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Kristina_M

03/19/2019 at 3:38 AM

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Has anyone experienced severe hair loss after their diagnosis? My hair is falling out in the shower and after I brush it, more than ever. It is becoming so thin and lifeless. It is very depressing for me as I am so young and my hair used to be a great feature of mine and made me confident. Not anymore. I feel like these diseases are just stripping me from everything that was once mine. I went to a dermatologist and they said it is basically from malnourishment and stress, so there’s really no treatment until I get my disease and stress under control. Does anyone have any advice or suggestions?

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gottgetbtr

03/20/2019 at 1:10 AM

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@Kristina_M I did not have hair loss after my diagnosis with depression, but after being depressed for some time, I began to eat poorly and also developed an eating disorder. My hair began to fall out and I had no energy, which was attributed to my poor diet. So sounds similar to what you say as malnorushmnet.

Hair loss after diagnosis with depression? https://www.carenity.us/forum/depression/symptoms-and-complications-of-depression/hair-loss-after-diagnosis-with-depression-857 2019-03-20 01:10:22

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03/20/2019 at 2:04 AM

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@gottgetbtr‍ sorry to hear. Have you been eating better and have things gone back to somewhat normal?

Hair loss after diagnosis with depression? https://www.carenity.us/forum/depression/symptoms-and-complications-of-depression/hair-loss-after-diagnosis-with-depression-857 2019-03-20 02:04:10

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03/27/2019 at 12:31 AM

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@Kristina_M‍ I go through phases, but I have not experienced much hair loss for some time... I still experience more than usual during showering, but it is not too the extent I am worried about it anymore.

I began to take biotin, vitamin C, and collagen, in addition to trying to eat better, but depending on the week - I may feel OK - which is like a great for me - and eat pretty normal; or I may be very depressed and have pain the next week and eat very poorly, even though I try to force myself to eat correctly or to even eat.

Like yesterday, I did not eat except a protein shake and some yogurt.

Hair loss after diagnosis with depression? https://www.carenity.us/forum/depression/symptoms-and-complications-of-depression/hair-loss-after-diagnosis-with-depression-857 2019-03-27 00:31:56

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04/02/2019 at 2:54 AM

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@Kristina_M have you tried anything for your hair growth with success?

Hair loss after diagnosis with depression? https://www.carenity.us/forum/depression/symptoms-and-complications-of-depression/hair-loss-after-diagnosis-with-depression-857 2019-04-02 02:54:21

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@whatistheissue‍ unfortunately no. I went to the dermatologist and they said I have Telogen effluvium which is when a major life change (stress and in my case autoimmune diseases) causes the hair to go into a resting phase and the hair cycle stops only causing it to shed. Unfortunately the hair loss won’t stop until I get my disease under control and manage my stress/depression better.

Hair loss after diagnosis with depression? https://www.carenity.us/forum/depression/symptoms-and-complications-of-depression/hair-loss-after-diagnosis-with-depression-857 2019-04-02 18:19:57

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04/20/2023 at 10:31 AM

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Hey! Did you get a hair transplant?

Hair loss after diagnosis with depression? https://www.carenity.us/forum/depression/symptoms-and-complications-of-depression/hair-loss-after-diagnosis-with-depression-857 2023-04-20 10:31:39

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I'm sorry to hear about your hair loss. Understandably, it's making you feel down, especially since it used to be something that made you feel confident. I can relate to that feeling. If you're looking for a potential solution, you might want to consider checking out Nova Medical Hair Transplant Florida. They offer a range of services to help people with hair loss, including hair transplant procedures that can restore your hair to its former glory. They're located in a convenient location in Florida, and they have a great reputation for helping people with hair loss. You can find them at https://goo.gl/maps/pRjccyvtrnVZKmgi7 . I hope this helps! Best of luck to you in your journey!

Hair loss after diagnosis with depression? https://www.carenity.us/forum/depression/symptoms-and-complications-of-depression/hair-loss-after-diagnosis-with-depression-857 2023-04-20 11:08:13

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