STOP Thyroid Hair Loss (Treatments That Work Quickly)
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- Опубликовано: 16 окт 2019
- Solve thyroid hair loss with this in depth tutorial. You'll learn why thyroid patients struggle with hair loss and hair fall and how to regrow your hair with thyroid problems.
Are you suffering from thyroid hair loss? If so then these treatments and therapies may be beneficial.
Hair loss in hypothyroidism and other thyroid conditions stems from multiple issues and figuring out which issue is causing your hair loss is incredibly important.
How do you know if you have hair loss? Thyroid patients with hair loss often experience hair fall, hair loss, and breakage of their hair.
These are the MOST common causes of hair loss in thyroid patients. You may find that one or more of these problems exist in your body:
#1. Hair loss from thyroid medication.
- Thyroid medication can cause hair loss either DIRECTLY as a side effect or because your medication is either too low or too high.
#2. Hair loss from low iron/ferritin.
- LOW ferritin is a huge cause of hair loss among thyroid patients.
#3. Hair loss from taking too much selenium and biotin.
- Biotin and selenium can both help your hair grow but taking too much can cause hair loss.
#4. Hair loss from high testosterone/DHEA.
- Your thyroid can cause testosterone problems which may contribute to hair loss.
#5. Hair loss from low progesterone and high estrogen.
- Low estrogen and high estrogen can both lead to hair loss and thyroid function affects both hormones.
#6. Hair loss from autoimmunity.
- Some of you, especially those with Hashimoto's, may suffer from alopecia which is an autoimmune disease. In this case you need to focus on improving your immune system.
#7. Low Zinc/B12.
- These nutrients are required for hair growth and many thyroid patients are deficient in them.
#8. Genetics.
Use this list to find out which problem you have and then FOCUS on that particular issue. This will help you in growing back your hair quickly.
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Disclaimer:
Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
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Are you struggling with hair loss/hair fall? If so leave your comment below and let me know what you've been doing for treatment. ALSO, I forgot to mention but you can check out a product I have designed to help improve hair growth in thyroid patients (which works independently of the factors listed in this video) which you can learn about here: www.restartmed.com/product/thyroid-hair-regrowth-complex/
I am 38 i take levothyroxine 100 mg my hair comes out alot i started my time of month cycle 30 november and its still going its the 12th what would u suggest i have the doctor do i feel my hormones are out of wack and i get upset very easy my emotions feel off i feel agitated alot over small things i am on birth control ps please help me
Hi. I’m a guy 25 year old. I lost my hair as 21 year old due to underactive thyroid. I have taken eltroxin my medication properly for almost 3 years now and my t3 and T4 is normal levels again my doctor told me. However my lost hair hasn’t come back I only see very small hair on my head in the areas that lost hair. Is this gonna take a longtime?
I am dealing with hair lost. My hair fell out a couple of years ago . Due to thyroid issues and Hashimoto. . I don’t take any medication . . It’s mainly in my nape area . 😩 I will try your hair supplements hopefully this will help . It has literally been broken/ bald in that area for almost 6 years
Do you reccomend these supplements of yours for hyperthyroid aswell as hypo
Yes, I am. After my thyroidectomy I started my Levothyroxine 100 mcg, but after 2 months of taking it I started to feel extremely tired. So my Dr. Changed my med to 137 mcg and now I feel great, I have energy. I workout everyday, but I have extreme hair loss now. I have been taking vitamin D 50000uni for the past 4 weeks. I eat healthy balanced meals, take Iron supplements, Omega 3. I have never seen this much hair falling before, even when I was taking methimazole.
What can I do???? Please I need help!!!!
Man…I always knew my Family Doctor was pretty much useless, the appointments are never more than 5 minutes tops, he barely makes eye contact, rushing you in and out. You have to tell him what you want, he doesn’t offer solutions, except basic basic stuff. Doesn’t actually care, just wants you in and out. This channel has helped me understand my health and what my body needs a THOUSAND percent more than my doctor. Thank you for explaining so much for us. ❤
You must live somewhere in Canada, most family doctors here are like that😏
I hope you get a new Dr. Good luck.. my Drs don’t know what they are doing either.
Hard to find a Dr that really cares. Patients are like cattle..... next 😢
Doctors really aren't concerned with how you feel, cause it's all about the money😅!!!
What u need is to report hiM and get a good dr.!
i was able to stop my hair from falling and make it stronger by doing these things: 1- i started eating more foods with protein and vitamins like lentils, avocadoes, berries, chia seeds, nuts, beans, plain greek yogurt, spinach, soy bean, etc. 2- i did yoga or exercise every day for 15 minutes to improve the flow of blood in my body. 3- i ate less unhealthy junk food. 4- i drank 6-7 glasses of water every day. 5- i stopped using my old hair products and switched to LittleExtra's coconion natural anti hair fall kit. 6- i applied oil to my hair only in the evening because during the day it attracts dust and pollution. 7- i stopped using plastic combs and started using neem combs. by taking care of my habits and using the right products, i was able to solve my hair problems.
Where did u purchased little xtra Coconino products and how much did it cos
@@monataylor3992 try amnzon
@@AnishaRaina-cf1ob hello and thank u, is the price realllly in the $100's
This shampoo comes from India and costs about $400 NO THANKS
Minoxidil tablets really work well but you have to speak with your doctor first.
If you are not taking medication jump to 5:20
Thank you!
Hair loss really breaks my heart. I used to have thick, long and shiny hair. Now its thinning and very brittle. I have hyperthyroidism and graves. 😢😢😢
Hi, can u tell me what other symptoms u have of hyperthyroidism other than hairloss?
Palpitations, weight loss (extreme) , eye bulging coz i have TEDs, insomia (until now i still cant have a decent sleep just around 2-4hrs sleep a day), fatigue, mood swings, difficulty of breathing and lack of libido :(
@@carmelaarkay2609 oh sorry to hear that 😔may i know how old are u?
I am a underweight person almost all my life i am having severe hairfall for the past 2 months, i sleep ok i eat ok no palpitations no mood swings, i am scared if i am having any thyroid condition 😑
I am 26 yrs old. For the last 25 years of my life i am well. I am carefree and full of life. I dont know what triggers this problem. I feel very empty looking at myself now. I dont know why i become the always tired and feeling sick person that i am now. If you feel something is wrong please consult a doctor.
@@carmelaarkay2609 thanks for sharing ur experience with me i am also 26 yrs old! God i am scared now.☹
After reading the book Medical Medium, I gave Selenium a try. After 3 years of a huge amount of daily hair loss, it stopped within a week! Unbelievable. A cheap bottle I bought from Walmart.
What did u consume for selenium?
@@swapnaveera8817sounds like a supplement
What's the dose
@@jerinaca8081200mg a day no more than that otherwise you may increase your levels!
I use caribbean seamoss,it balanced my thyroid hormones and my hair is growing like crazy!!
Hypo with hair loss and dry skin. It's heartbreaking!
I had thyroid cancer treated with surgical removal and RAI about 13 years ago. I had horrible hair loss after starting on synthroid-i had to change doctors to be able to try Armour and ended up on a combination of T4 and Armour. I did a lot of research on hairloss in thyroid patients and found that taking GLA/evening primrose oil daily really helped!! I hope this helps someone out there who is struggling with this real problem!!
What is "GLA/evening primrose oil"?
@@BLFulleit’s a supplement you can take daily-look at a good supplement store -I take 1300 mg/day and it makes a huge difference! It’s called Gamma Lenolenic Acid/EPO/Evening Primrose Oil
I am 44, diagnosed a year ago, and i have lost half of the hair volume i had. My long hair is gone, it has been cut above my shoulder, and my hair just keeps falling and falling. Thyroid problems are underestimated by all doctors, thank you ever so much Dr. Childs for all your videos! We are all very thankful 🙏
The same thing happened to me. I had waist-length thick hair; then around MARCH 2023, one morning, my hair was all over the place. Hair has continued to fall out since then ...going on seven months.
I highly suggest you have a hair test done for minerals. Your zinc, selenium, copper, magnesium, manganese might be off. Also, a micronutrients blood test could help pin point the reason. SpectraCell Labs (Texas) or Vibrant America (California).
@@maryjohnson753 you are one smart person 😂 thank you very much.
Major hair loss. Clumps Of hair in the shower. It’s very shocking! I cry when I wash my hair. The constant itching with NO flaking is a mystery! Even after I wash my hair my scalp itches. I feel like six more months I will have no hair left with this shedding. Getting blood work next week. However, my doctor NEVER sits with me and discusses the blood work. Great video!
I have the same issues. itching and hair fall. my scalp has been on fire for 5 years now. I was recently diagnosed with hyper and graves. has your itching and hair fall stopped?
@@aditinair4287 no, still the same. Setting up appt with endocrinologist. TSH levels have doubled in past year.
@@aditinair4287you must have something alive in your scalp feeding off your skin. You need to kill it. Try onion juice, and cloves water in a spray bottle just to the scalp and deep conditioning after. You need to throw out your pillows and buy new pillows, and boil your sheets. If your sneezing a lot you’ll need a new doona, as the dead mites you can’t really wash them out, you can try. Use essential oils like tea tree oil in your washing machine but not around pets. If you have a pet in your bed you’ll need to have it washed. And get rid of any stuffed toys. You definitely got something alive on your scalp.
Use the avenue baby shampoo maybe your scalp have allergies with other shampoo, put filter on your shower water to avoid from chemicals in water. Even rinse your scalp with bottle water if you don’t have shower filters. Drink filtered water , avoid sugars food and drink in any cost, have some water fast and keto diet. Stay away from stress. It all can help you with your hair loss .
@@aditinair4287 still itching and still excessive clumps. Seeing endocrinologist next week. Fingers crossed.
I am having massive hair loss and was diagnosed with thyroid issues one year ago. I keep telling my doctor but she says "oh, you have a lot of hair it's ok" she never said it could be my thyroid. Thank you so much for this information, now I'm not so stressed out thinking it's something else. 10 or so years ago I battled breast cancer and won 🎉 bur I remember there was a lot of hair loss before my BC diagnosis. So I kept thinking oh no, it's back but she said no that I'm good. I love my Doctor she's a good listener and always discusses what she suggest as treatment for my health issues but with this hair loss she seems very indifferent. Truly I appreciate your program.
I've always had baby fine hair, and the only time my hair was lusciously long AND thick/strong was when I was pregnant 23 years ago. It made me feel like a Medieval maiden with thick, hip length reddish-brown glossy hair. I felt like I wore a gorgeous velvet cape every day. Then, when my son was born, two months later my hair began to fall out in clumps 😱! Now I'm in menopause my hair is thinning, and even though it feels 'see thru'' to me, I'm on supplements and vitamins, eat proper home-cooked meals, and STAY COMPLETELY AWAY FROM SUGARS; I'm doing everything I can to keep away from toxins and live healthy and naturally. My hair is shoulderblade length and looks okay, but you can tell I have thinning hair. So when I have my parathyroid gland surgery, everything should return to almost normal, so my doctors say. I pray I do because I'm SICK AND TIRED OF BEING SICK AND TIRED! 😩
Try watching videos on Organic Caster oil for healing the Liver and thyroid ! Staying away from US Gluten and packaged foods helps a lot. I use Heritage Organc Caster Oil and I already sleep better and dream a lot when before i barely slept. I st heard about the many benefits from the female doctor who started ; Queen of Thrones. I take magnesium Citrate 3/day and potassium glucinate 3/ day.
I told my doctor that Synthroid and levotheroxin (spelling) were making my hair fall out. He just kept upping it even without testing the levels. My body just started feeling more and more run down. I just stopped taking it. Yes, I know you aren’t supposed to do that, but it was getting to the point I couldn’t properly function and my hair was falling out in clumps.
Amazing. Straight to the point. Subbed. Thanks😊
This helped me SO much!
This video was so helpful it made me want to cry. I've had such a hard time with doctors, what a breath of fresh air! Thank you!
No problem!
Doctors don’t take serious I cried 100000 times because of my excessive hair fall and no de helped me to solve this issue dermatologists said I should get done prp ;(
Yaa but supplements rnt cheap..or organic
@@drwestinchildsit's a problem u should have come earlier with ur bag of supplements
Combine zinc and iodine
Hoshimoto, Lupus, Fibromyalgia, psoriasis, alopecia. Currently taking spermidine for hair growth and weight loss. Definitely seeing hair growth in areas where there has not been growth in years and faster growth where there is already hair. It's only been about 2 months. Fingers crossed!
😊Thank you for the best explanation ever!!!!!
Exellent video as always!!thank you so much Foctor❤🎉
MEDICATION CAUSED MY HAIR LOSS.
I'm a 70 yo female with Hashimotos and Hypothyroidism. (My dad and brother had Graves Disease.) I was just diagnosed in April 2022. I started taking Euthyrox 50 mg. Starting feeling better immediately. Rolling along and contracted Covid in July. Got over that, rolling along again. Then in September my big chain pharmacy quit stocking Euthyrox, so they substituted Levothyroxin. OK, sounded good. Well within 2 weeks my hair started falling out and I had scabs on my scalp. I called the pharmacist and he told me that generally happened in the fall with the dry air and cold. I made another visit to my PCP and he diagnosed me with Alopecia, prescribed a steroid foam, and referred me to a dermatologist. I didnt go because i felt it was the Levothyroxin. I called another pharmacy and they didn't stock Euthyrox but would order it for me. The PCP agreed to prescribing it at the new pharmacy but he didn'tseem to think that was causing the hair loss. Lo and behold my hair was growing back immediately after starting back on the Euthyrox! And it looks great and I still feel great. After doing tons of research I also started drinking green tea with cloves, rosemary and cinnamon. I was already taking most of the supplements you suggested. I appreciate your videos soooo much! This has certainly been a learning experience. Sometimes we have to think with our instincts as well as our brain. Thank you!!!
Hows your hair now? I have wondered from the beginning if my hair loss was from Levothyroxine.
@@brandonpetersen415 my hair grew back and is OK since i no longer take the levo. But I demand Euthyrox (not Levothyroxin). I quit the tea during the summer but started back again last fall. I also cut back on the supplements and the tea because now I have Afib. But the thyroid problems seem to be leveled out and I feel fine. Continue to experiment with all methods, just BE CAREFUL with the supplements. Every body is different. I hope you find the perfect balance! Good luck!
I am hypothyroid, had mono in early 20’s, hair loss began at 17 when I went on the pill (which I am convinced is what there my entire body off kilter) back in ‘79/‘80, and now 7 years ago at 53 diagnosed with MS. After having kids hair loss was worse and didn’t come back and have worn a hairpiece since ‘99?. I’m sure I’m prob too old to have any positive changes towards hair growth but recently learning that knowledge is power and I wish that all this info was available to be back then.
I had my thryoid removed in 2018 due to cancer. I have been trying all this time to save my hair and nothing is working. My dad showed me your video and I am working with the doctor to check of all these things. Thank you so much for your videos
Great content, really very helpful, thank you!🎉
THANKS FOR SHARING
Omg hoshimotos. And hair loss is insane. This was helpful to know a bit of why its happening
I just came across this video. This video provided more information than any doctors I've seen in the last 10+ years combined!
Thank you so much for informing your viewers. ❤
excellent explanation, Thank you so much
Subscribed and saved your video for reference. I’m having hairloss issues that may be related to thyroid. Diagnosed with hypo this year and started taking medication; however, hairloss continues to be a problem. I’ll use your checklist as a guide to help me, hopefully, identify the problem. Thanks so much!
I just found and joined your channel!
The video has provided is AMAZINGLY helpful and informative. Thank you Dr. Child. I am one of the 100s who is hearth broken by losing hair in the past 6 months. Lately it’s been bothering to the bone that I get emotional about it 😢
Great Great video! Thank for discussing this subject!👍🏻
Very interesting. Thanks.
Thank you for addressing hair loss in women with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s Yes. I’ve had ongoing hair loss for 23 years. I also have autoimmune disease. Had to retire at 62 because I had some small TIAs, memory issues, fibromyalgia…so very bad pain episodes. My youngest daughter also has had hypothyroidism and is in her 40s which is how old I was when I began having arthritis in my feet and toes. We both began having hypothyroid symptoms in our teens.
Yes. Hair loss . This was so helpful. Sure wish you were my dr.
Yes! Thank you for the information. Your content is super helpful and amazing!!
Absolutely amazing informative video…thank u for clarifying it all.
I have never commented before....I am thankful for your videos. It's all so complex. You do a great job breaking things down. I am shocked how little many endocrinologist actually know about Hashimoto's. In addition, what endocrinologist know about Hashimoto's and Perimenopause. I was doing really well on Nature Thyroid until it was on back order. Then, I moved and changed doctors and I have been on 4 other medication he wanted to try and it really sent my thyroid hyper - I think the conversion was wrong! Anyway, I am now on Armour Thyroid...I have gone from 2 grains of Nature Thyroid to struggling with on again off again heart palpitations at 30 mg of Armour Thyroid. I don't understand why my dose has dropped significantly. My doctor had no explanation. I need a Dr. like you who truly understands the delicateness of my autoimmune disease. It can be so frustrating.
Unbelievably important content. A million thanks
I love all of your vids! Your content and education is awesome. ❤
Love the video! I’m 39 and have hypo. Dealing with hair loss since I was 12. That’s how I found out I had hypo. Now it’s been more constant and going on for 3 years straight. I appreciate the info, and plan to look into all of it.
Wish I could consult with this doc I already have new blood work!! Truly enjoying learning and listening from him
That was so helpful u won a new subscriber THANK UUUUUU💌
Thanks for your video. Any advice for scarring alopecia
Sadly, yes. i have most of those issues, but also yes on the autoimmunity. Thankyou for the video!!
Your advise is great my daughter suffers from Thyroid issues.I’m not sure the doctors in general go through with so much information as you, & yes hair loss is one of the issues concerned. Will be following your videos.
Thank you so much for the video not a lot doctors tells you all that. This is so helpful 🙏🏼
Thank you for the video. This is helpful in dealing with my issues at the moment.
I started taking zinc a year ago and my hair started growing like crazy! I started taking 50 mg a day for my skin. Good info! My hair WAS falling out and I had no idea why!
Glad you figured out what your body needed!
@@elionjonotan9075 Smart.
@dzlove My hair was falling out. I didnt know why. I started taking zinc for another issue and my hair started growing like crazy! I hope it works for you!
Hey Terri good to here that!
Can u tell me how u took ur zinc any supplement or through diet?
Hi! I started taking zinc fir a skin problem I'm having, I'd no idea it would help with my thyroid problems. I take just 100 mg per day. That was pure luck on my part!
Yes, I suffer with Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's along with my twin. I am currently on 50 mg of Synthroid and 5 mg of Liothyronine. I know it is also genetics because my mother had it and I believe my grandmother did too. They were from Mexico and were under diagnosed for a long time which I believe cause them both to lose their hearing around the similar age. I struggle with hairless and am really trying anything in my power to help it. So your right it does cause other autoimmune diseases and along with genetics it worsen for me I knew my twin had Hashimoto's and didn't get tested until recently when symptoms worsened because of Covid. I also suffer from other immune issues since covid so it is pretty serious condition that does spread. Thanks for bringing awareness.
Thank you. Yes I suffer with hair loss. The presentation was helpful. Thank u
Yes, hair loss is noticeable. And I was looking into skull skin problem causing hair loss. Thank you for information.
I will watch again to note important points.
Damn good content! straight to the point and explained perfectly. Thank you
I you Didn't Notice he's a wreck?
Dr. Westin, Thank you so much for the very informative video. Learned so much today. I am losing my hair like crazy In one month I lost more than half of my hair :(
1.Check your Thyroid Medication
2.Iron Ferrittin
3.Selinium/Biotin
4.Low Zinc or B12
5.Testosterone/ androgens
6. Estrodial-estrogen/progesterone balance
7.Autoimmunity
Very informative....
Now i clearly understand my hair fall problem.
I lost half of of my hair in a matter of 3 months last year and it continues to fall out like crazy every time I shower or brush my hair. At the same time, I started getting very heavy and painful menstrual cycles to the point of hospital visits, pain killers were needed, adult diapers were needed I was hemorrhaging for a month. I hated to but ended up going on birth control to slow the bleeding since nothing else was working. In my 40s and have always had nearly perfect health…until now. 😢😢
I am dealing with hair loss and it’s been extremely exhausting trying to figure out the underlying issue/issues….. most doctors really don’t care about going in-depth to trying to figure out what is going on. I did order a red light therapy cap and it arrives tomorrow afternoon, I’m praying this works especially with diet and supplements changes.
How is the red light therapy cap doing for you?
@@divakim206I hope that person you ask that question to is still alive.
Thank you for the video, I have autoimmune hypo and hair falls (
Thanks!
Yes I do have hair loss and thinning of hair. I take thyroid medication.
Speaking of hair, you have the best crazy hair style! 😄
Haha, thanks!
The truth is, he wears a wig hahaha..
First time viewer here. Good information and very clearly explained. Thanks so much
Thank you so much for this video!! It was just what I needed to hear and I already have to start at the first step. I wish you could be my doctor from afar
Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge, and having a heart to help people Dr. Childs!
I’ve been taking generic Levothyroxine for about 3 years with continual thinning of my hair. Do you think it may be time to try another brand option?
Can I ask my doctor for the lab tests to check iron levels and testosterone/dhea? (why hasn’t my endocrinologist recommended that already?)
Thank you so much again
Just found this video. Really helpful and clear thank you. I just started experiencing dramatic hair loss. I’m 24 and have had thick unruly hair all my life, so this is really strange and sad for me. Still have yet to do blood work. But once my doc okays it I will be able to move forward. Hoping to get this sorted.
Thank you very helpful. I have thyroid problems and hair loss.
This was so helpful and gave me a direction to go in to help solve my hair related thyroid issues. I've been suffering for so long and I really appreciate this video
Dr. Childs, thank you so very much for taking the time to post these helpful & informative videos. I feel like you're the only one who cares and understands our unique issues that everyone else, including our own doctors, think we're just whining about or exagerrating. Please keep them coming.
Dr.Child’s you are talking to fast and your writing on the board is not comprenslble for me…
@@moniquelaurienzo9925 ,vous savez ce que je fais pour le suivre: paramètres, vitesse de lecture:0,75....et voilà,bonne journée
I refuse to go to a doctor who thinks I am just whining or who ignores what I am saying. Period. If you can get a medical doctor in Functional Medicine, they do understand and will try a more wholistic approach. Never settle for less!
I had to look far for an MD who was open to my preference of healing with organics. I live in the boonies and have to drive 40 minutes to a good Doc, but it's worth the drive.
I always let my MD doctor know upfront I'm there for tests and diagnosis, but I will ALWAYS try natural healing first, and if that doesn't work, then we try their way. But I come prepared with knowledge, bring all my supplements, and we have a thorough discussion. They are out there... you just have to look.
Hair loss. I take 75mcg of synthroid since 2006 when I had my right lobe removed. My TSH levels and t3 and t4 are within range and free t3 and t4 also. We have tried 85mcg witch made my hands tremor and 50 mcg I really felt worse on. I’m miserable in high temps and cold. I can walk outside in 97 degrees and get goose bumps. Winter I just want to stay covered up in a blanket. Heart rate is high. Blood pressure erratic. No energy. Also I was left with a parralized vocal cord in the vertical position from the surgery and therefore have half of a medium opening for breathing and swallowing. Breathing issues also. Thank you for this amazing site. All of us here would love an hour or longer with you. All endocrinologists are not created equal and internist only want to ck your blood work primarily the TSH levels and if they’re ok you’re ok!
Also. I am 73
Yes I struggle on and off with hair loss then it grows back but my hair is still thin. I have hypothyroidism. It's very difficult to deal with so I'm very glad I came across your video as doctors don't get it most of the time. They just test to see if you're within the spectrum and it doesn't work that way. Thank you for explaining these things.
thank you for sharing all your knowledge 🙏
No problem!
Of the research and videos I've done, you are the first to mention loss of thyroid and other problems that are not just hyper and hypo.
Yes I’m suffering with hair loss behind my ears, my hair line to the nape of knock has fallen out on both sides now my edges/temples are thinning. Looking for information to reverse autoimmunity alopecia
THANK YOU SO MUCH DR. For your knowledge and sharing!
My ferritin is 19
Vitamin D is 29
TSH 4.0 while taking Levothyroxine.75 noticed hair thinning but nothing to this degree
Will the lost hairs grow back if one fixes the problem?
yes i have a loss and am looking at you right now ,very helpful for me to hear what you have to say
Hi that was very informative! I work in the lab world so I was able to follow recommendations. I am losing my hair mainly in the top front of my head! I take Armor all and have for years! Thank you for your advice and education on the chemistry behind thyroid hair loss 😊
Fantastic video!! You are the only one I know who provides this kind of detailed information. I am definitely struggling with hair loss. I don’t have Hashimoto but I have a couple of other auto-immune skin conditions. It appears as though my numbers are fine based on what you showed though I am high selenium and ferritin. My hair loss looks like widows peaks and in also on the crown. It looks like alopecia and I am now looking into leaky gut given that I have over 40 food sensitivities (not allergies). So it looks like autoimmune to me. Could you please provide optimal ranges and ratios for each value you mentioned in your video? Thanks so much.
How you reacting on food... how to know it's gut ?
My Mom had her thyroid removed 10 years ago. She now takes levothyroxine and is experiencing massive hair loss and severely low energy. We will have to go down your checklist to do a process of elimination. Hopefully I can help her get back some energy, normality, and eventually some hair.
Thank you so much for this vIdeo
This was excellent! and your hair is beautiful so you must know what you are talking about. I am dealing with (All) of these symptoms. Thank you so very, very much for all you do. Thank you!
On Synthroid since 2016. I am in my mid 60’s. I have a small bald spot in the back of my head. :(. It’s one of the ways I can tell if someone has thyroid problems...I can also tell if they have extremely dry skin and lots of wrinkles. The last time I travelled, in my group there were two ladies in their late 60’s. One had beautiful skin and a full set of hair. The other lady was wrinkled, thin hair and extremely dry skin. She looked like me so I asked if she had thyroid problem and she said yes.
Thankyou, interesting and helpful. Dry symptoms of the scalp due to hypothyroidism has caused a few problems but use of support with the right shampoos etc., plus an enzyme supplement aid the condition. 🙂✨
What. Shampoo are i using maam?
Cool video...thanks
I'm so sad after reading some of the comments and what people go through with hair loss.
Thank you for this video i hoped it helped some of these people 🙏
I've was diagnosed with hashie. hypo thyroid15 years ago but my hair loss started about 20 years ago. I was diagnosed with low thyroid 25 years ago. Last July I had covid and last mo. my hair started falling out a lot more then it use to. I had to cut my long hair short because I was afraid that I would go bald. Thank you for the information.
Have you problem resolved..I am facing similar problem..
Yes, my severe hair loss and scalp psoriasis (lost about half of it in the past three years) is finally what led me to go to a dermatologist, who ran blood tests, which resulted in a Hashimotos diagnosis. Thank you for this video!! I had no idea that too Biotin could have an opposite reaction. Was always told that it's the holy grail for hair.
OMG, exactly same thing happened to me, though I already knew I have Hashimostos, and have been taking thyroid medictaion for past 8 years or so. But I never took my thyroid medication seriously and many a times I skipped it, and that lead to psorasis and heavy thinning of my hair. However, since I have adjusted my does now and have been taking my medicine religiously, I have seen immense difference in just 2 months. I'm really happy now, hair fall has almost just stopped.
The only take away is that, taking the right dosage (trial and error, I would say), and sticking to it, and taking it timely and not eating anything for 1 hour after the medicine (for it to get absorbed without interruptions).
What was in your blood lab results that showed you have Hashimotos. What should I be looking for? Thanks!
@@deedee2218 I can't remember the details of my blood tests. My dermatologist sent me to my regular doctor, who ran more blood tests, and then she diagnosed me. I believe it had something to do with elevated thyroid antibodies.
@@thatindianviewer3110Same here i used to skipped my medicine my hair is still falling 😢 I will take it regularly from now
@deedee2218 it's an antibody test.
Good video 👍
Ty so much for breaking this down for thyroid patients. This makes so much sense. I'm definitely going to speak to the doc to get the labs completed so we can see how to better regulate all of this. ✅❤
I’ve been having hair loss for about 6 months. I went to see my doctor and discovered I have subclinical hyperthyroidism with multiple nodules. I’m currently being monitored and investigated by my GP and an ENT which I will have a phone appointment with next week. This video helped piece things together quite well! I have had previous issues with low ferritin and anemia, which is likely contributing. I now have great questions to discuss with my specialist now, I have yet to see an endo but I’m sure that will be coming in the near future. Thank you for for posting this information.
Cut the gluten
What happened with the nodules?
How did you get on? I have been experiencing hair loss for coming up a year now. I am also just at the level of needing monitoring. In that time I have also gone into perimenopause. So finding out the cause of the hair loss has been a big problem. It seems like my hair is trying to grow but then new short growth falls out. Interested in how your journey is going.
Soooo what about iodine. I started losing my hair at 17. I'm now 60. I've seen countless so called real doctors as well as holistic doctors over the years. I've spent a Kings Ransom trying to figure out why I'm losing my hair. I eat 90% organic meat and veggies, don't drink or eat a bunch of crappy food. Never been over weight I weight 120 and have tried to do everything right. About a month ago I was concerned because my hands were so dry and hard they could slice bread. I was already taking 12.5 mg of iodine every day as well as all the supporting supplements for the thyroid. I decided to double my iodine not thinking it would help my HL I was hoping for softener skin and a warmer body temperature. To my great surprise every day I lose less and less hair. The hair I lose is very thin and weak so I'm guessing it's being replaced with healthier stronger hair. I used to lose upward of 300 strands on wash day. Yesterday I lost 60. My hands are warmer and I can go for a hour long walk in 25 degree weather. That's something that would have left me with frost bite in the past.
I understand exactly what you going through, Natural herbs has really created contentment in my life, totally free from Hypothyroidism after long time battle, I felt so much pain, hair loss and gained lot of weight but now I'm feeling better, my hair grew back and beautiful you also need to have a comfortable life get to know the holistic herbal doctor his medicine are really wonderful! dr isibor natural root and herbs helped cure my hypothyroid of 14 years in less than 2 weeks permanently
@@sarahauther6254 can I have your doctor's name please ?
Please share information, thank you!
Hi Dr.Westin Childs I used to have a thick hair, now it's thinning so much. I been takingSynthroid for more than 20yrs already. I'm a new Subscriber watching from Vancouver Canada 🇨🇦.
Yes Dr Childs, I have hair loss very bad. I had my Thyroid removed about 6 months ago after reads of over 100 off the chart. Thank you for your information I will look into more levels. Thank you for caring.
My hair was okay until recently when I changed to T4 from Tirosint. I was also fine when I was taking Dithyron which is a mix of T4 and T3 made in Greece. A doctor told me not to take t3 so I stopped. Crazy. I’m now going to go back to tirosint. I stopped taking it because of the sugar content because I’m gaining weight and have a big problem losing it. Many years ago before diagnosed with myxedema I lost most of my hair and a Swiss doctor advised half an avocado a day as it stimulates hair growth. It worked.
You are always “right on”. Love this format. I am a visual learner, so hearing it and seeing it helps with my comprehension. Thank you. Yes, but better with NDT.
Glad it's helping!
You are not alone. I too am struggling and really appreciate Dr Child’s information. Dr you are helping so many. Thank you for all your efforts. I’m in a complicated situation and trying to figure it all out. People I who do not have to deal with these issues cannot possibly understand. So your videos as well as people sharing is very enlightening. Thank you everyone. Cathlyn from TN. Dr where do you practice? How can I find the right Dr for me? I’m near Chattanooga.
@@cathlynpollom2545 Thank you for your comment. As I understand it, Dr. Child’s no longer practices. He is In Arizona. Have a blessed day.
i am, T1d. I didn’t even know that the levothyroxine was causing my hair loss. Thank you for this informative video. I’m going to try some of your suggestions.
Thankyou for explanation that I can get solutions and not just a tablet to swallow.
I am 44 years old, and my hair has been getting thinner and thinner, especially on top. I do have thyroid problems. Ive always had gorgeous hair, long and curly. I hate that my hair is so thin! This video is a huge help, and I will be trying everything youve recommended. I will let you know how it goes!
How did it go?
I would like to know too.
@Rachel please respond and let us know if anything has helped
Yes, I'm in n the same situation and it's so depressing! My hair has always been my best feature! Long, curly hair!
Update?
I'm a 66 year old female. I complained of hair loss in 2018. I had a thyroid test which showed my TSH level was low at 04.1, but my primary doctor said everything was fine with my thyroid. Then covid hit so I did not go back to the doctor until 2022 when symptoms got worse. The updated thyroid test showed my TSH level dropped to 0.2, my ferritin level was at 5 and I had pre-hypertension and pre-diabetes. All of this appears to be clearing up now that i am on thyroid medication for hyperthyroidism caused by multi-nodular toxic goiter. I am still taking iron supplements every other day and hoping my iron level will be greatly improved since my last visit where it at least went to 18.. My hair loss has been improving over the last several months.
Thank you.
Yes, I suffer from hair loss . Have thyroid problem too for many years now and on medication