I am 29 year old female. I am experiencing huge hair loss. Whenever I comb my hair or put fingers through them, the hair comes out in handful. I can see they are directly coming out from the root itself While I shampoo it becomes more worse. I do have dandruff or may be a dry scalp and occasional itching is there. Please help.

Dr. Sajeev KumarGeneral Physician33yrs exp

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Hair loss is a very common condition and affects most people at some time in their lives. Hair loss from breakage of the hair shaft is different than hair loss due to decreased hair growth. Androgenetic hair loss is seen in both men and women but is more dramatic in men. Thyroid disease, anemia, protein deficiency, chemotherapy, and low vitamin levels may cause hair loss. Alopecia areata is a form of hair loss produced by the autoimmune destruction of hair follicles in localized areas of skin. Medications indicated for hair regrowth include minoxidil (Rogaine) and finasteride (Propecia). Prevention of hair loss includes good hair hygiene, regular shampooing, and good nutrition. Medical health screening for hair loss may include blood tests such as complete blood count (CBC), iron level, vitamin B, thyroid function tests (TFT), and a biopsy of the scalp. 

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