Thyroid Hair Loss Symptoms And Treatment

Low Thyroid Hair Loss

 Low thyroid hair loss strikes many individuals who are coping with thyroid problems. 

Many thyroid conditions feature symptoms that resemble other health challenges. Hair loss is a symptom that can help narrow down the universe of possibilities and lead to a diagnosis.

Thyroid hair loss symptoms Thyroid problems caused by hypothyroidism (also known as low thyroid or underactive thyroid) and can cause hair loss anywhere on your body. Losing hair on the outer edge of the eyebrows is a symptom that is unique to hypothyroidism.

But of course, low thyroid hair loss is most obvious - and probably most troubling - on your head. Unfortunately, low thyroid hair loss tends to make clumps of hair come out all at once. It's noticeable in bathtub drains and sinks. Even thyroid patients who don't lose their hair might still experience changes of texture. Your hair can start to feel coarse and brittle. It can tangle easily.

Thyroid hair loss treatment Successfully treating underlying thyroid problems can stop the low thyroid loss. But in the meantime, most thyroid patients look for ways to cope.The first step, of course, is to ask you doctor's advice. He or she may be able to adjust your treatment or medications to keep hair loss to a minimum. Certain thyroid medications, notably Synthroid, have a history of causing hair loss as a side effect.

Beyond that, your choices largely become a matter of personal preference. Some people decide to embrace their baldness and just "go with it." Naturally, men tend to feel more comfortable with this option than women. Menopausal women are especially at risk. Low thyroid function is common among women going through menopause. See thyroid problems in women.

Concealing the hair loss with a wig is another option.

You can also talk to a dermatologist or a hair restoration specialist. A dermatologist may be able to find other reasons why you're losing your hair in addition to a thyroid condition. A hair loss specialist can explain procedures like hair transplants. Hair replacement and restoration therapies have made some significant advances in the last few decades. You can check with the American Hair Loss Council to find a doctor in your area.

While you're under treatment for thyroid problems, your hormone levels will vary, so coping with hair loss can be challenging. If you're just beginning treatment, you'll need to be as patient as possible - not an easy thing - while you go through a hair loss cycle. It can take 3 to 6 months for hair to grow again.  

 

 

     

 
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