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Hair loss 4 months after giving birth
Posted by Leahred (90 days ago)
I had my baby 4 months ago and in the last week my hair has been falling out by the handfulls. I'm finding it stressful as I already have very thin hair and don't think I can loose any more ! What can I do - is this normal ? will I go bald ? eek, please help !!!! I called my hair dresser and he recommended going to the doctor !
(I am based in Hong Kong)
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Posted by mayo (90 days ago)
I concur its normal. If it's falling out in patches rather than just thinning it might be a good idea to see a doctor. Otherwise I wouldn't worry too much.
(I am based in Singapore)
Posted by Jon Clifford (88 days ago)
I think what you are experiencing is completely normal.Your body has gone through very great hormonal changes and also stress.I wouldn't really worry and would be wary of "miracle fixes" Your hair should be back to normal soon. Thanks, Jon.
(I am based in Hong Kong)
Posted by Douglas Lillico (78 days ago)
Sapphire....I just wanted to check on you. I was wondering how things were going, please e-mail me if you have any questions. I hope the baby is doing well, hope to hear from you...cheers
By the way, I would highly recommend taking a Protein Supplement twice a day while recovering as it will help your production levels...Mix with H2O only...cheers
(I am based in Hong Kong)
Posted by MeiWah (78 days ago)
Agree probable cause is post natal hormone syndrome.
But...There are so so many causes of rapid hair loss so don't mess about...get it checked out fully (hair falling out=checkk it out)....and help your medico's get all the background data possible...(usual cause = symptomatic of a major event..such as organ issues, hormone shock / normalization, so the best advise is to do some reflection and list out your prevailing conditions and go to the GP and get a referal to a specialist.
Have you had: major surgery, possible hormone normalization shock post pregnancy (say in the last 90 to 100 days), pancreatic issues, are you taking Beta Blockers...etc. (list them) there are simple blood test to check the following organs that can be associated with hair loss: Thyroid, liver, pancreas, autoimmune disease eg Lupis...deficiencies in iron, B6 (list your diet)...a recent Hep B shot could also cause female hair (non permanent) clumping loss.
Most mentioning such a issue cant list the prevailing conditions and therefore give the GP nothing to narrow down the issue so they will just assume post natal hormone issues,,,diet (usually OK while pregnant), abdominal pain, meds, pituitary check etc..
Most likely major event is your recent pregnancy but dont let your GP just assume the obvious....write a list of all your recent events from stress to actual pain, weakness, etc
HK medical facilities are very good....but are very prone to rely on hard evidence such as FBC tests etc..best of luck to you anyway....if in doubt, just check it out!
(I am based in Hong Kong)
Posted by Douglas Lillico (76 days ago)
MW,
great input! You know it really frustrates me that the average GP never addresses nutrition, supplementation, protein counts etc. Many Holistic practitioners in the West and else where now do a complete blood profile before rendering a verdict. Personally I prefer this avenue for as you mention with issues such as Beta Blocker or a dozen other prescription's drugs can cause hair loss. One thing I encourage my clients to do if they feel a Physician is necessary is to list every and all intake for the week prior and any medication's or medical procedures they have had in the past 6 months. I also tell them to list any emotional or strenuous situations so as to give the doctor or practitioner a full view of their life.
Some basic Hair points:
Hair is essentially a waste by product, there fore if you work out or are under stress the body utilizes most of the needed proteins for repair. Thus you should supplement with at least one if not 2 shakes a day of a high end Whey protein. (you may want to use Whey two months and egg or Soy on the third month). These proteins are pre digested and assimilate into your system much better than any thing you actually eat and digest (find one that mixes with Water only and tastes good that way as you do not want to mix with juice or milk or fruits) The purer the protein source the better it assimilates.
The more protein you injest (within reason, the body only can digest 38aprox grams at one sitting) the healthier the hair as it is around 97% protein. It is also a good whole health product as your body is primary a large block of protein and water.
Try the vitamin store on the top of wellington...see sam. Cheers
(I am based in Hong Kong)
Posted by mixeymum (75 days ago)
Sometimes it's not necesarily related to childbirth...if you google "alopecia areata" you will find some info which may help you. This is a dermatalogical condition and the best person to see it a dermatologist (not a hair loss centre or hairdresser). PM me if you need more info on AA. Good luck!
(I am based in Hong Kong)
Posted by foxmulder (69 days ago)
try Agel Umi - contains fucoidan - google it.
(I am based in Hong Kong)
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