and I feel like I have lost a large amount. What could be causing this, and what should I do to stop the hair fall?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Hair fall despite normal thyroid could be due to iron, vitamin deficiencies or stress. Check ferritin, B12, and D.
Dr. Ezhilarasan Suggests...
Take a Ferritin Test Test or Take a Vitamin D Test Test
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