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Suggest Treatment For Severe Hair Loss

Hello, I was wondering if it is helpful to wash hair frequently when dealing with Telogen Effluvium. My hair began to shed as soon as I stopped taking isotretinoin (Accutane) for my acne. My dermatologist told me that I should begin using 5% Minodoxil (Women s Rogaine Foam) once daily to prevent shedding, but the shedding has not subsided. Every time I wash my hair it sheds excessively when I brush it out and then it isn t as bad for a day or two while it s still clean. When it starts to get closer to needing a wash, it begins to fall more with every time I brush. I just need to know whether or not I should be washing it more than I am (about twice a week) or continue doing what I am doing.
Wed, 20 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of severe hair loss which could be due to many reasons like improper hygiene, nutritional deficiencies, genetic factor, fungal infection and hormonal changes. Need not to worry. i would suggest you to wash hairs after proper massage with olive oil. I would suggest you to consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order blood test, skin patch test and can do physical examination . Doctor may prescribe you drug like finpecia at least for 2-3 months or antifungal treatment along with minoxidil spray. You should maintain complete hygiene. You should use Finasteride preparations. You should take supplements like Vitamin A ,Omega-3 and Vitamin E.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Severe Hair Loss

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of severe hair loss which could be due to many reasons like improper hygiene, nutritional deficiencies, genetic factor, fungal infection and hormonal changes. Need not to worry. i would suggest you to wash hairs after proper massage with olive oil. I would suggest you to consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order blood test, skin patch test and can do physical examination . Doctor may prescribe you drug like finpecia at least for 2-3 months or antifungal treatment along with minoxidil spray. You should maintain complete hygiene. You should use Finasteride preparations. You should take supplements like Vitamin A ,Omega-3 and Vitamin E. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari