THYROID DISEASE

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Q: Thyroid Disease and Hair Loss?
I have had an underactive thyroid for about 13 years. I’am now 25 and my thyroid dosage was just increased a little over a month ago because I now have type 1 diabetes and high cholestorol. For about the past week my hair has been falling out in clumps. I read the side effects and it said hair loss within the first few months. But does anyone know how long it usually lasts?

A: Hair loss isn’t a side effect of any thyroid medication that I know of.

Hair loss is however one of the main symptoms of hypothyroidism. Perhaps your medication needs to be increased even further. You need to have blood tests at least every 6 weeks until you get this sorted out, and you are stable and symptom free. Then you can cut back on the blood tests again, slowly, down to about every 6 months or so.

Q: have you used evening primrose oil for hair loss from thyroid disease?
did it help? thank you.

A: Hello. I have lost almost all of my hair from having hypothyroidism. I have tried every vitamin, eating more protein, taking natural thyroid medication, instead of synthetic, and nothing has ever helped it. I lose handfuls of hair every day, and none of it has ever grown back. When i was first diagnosed, all the doctors i seen assured me i wouldn’t lose all my hair, and that it would grow back. They were very wrong, and I don’t trust doctors anymore at all. Losing my hair had devastated me to the point of not wanting to live anymore. Hy heart goes out to anybody that has to go through losing their hair. It’s worth it to at least try anything you can to stop it. Good Luck.

Q: I had untreated thyroid disease for almost a year and lost most of my hair. Can I write off a transplant?
I am a salesman and an actor, and I have a large scar on my head that is now exposed bc of the hair loss.

A: If you are disfigured or require corrective surgury due to another medical condition, then the cost of medical treatment to restore your looks is also a medical expense. So you could deduct the hair transplant as a medical expense on Schedule A, if your total medical expenses exceed 75% of your income.

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Q: Thyroid disorders and hair loss. What is common and does anything help?
I was diagnosed with Graves disease early this year and underwent the radiation treatment for the disease. Now that they are adjusting my medicine I am finding that my hair is falling out a lot. They say that there are certain shampoos out there that help. Does anyone have any advice to prevent the hairloss?

A: i have that problem. i was tested for Lupas and Thyroid Disease. and i was fine. but then checked for low Iron and found out i have Anemia and that was the problem. i take Iron pills and a Multi-vitamin pill everyday.

eat healthy and take a multi-vitamin.
get good sleep also.

Q: Hashimoto’s Disease and hair loss?
I have had an underactive thyroid for about 5 years now and it has for the past 4 and a half years been regualted. But 6 months ago, my hair started falling out in clumps among other things. Just last week I finally found out I have anti-bodies that are killing my thyroid (causing the Hashimoto’s) so my synthroid has been increased. I am wondering if anyone know’s how long your thyroid has to be regualted again before my hair stops falling out?

A: I have to agree that you can’t expect your results to be the same as another’s. Your response once your levels are stabilized will vary. It could be a matter of weeks or even months. Your thyroid levels could stabilize and the hair loss could continue. Give the Synthroid increase a chance and if you don’t see more favorable results, speak to your endo about switching to Armour. Some have had very good results with it.

Q: Hair loss, doctors stumped, daughter has it too!?
I’ve always had a small amount of hair loss. I’ve had dozens of tests since I was a child but no definitive answer. I’ve been diagnosed with a thyroid disease for the last ten years and now my hair loss is worse even with thyroid supplements. Now my daughter, who is almost ten, is also experiencing some hair loss. Her hair is thick and long, though. Mine used to be but has now thinned to where I hate it and no hair cut looks good. Any comments, ideas, similar stories?

A: Thyroid conditions and thyroid medications can cause hair loss. If your hair is falling fairly evenly from all over your scalp, it is called telogen effluvium. Because there are so many possible causes, other factors may be involved. Possibilities include low ferritin levels or other nutritional imbalance, hormonal changes, vaccination, extreme diet and weight loss, infection, illness, candidiasis albicans, exposure to toxins or allergens, extreme stress or major life change. Because it is happening to both you and your daughter you may want to look into any possible environmental factor that might be affecting both of you. After losing most of my hair at age 32, I used essential oil scalp massage as a successful re-growth remedy. They are very effective for most hair loss conditions. More info is available at the site below.

Q: hair thinning / thyroid PLEASE HELP?
hello i think i got that thyroid disease can anyone please tell me what it is and can anyone tell me that after it is treated will by hair become thicker? i am currently experiancing hair loss and thinning of hair. My diet is also quite poor can anyone tell me how too improve my diet?

A: hi >go to your local health shop and buy some sea kelp tablets they really do work!
Sea Kelp is a natural source of vitamins and minerals and help with general good health and hair growth

Sea Kelp has been used in connection with the following conditions:

Hypothyroidism
Other Thyroid problems
Attention deficit–hyperactivity disorder (to prevent ADHD in the children of pregnant women consuming an iodine-deficient diet)
Iodine deficiency
as for your diet try to eat plenty of fruit and veg, fish ,chicken etc
3 meals a day
dont miss out meals
exercise
and 8 glasses of water a day if you can manage that
good luck xx

Q: Medical help about a thyroid disease?
My mom has an overactive thyroid. Almost everyone on my moms side has some sort of thyroid issue. I have been suffering from mild hair loss and bad acne. I never had acne before. I have been suffering urinary problems as well. I had a UTI that then from antibiotics turned to a yeast infection. Now still having problmes. GOt a urine test today and i have High PH and High Proteins. Can any of this be related?

A: All you have to do is get a simple blood test to check your thyroid numbers. It’s easily treatable in most cases. Hair loss is a symptom of thyroid problems, but I don’t think acne is.

Q: Have you tried anything that works to reverse hair loss?
I was devastated by a dramatic change in my hair probably related to heredity, hormones and sudden onset of thyroid disease. Not only did tons of my hair fall out, but the remaining hair had no body & was horribly flat & limp. Then it occurred to me to do my own research/experiments. So, the question is, has anyone out there had any luck with herbs, supplements, essential oils, etc., in reversing hair loss. If so, I would love to hear what is working for you & whether the results are small, medium or large. I have no interest in commercial remedies – been there, done that (except hair plugs) and the results are very disappointing at best. Thank you!
I tried Minoxidil with very pathetic results. Thanks to everyone who responded & to those who may respond later. Thank you.

A: I’ve been using saw palmetto as a tea, 1000mg of pure pumpkin seed oil in gelatin pill form and nettle leaf as a tea also.
I’ve been staying away from shampoos that contain a certain chemical (I’ll check on it later after someone gets out of the shower).
In otherwords i use an all natural shampoo from aulbrey called swimmers shampoo every few days.

I don’t have real chronic hair loss, but after doing this for a month now…I do see decent results. Though i want to keep doing this even further to see how much hair i can gain back.

Q: How late can Post-partum Hair loss occur??? Help please??
I am 27 years old and had my first baby 15 months ago. I breast fed for 7 months. For the last three weeks suddenly my hair has been shedding in indescribable amounts. Seriously, mounds and mounds of hair in the shower and sink every time I wash my hair. Washing my hair has become a certified “event” and I am crying even before I set foot in the shower. Thankfully, no bald patches yet and none of my friends or husband can see any change. I was diagnosed with thyroid disease seven years ago, and have been taking medication every day of my life ever since. I have it checked regularly and during my pregnancy everything was fine. I’ve been to my physician, and a dermatologist, had tons of blood lab work, and no one can give me any answers except for “post-partum stress”. Here’s the problem. Nothing traumatic has happened in my life, being a new mommy is great, and I don’t feel abnormally stressed out! I’m not overly tired and I am not working. So, my thoughts are that I could be experiencing post-partum hair loss just a little late in the game. I have spent hours online researching and every one says the hair loss occurs between 3-6 months after baby is born. My son just turned 15 months. Is this possible???
I need some answers so I can at least try and treat the problem.

A: Prior to my pregnancy, I’d lose fistfuls of hair in the shower and while drying and styling my hair. One of the things I loved about pregnancy and nursing was that I stopped this shedding. A couple of months after I stopped nursing, it resumed, and it seemed much more significant than before. I swore I was seeing “bald spots,” but, in retrospect, it was just me being over-reactive. If you feel well and the doctors say you’re well, I wouldn’t worry too much. I imagine that your breastfeeding postponed this a bit for you (as it did for me). If there’s anything that I learned from being pregnant, nothing is “normal.” The 3 – 6 month window is the most common range; it’s just not yours.

Q: thyroid disease (hypo) and methimazole medication?
I have been diagnosed with thyroid disease and my doctor prescribed the medication ( methimazole) so that it can regulate the thyroid. Before I lost weight and had nervous reactions, heart pulpitations and total hair loss in oneplace. After started taking methimazole everything went somewhat back to normal. However this medicine is making me loose my hair at least half of my hair is gone and keeps falling out. I read the side effects and it says its hair loss etc. I have hair loss and some dizziness. My doctor lowered my dosage from 10 mg to 5 mg but it keeps falling out. What can I do to stop this? I don’t want to loose all my hair and I can’t stop taking the medicine. Help….

A: u can go for radioactive iodine to control your hyper thyroidism and stop all medications if u become euthyroid..and if in case u become hypothyroid u can take synthyroid after it doesnt cause hair falling.go to your doctor and discuss with him the option of radioactive iodine

Q: I think I have a thyroid problem/disease!?
Okay, this may sound a gross, but my question is serious and I’m scared! I seem to have an abnormal excess of earwax so I Googled it and I came to Thyroid-Disease.org.uk
Looking at the symptoms, I noticed I have several of them and been to the doctors on many: Low body temp
Allergies
Intolerance to cold/heat
Heart palpitations
Dizzy Spells
Loss of Appetite
Joint/muscle Pain
Trembling muscles
Weight Gain
Extreme Tiredness
Hair Loss
Dry Mouth on waking
Brittle/ridged nails
Frequency of urination
Broken sleep
Lack of motivation
Constipation
Jumpy
Intolerance to loud noises
3pm crash
Difficulty swallowing
Sensations of lump in throat
Mood swings
Nightmares/weird dreams
dry eyes
morning headaches
sore throat
puffy neck
severe menstrual cramps

I have even more of these and I haven’t to the doctors as often as I should. Recently I was diagnosed with Depression and I’m on meds. I had 2 a blood test done; can you tell if you have a thyroid problem by blood test? What should I do? I am 19.

A: Depression is one of the symptoms of being hypothyroid. When you do see your doctor have them run a Free T4, Free T3, TSH, TPO, Ferritin (iron), Adrenal function tests and even check your sex hormones. All these things work inconjuction to help your body convert thyroid hormones. I’ve had depression myself as I was going hypothyroid. I ended up having a total thryoidectomy for other reasons but one of the issues I’ve struggled with is depression before and after the surgery. It has taken a while for the thryoid medication to work but I am feeling less and less depressed all the time. I’ll post a great web site for you to check out about the thyroid and depression. I wish you well

Q: hypothyroidism and hair loss: is there a way to stop hair loss associated with Hashimoto’s disease? Also,?
what do you think is the best brand of thyroid medication–no ‘health/herb’ treatments please. My case is too severe for that.

A: I agree with you that herbal and nutritional treatments are a waste of money. Hypothyroidism is a hormone based immune system disease requiring medical care–it is not just “stress!” When I read your question, I was hoping you might get some helpful answers since I have the same problem.
I’ve tried a variety of shampoos, conditioners, herbal, and other nutritional mumbo-jumbo, to no avail.
I’m assuming that you, like me, eat a healthy diet. I hope you get an answer that gives more information than just a link to yet another hebal . . site.
Don’t you wish people would read your question before giving answers you don’t want?

Q: Hair loss?
I don’t have any bald spots or anything but I’ve been losing a LOT of hair lately, probably from combination stress and thyroid disease. I’ve just noticed that it falls out in massive proportions and it’s thinned out quite a bit. I was just wondering if anyone knows of any good hair restoration products that really work. Please let me know of your experiences and recommendations. All answers are greatly appreciated.

A: Hi Ashley, the best way to deal with your problem is to treat the root cause of your hair loss problem. If it is due to hypothyroidism, then proper treatment of that underactive thyroid usually solves the problem. You can get more info on thyroidism and also tips on curing hair loss from this easy to navigate site:

http://www.hairlossmentor.com/

Have a nice day.

Q: Thyroid Disease In Children?
My 4 year old daughter has over the last year, experienced a great deal of hair loss. Her hair has slowly thinned out. Someone suggested that she might have problems with her thyroid, so I researched it online. She also has some of the other symptoms, like constipation and fatique. However she doesn’t have a problem with being overweight, she is actually underweight and has a hard time putting on weight. I have asked her doctor, but she didn’t think that was the problem. Should I get a second opinion? If you have any helpful information that would also be great.

A: I was diagnosed with an underactive thyroid at about age 15. I didn’t have any symtoms except having a goiter which was kind of obvious. The symptoms you mention are symptoms of an underactive thyroid. Usually the way they test it is by a blood test the most common type is Tsh and the other ones they use are T3 and T4. I had to end up having most of my thyroid taken out and I really regret it (I don’t think they do that as much anymore). I wouldn’t let anyone take hers out because even with the medication you still have metabolism problems. I would get a 2nd opinion and even though getting blood tests aren’t fun at least you’ll know for sure. Good luck!!