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What Causes Severe Hair Loss In A 53 Year Old Woman?

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Posted on Mon, 8 Aug 2016
Question: hi i am 53 yrs old my hair has been thining out since i was 40 just steady falling out when i was 16 yrs old i had an overy removed and the other one is scared and blocked im surprised i even have any hair left please help me
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Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (6 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Possible estrogen deficiency syndrome?

Detailed Answer:
Hello, Madam.

I can certainly understand your concern.

I have worked through your query in detail.

The hair loss and thinning in your case is related to estrogen depletion in your case subsequent to removal of ovary.

Also the possibility of an undiagnosed thyroid disorder may contribute.Hence it is advisable to get a thyroid function test.

Estrogen supplementation in your case can help to improve the hair thickness.But this has to be done carefully.

I advise you to consult an expert Gynecologist for the institution of safe and effective Hormone Replacement therapy.

Meanwhile, I prescribe oral pills of CALCIMAX ISO one pill once a day post lunch for 3 months to my patients with such complaints.Please check with your physician if he shares my view and if can prescribe these pills to you.

Post your further queries if any,
Thank you.





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What Causes Severe Hair Loss In A 53 Year Old Woman?

Brief Answer: Possible estrogen deficiency syndrome? Detailed Answer: Hello, Madam. I can certainly understand your concern. I have worked through your query in detail. The hair loss and thinning in your case is related to estrogen depletion in your case subsequent to removal of ovary. Also the possibility of an undiagnosed thyroid disorder may contribute.Hence it is advisable to get a thyroid function test. Estrogen supplementation in your case can help to improve the hair thickness.But this has to be done carefully. I advise you to consult an expert Gynecologist for the institution of safe and effective Hormone Replacement therapy. Meanwhile, I prescribe oral pills of CALCIMAX ISO one pill once a day post lunch for 3 months to my patients with such complaints.Please check with your physician if he shares my view and if can prescribe these pills to you. Post your further queries if any, Thank you.