What a 23-year-old doctor tells his patients about hair loss after coronavirus
Hair falls out after covid, what should I do? I am asked this question at the reception, they write to me directly.
Everyone tells about the same thing: loss does not begin immediately, but about a month after the illness. Hair thinns evenly - doctors call it diffuse alopecia. Almost always nails deteriorate - it is impossible to grow a manicure, the nail plate exfoliates and breaks.
In general, all this fits into the picture of how the body behaves after severe stress. In the case of coronavirus, stress is caused by the viral infection itself, and the hassle around it, and metabolic disorders, and often serious treatment.
Alas, this reaction of the body there is no way to weaken. The shyest hair will leave the head within three to four months. We must accept and survive.
And spend this time getting ready for growing new hair.
What does it mean?
- full proper nutrition. There should be plenty of protein and vitamins;
- physical activity. Only blood can bring nutrition to the hair follicles. Therefore, engage in vigorous walking or any other aerobics;
- treat hair during this period as carefully as possible: no need for tight ponytails, root staining, daily hot styling, etc. Hair hurts, so buy a new brush with natural bristles and gently comb-massage your head;
- in the same way it is necessary to do with fingernails - take a break from shellac and any other varnish;
- go to the doctor, let him see what you have with thyroid gland and whether there is anemia. These are common reasons for hair loss and need to be corrected.
In general, already in six months after the illness, the hair should begin to grow again. You will see fluff, for example, in the area of \ u200b \ u200bthe temples.
If you are still scared, go to a trichologist. He will clarify the diagnosis, treatment, possibly add physiotherapy such as cryomassage.
Your Doctor Pavlova
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