Lyme Disease and Hair Loss

I have had Lyme disease and taken massive quantities of antibiotics. I am also 57 and taking a small amount of estradiol. I also recently (over a six month period) lost 12 pounds on a diet prescribed by my endocrinologist which eliminated foods I was allergic to (wheat and dairy). my hair has been falling out for about four months now. I thought it was due to the antibiotics, but I quit them three weeks ago and the hair loss is as bad as ever, particularly when I wash my hair–a handful! I am down to half my normal head of hair (and have also lost it on other parts of my body). Do you know of a good Alopecia doctor in Los Angeles who could help me. And, of course, what are your thoughts?

I am in Los Angeles, so I’d like you to please pay me a visit. I can add other doctors to the mix that have the specialties to deal with some of the problems we identify. It sounds like many of the elements you discussed can contribute to your hair loss. Medications, hormones, weight loss, and some types of allergies all are known factors that by themselves can produce hair loss, but first, you need to have a good, caring doctor who will look at you as a person first, and with a desired head of hair second. I might not be the right one for the entire management, but certainly I am good to have on the team.

Call my office at 800-NEW-HAIR to set up an appointment with me. The consultation is free.