I'm a 32 y/o female who's experiencing hair thinning/loss due to FPHL, low iron levels, and stress. I'm curious if my thyroid levels are also contributing to this hair loss. My TSH is slightly elevated (TSH is in the range of 5 to 6) and my free T4 levels are normal. Can subclinical hypothyroidism cause hair thinning? I don't have any other symptoms of hypothyroidism except for the hair thinning. I'm nervous to take levothyroxine since one of the side effects of this medication is also hair loss.
November 19, 2018
Answer: Hair loss and your Thyroid Thank you for your question. Both hypo and hyperthyroidism, including subclinical, can cause hair loss. The body, and especially the hair, is much more sensitive to changes in the thyroid then the numbers from our blood work reflect. I would recommend seeing a physician you are comfortable with as there are numerous approaches to hair loss based on the multi factorial nature of hair loss. It may be as simple as supplements, thyroid supplementation (We recommend nature thyroid or armour over synthroid), PRP injections, or may be as extensive as hair transplantation.
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November 19, 2018
Answer: Hair loss and your Thyroid Thank you for your question. Both hypo and hyperthyroidism, including subclinical, can cause hair loss. The body, and especially the hair, is much more sensitive to changes in the thyroid then the numbers from our blood work reflect. I would recommend seeing a physician you are comfortable with as there are numerous approaches to hair loss based on the multi factorial nature of hair loss. It may be as simple as supplements, thyroid supplementation (We recommend nature thyroid or armour over synthroid), PRP injections, or may be as extensive as hair transplantation.
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November 5, 2018
Answer: Hair Loss Treatment Dear Guitarist4342,Hello and thank you for your excellent question. Yes, subclinical hypothyroidism can result in hair loss. I suggest that you start Finasteride and Minoxidil, as they are the only two medications for hair loss approved by the FDA. For women of child-bearing age, I use spironolactone instead of finasteride. Both medications have different mechanism of action, and I usually recommend both medications to my patients. Other adjuncts include low-level laser light therapy, PRP, stem cell, or other regenerative medical treatment. Also, you will want to ensure that you are not taking any medications that could be contributing to your hair loss. The main objectives with the combination treatments are to stabilize your hair loss, increase your existing hair fiber diameter, and stimulate some hair regrowth. After those options are completed, I recommend hair transplant, including FUE or FUT. It is best to answer your question during a face-to-face evaluation, when you can discuss your goals and expectations for the procedure, and you can have a physical examination to evaluate for that procedure. I recommend that you find a board-certified, or board-eligible plastic surgeon with whom you are comfortable. Be sure to have all of your questions answered during a face-to-face meeting with your surgeon, and review before and after pictures of similar patients whom have had this procedure. If you have any questions, call our office for assistance. Good luck!
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November 5, 2018
Answer: Hair Loss Treatment Dear Guitarist4342,Hello and thank you for your excellent question. Yes, subclinical hypothyroidism can result in hair loss. I suggest that you start Finasteride and Minoxidil, as they are the only two medications for hair loss approved by the FDA. For women of child-bearing age, I use spironolactone instead of finasteride. Both medications have different mechanism of action, and I usually recommend both medications to my patients. Other adjuncts include low-level laser light therapy, PRP, stem cell, or other regenerative medical treatment. Also, you will want to ensure that you are not taking any medications that could be contributing to your hair loss. The main objectives with the combination treatments are to stabilize your hair loss, increase your existing hair fiber diameter, and stimulate some hair regrowth. After those options are completed, I recommend hair transplant, including FUE or FUT. It is best to answer your question during a face-to-face evaluation, when you can discuss your goals and expectations for the procedure, and you can have a physical examination to evaluate for that procedure. I recommend that you find a board-certified, or board-eligible plastic surgeon with whom you are comfortable. Be sure to have all of your questions answered during a face-to-face meeting with your surgeon, and review before and after pictures of similar patients whom have had this procedure. If you have any questions, call our office for assistance. Good luck!
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