How do I differentiate between androgenic alopecia and telogen effluvium? I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism in the month of January. Around mid-march I started having severe hair fall. I've never had hair fall problem I've always taken care of my hair. So sudden hair fall concerned me. One doctor told me it could be androgenic alopecia another doctor told me it's telogen effluvium. The hair is falling out with white bulbs in the end I am taking hair gro forte. But nothing is working. My scalp is almost visible. I've been facing this hair loss for almost 4 months. Kindly let me know if it's temporary or a permanent condition.
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A basic difference is an androgenetic alopecia usually starts with receding front hairline that's why it's called patterned hair loss. While is generalised hair loss (having said that androgenetic alopecia rarely present as generalised hair loss too). For further differentiation between two & to make a final diagnosis, trichoscopy is advised which is a very simple and non-invasive technique. Most doctors do it free of cost too. Ps: your thyroid problem supports the diagnosis of te but aga is a very very common form of hair loss especially in men.
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It depends on your genetic background also. If your father or uncle has early baldness or male pattern baldness. You are likely to get it. If not then Homeopathy has answer to it. Either the progression can be halted and in some cases it can be reversed back.
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You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible with certain medications without any side effects. Treatment depends on the grade of hair loss. So, it's a must for diagnosing which grade, you are in for an effective treatment. Please send photos of your head, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and proper treatment.
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