Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Does Blood Tranfusion Cause Hair Loss ?
Dear doctor/comunity member, Just Want to ask whether one got hairloss after having blood transfusion? Regards
Sun, 24 Apr 2011
Hi!
welcome To HealthcareMagic forum,
Blood transfusion itself may not cause hair loss,but any chronic illness or iron deficiency for which the blood transfusion is been given can cause hair loss. Usually hair loss manifest after about 3 months of any stressful condition or illness.
regards,
Dr.chawda
welcome To HealthcareMagic forum,
Blood transfusion itself may not cause hair loss,but any chronic illness or iron deficiency for which the blood transfusion is been given can cause hair loss. Usually hair loss manifest after about 3 months of any stressful condition or illness.
regards,
Dr.chawda
I find this answer helpful
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Iron deficiency
Loading Online Doctors....