Swati Rane Swati Rane Asked 3 months ago

Can steroids cause hair loss?

My dermatologist prescribed me a short course of steroids for a skin issue. Over the last few weeks, my hair has started falling out quite a bit more than usual. Could this hair loss be a side effect of the steroids?

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Jaspreet Kaur Jaspreet Kaur Joined Jan 2026 3 months ago
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Yes, high-dose or long-term steroid use can absolutely cause hair thinning or shedding. They disrupt your body's hormone levels and hair growth cycles. The good news is that this type of hair loss is usually temporary and stops once the steroid course is completed.

Shalini Iyer Shalini Iyer Joined Apr 2026 3 months ago

Having PCOS, I know how devastating hair loss can be. Steroids can sometimes increase androgen levels, which might lead to thinning, similar to what we experience. I don't want to make assumptions about your case, so please consult a dermatologist for a proper diagnosis.

Ketan Mehta Ketan Mehta Joined Jan 2026 3 months ago

Actually yaar, steroids can trigger a lot of hair shedding because they stress your system. It's super frustrating to see so much hair in the shower. Don't worry too much, just eat healthy and ask your doc if you can use some hair serum in the meantime.

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Siddharth Menon Siddharth Menon Joined Mar 2026 3 months ago

Any hormonal medication like steroids can potentially impact your hair cycle. However, you must get your thyroid and iron levels checked first before blaming the steroids entirely. Please consult your physician before starting any hair supplements.

Vikram Malhotra Vikram Malhotra Joined Jan 2026 3 months ago

Let's be direct: yes, steroids can mess with your hair follicles and cause shedding due to hormonal fluctuations. But stopping your prescribed medication on your own is a bad idea. Talk to your specialist to see if they can lower the dose or offer a solution.

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Harpal Singh Harpal Singh Joined May 2026 3 months ago

Beta, when I was given steroids for my asthma years ago, my hair started thinning quite a bit. I was very worried, but my doctor told me to have patience. Once the treatment stopped, my hair slowly came back to normal, so do not lose heart.

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