Hair Loss from Lithium
I lost 3/4 of my hair due to lithium. How do I get it back?
Many drugs are known causes of hair loss. If you stop taking it, your hair might come back — but at what price? Speak with the doctor who is prescribing lithium about alternative drugs.
I’ve been taking Lithium for almost 6 months and I notice that my nails grow faster and stronger and my hair is growing in thick and straighter. As an african american our hair has a natural tight curl to it, “kinky” hair. I have not put any chemicals in my hair to make it straight for almost a year. I also notice that I have only gained about about 4lbs. Why do I read that everyone else is having hair loss and gaining much more than me? Do you think that race may be a factor? Different hair textures and body size? I’m currently 102lbs.
My nails grew LIKE CRAZY when I was on Lithium. I stopped taking Lithium, and my nails became weak (and very short) again.