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How to Treat Postpartum Hair Loss
Last Update: March 12, 2009
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Postpartum hair loss is a common occurrence that is usually not a sign of permanent hair loss. Learn some treatment options in this video.
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- Eat a healthy diet
- Continue prenatal vitamin supplement
- See a doctor or dermatologist if symptoms persist
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Video Transcript
DR. LISA RHODES: Hi, I'm Doctor Lisa Rhodes with Westlake Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery. It's very common to experience hair loss after having a baby. It's called telogen effluvium. And basically what happens is your body holds onto hairs that should typically be shedding while you're pregnant and then after you deliver the baby; you shed all of those hairs and experience significant hair loss. Usually it's self limited and your hair should thicken back up over time. The best treatment for it is continue your prenatal vitamin and make sure that you're eating a healthy diet. Rarely it can be linked with thyroid disease so if you're significantly concerned, I would mention it to your obstetrician or dermatologist.
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by nicwett23 on November 16, 2009 at 11:59 AM
Check out www.elon.profor more information on Thinning Hair. This company offers a Thinning Hair System which is great for women who are experiencing postpartum hair loss. This system not only includes a topical treatment, but an oral supplement as well (which is safe to take during pregnancy) This system is recommended by over 10,000 dermatologists!