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Do Allergic Reactions Ever Cause Hair Loss?

I am 50 years, old menopausal, and I have noticed symptoms of alopecia and thinning of hair.....? I heard that allergies can attribute to it, I have ruled out thyroid, and I have no other ailments...rather healthy and exercise regularly... is it a possibly ? allergic to cat, that lives in house
posted on Sun, 6 Dec 2015
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Hi.

Yes allergies can contribute, but it is only a mild contribution. But what is more likely to contribute is a hormonal imbalance that can result from the menopause or pre-menopause you are experiencing. I would recommend a check on your hormone levels and a correction if there seems to be an imbalance which is most likely.

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Do Allergic Reactions Ever Cause Hair Loss?

Hi. Yes allergies can contribute, but it is only a mild contribution. But what is more likely to contribute is a hormonal imbalance that can result from the menopause or pre-menopause you are experiencing. I would recommend a check on your hormone levels and a correction if there seems to be an imbalance which is most likely. Best wishes.