What Causes Constant Tiredness Along With Hair Fall?

Posted on Fri, 23 Dec 2016

Question: I am tired most of the time and overwhelmed by social engagements. My hair is thinning. I can't seem to stay asleep through the night, Normally, I am very energetic and tackle situations without wanting to give up. suggestions?

Answered by Dr. Mirjeta Guni (28 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Some exams needed.

Detailed Answer:
Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!
There are many pathologies manifested with low energy.
In addition to a detailed physical examination some blood tests are needed;

CBC (Complete Blood Count, also known as Hemogram; includes Hemoglobin, WBC and Platelet counts etc.)
Electrolytes (Sodium and Potassium in particular)

HbA1C (Glycosylated Hemoglobin = your last 3 months' glucose average). Also known by other names such as GlycoHemoglobin or Glycated Hemoglobin or A1c

Liver function tests (SGOT , SGPT, Albumin, Bilirubin, Alkaline Phosphatase)
Kidney function tests (BUN, Creatinine)

TSH (checks your thyroid)
Free T4 (this too checks your thyroid)
25 hydroxy Vitamin D levels (ideal range 40 to 60 ng/ml = 100 to 150 nmol/liter)
Calcium

None of these tests require any fasting and can be done at any time of the day.
Will be a pleasure to help you further.

Kind Regards,
Dr.Mirjeta

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