Bad hair day

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Okay, this question is for me for a change.

I have new problem that has developed this year and I am hoping that all

you supplement gurus can help me out. I have a history of eczema,

hives (in the past), allergies, chronic fatigue syndrome, depression and

muscle pain (possibly fibromyalgia?). I started prematurely graying in

early high school. I also have never stopped losing hair since having

my babies. This past year I have developed an annoying and alarming

scalp condition and my hair is thinning at an even faster rate

(thankfully I started out with very somewhat thick hair or I'd be in

even worse of a state). I am always so busy helping my kids, but I

think that I better start helping myself. I have heard that EFAs could

help with this. Any suggestions? I sure would like to hear from any of

you with ideas on supplements, hair products, etc.

Thank you!

Leigh

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> I have new problem that has developed this year and I am hoping that all

> you supplement gurus can help me out. I have a history of eczema,

Commonly associated with food intolerance.

> hives (in the past), allergies,

Food intolerance, a few other things depending on what sort of

allergies you are referencing.

>> chronic fatigue syndrome,

Phenol issues, other food issues, a few other things.

>> depression

Food issues, nutritional deficiencies.

and

> muscle pain (possibly fibromyalgia?).

Fibro can be caused by food issues, many parents find that taking

enzymes can address this.

>> I started prematurely graying in

> early high school.

Zinc deficiency.

>> I also have never stopped losing hair since having

> my babies.

Biotin deficiency, zinc deficiency, a few other things.

>>This past year I have developed an annoying and alarming

> scalp condition and my hair is thinning at an even faster rate

> (thankfully I started out with very somewhat thick hair or I'd be in

> even worse of a state).

Depending on exactly what scalp condition, try the zinc and biotin.

Folic acid, fish oil, and selenium can also help, depending.

Dana

[Guest guest]

Men who are already losing hair (male pattern baldness or related

to a health condition) are most likely to experience hair loss with

testosterone therapy.  Hair loss was

reported by 6 percent

of the men during the first 12 weeks

of testosterone treatment in one small study,  

There are a few options for managing hair

loss.  Propecia (finasteride, the same

drug we previously discussed in the prostate section) is a prescription

medication approved for hair loss, more cheaply available as the generic

finasteride.  Some men have reported

erectile problems with this medication since it tends to decrease DHT action.

DHT is needed for proper erectile function.

Rogaine® lotion is an over-the-counter product that may be

of benefit; it is available at most stores. 

Nizoral®, an anti-dandruff shampoo available as a prescription

and over-the-counter at a lower concentration, may help out too. It wasn’t

originally intended for this purpose but it seems to help block DHT’s effect on

hair follicles.I also believe that zinc/copper supplements can help stop hair loss in some instances if zinc deficiency is present.On Sun, Aug 28, 2011 at 12:37 PM, <thadd1@...> wrote:

Hi Mark,

I also have the same problem...I think its a accumulation of all of the meds...I take 100mg/lt test. injection weekly...and have noticed more loss since switching from the gel...( I cannot afford it)...but, over the years, my hair is much thinner than ever anyway, so I cannot assume its the injectable...

 

So, I have my hair cut short.....that helps the look anyway...

 

 

Thad...

 

 

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