My Hair Loss Hasn’t Stopped Since Giving Birth 2 Years Ago

I noticed hair loss after my son was born 2.5 yrs ago. I know that’s normal so tried not to worry. It hasn’t stopped. I’m 38 years old.

Life has been stressful as my 10 yr old daughter died in March this year. My thyroid level was 11.9 my doctor with no raised TSH so my doctor has prescribed thyroxine which has helped with tiredness. The hair loss is worse than ever at the moment and my scalp burns and itches. If this is down to stress how long is it likely to be before it improves. Some hair is regrowing in places but it falls out quicker than it can grow.

Thanks

Hormonal changes following childbirth can cause hair loss, though I wouldn’t expect it to last years. I’m very sorry to hear about your daughter. Stress is known to cause hair loss, and the amount of stress you must be going through from losing a child could undoubtedly lead to more thinning. Additionally, it’s possible that thyroxine might be a contributing factor.

With that being said, hair loss in women is a frustrating issue with little or no definitive treatment. There are a variety of blood tests that can be conducted to possibly help explain female hair loss (listed here), but I really cannot diagnose or give you personalized medical advice via this site.

It seems you are already being followed by a doctor. If you want a second opinion near your area (UK), I can suggest that you visit Dr. Farjo with offices in Manchester and London.