Suggest Treatment For Hair Loss While Treating Thyroid

Posted on Sat, 22 Oct 2016

Question: I am age 64 and have a very high thyroid level (taking RX medication); it is 5 x higher than should be. My eyelashes have all but fallen out. The only other health problems I have are depression and carpal tunnel issues - no surgery now or ever! I have taken Latisse before when I did not need it but wonder if it would be appropriate again. I just saw my dermatologist a month ago as I have had "skin cancer" but all negative biopsies. Excellent heart; salt is too low and of normal weight. Thanks.

Answered by Dr. Ralph Chambers (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Hello. It's fine to try the Latisse again

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX By all means you should try the Latisse again.

That said, if your TSH level is that high then you need an increase in your thyroid medication since that may be the cause of the eyelash problem.

Please let me know if you need any more information.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee

Follow up: Dr. Ralph Chambers (29 minutes later)

Thank you!

Answered by Dr. Ralph Chambers (2 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
The Latisse should help

Detailed Answer:
But you need your thyroid medication increased to get the maximum effects from the Latisse at the same time, please discuss this with your doctor.

Take Care

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee