How to Restore Hair Loss From Hypothyroidism

The thyroid gland and its hormones play a major role in hair growth and health. When thyroid hormones are low (hypothyroidism), hair growth slows or, in some cases, stops. Hypothyroidism can also cause early graying and dry, brittle hair. Treating your disease and improving your lifestyle are key factors in reversing these hair troubles.

Things You'll Need

• Doctor's appointment
• Prescribed medication

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Instructions

Reversing hair loss

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  Call your doctor. As soon as you recognize symptoms of hypothyroidism, schedule an appointment with your doctor. Other signs of the disease include: yellow skin, memory loss, constipation, weight gain, infertility, goiter, fatigue and tingling in the fingers, according to the New York Thyroid Center at Columbia University.

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  Treat your body well. Your lifestyle affects how your body functions, and stress and poor habits can influence hair health. Avoid smoking, heavy drinking and processed foods. Follow the basic health tenets: eat a well balanced diet, exercise on a regular basis, and drink six to eight glasses of water each day.

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  Take your medication. Once your doctor confirms hypothyroidism, medications, possibly hormone-replacement drugs, likely will be prescribed. Once the hormone imbalance is corrected, your hair should resume its normal growing process.