Rahul Kumar Rahul Kumar Asked 4 months ago

Which doctor to consult for hair fall?

I'm losing a lot of hair, and it's making me self-conscious. I want to consult a doctor, but I'm not sure which type to look for to address severe hair fall.

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Anjali Sharma Anjali Sharma Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago
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Hey! So for hair fall, it really depends on the cause. Initially, a general physician is a good start, they can rule out basic deficiencies. If it's more severe or persistent, then a dermatologist is the specialist to see. They can identify skin or scalp conditions.

Rahul Singh Rahul Singh Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Mostly, hair fall is linked to diet and nutrition. I would suggest starting with your GP, who can recommend blood tests for iron, B12, and Vitamin D. A good diet is key, lots of greens and protein. If tests are clear, then a dermatologist can check for scalp issues.

Priya Das Priya Das Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Any health issue, especially hair fall that seems more than usual, should always be checked by a doctor. Don't self-diagnose or try too many home remedies first. Please consult a general physician to begin with, and they will guide you to a specialist if needed. Safety first!

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Vijay Kumar Vijay Kumar Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Oh, I just went through this! My GP first checked my thyroid and iron levels. When those were okay, she sent me to a dermatologist. Turns out I had telogen effluvium from stress. The dermatologist gave me some specific lotions and advised on diet. It's much better now.

Kavya Reddy Kavya Reddy Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Hiii! 😊 For hair fall, a dermatologist is usually the best bet! They are hair and skin experts. But sometimes it can be internal too, so a general physician for some blood tests is also a good idea. Don't worry, you'll figure it out! ✨

Shreya Menon Shreya Menon Joined May 2026 4 months ago

I know how frustrating hair fall can be, I tried everything from onion juice to fancy oils! But after all that, a doctor is the only one who can truly help. Start with a General Physician to see if it's internal like a vitamin deficiency. If not, then a good dermatologist is the way to go.

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Deepak Shah Deepak Shah Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Honestly, after losing so much hair, I think I'm gonna be bald before I figure out which doc to see. 😭 But seriously, start with a GP for basic checks, they can tell you if it's nutritional. If not, then a dermatologist is the next step. Hope you have better luck than me!

Gita Devi Gita Devi Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Don't stress too much about it. For hair fall, it is best to first see a general physician. They can guide you to the right specialist, like a dermatologist, if needed. Take care.

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