Question 1

I had an accident last year in December due to which I got five stitches on my scalp. After recovery, I had severe hair fall which later got controlled. In the month of March, I took a hair spa. Since then, I have been having severe hair fall. I consulted a doctor and underwent thyroid and other hormonal tests. I also took medicines for three months but there has been no improvement?

Question 2

Hi Doctor, this is Santosh. I recently had a dihydrotestosterone blood test done because of hair loss. Today I received my report, and the result is 779 pg/mL (reference range: 250 to 990). Is this considered normal, or do I need to take any medication for it? Please advise.

Question 3

I am experiencing severe hair loss, with hair falling out in clumps. About 6 months ago, I was diagnosed with polycystic ovaries and borderline hypothyroidism. I took thyroid medication and managed to reverse my PCOD through diet and exercise (my periods are now regular, without medication or birth control). However, my hair has not grown since my last haircut about 7 months ago, and the hair loss is worsening. I am considering starting biotin supplements.

Whenever I comb or wash my hair, large amounts of hair come out. I did some tests recently, and the results are: Vitamin D: 29.52 ng/mL (low) Serum ferritin: 29.70 ng/mL Hemoglobin: 13.4 g/dL TSH: 1.074 microIU/mL What could be causing this hair loss, and what should I do to manage it?

Your vitamin D and ferritin levels are borderline low, which can cause excessive hair fall. TSH and Hb are normal, so thyroid and anemia are ruled out. Hair fall improves when ferritin more than 70 ng/mL and vitamin D more than 50 ng/mL. Take vitamin D3 weekly and iron rich foods or supplements.

More FERRITIN Health Queries

Hi Doctor, this is Santosh. I recently had a dihydrotestosterone blood test done because of hair loss. Today I received my report, and the result is 779 pg/mL (reference range: 250 to 990). Is this considered normal, or do I need to take any medication for it? Please advise.