Deficiencies In Chronic Diffuse Hair Loss In Women

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Brief Summary: Hair is considered to be a major component of an individualâ€™s general appearance. The psychological impact of hair loss results in a measurably detrimental change in self-esteem and is associated with images of reduced worth.

Chronic loss of scalp hair is a common problem among middle aged women.Many cases of telogen effluvium are subclinical, so the true incidence in the community is unknown.Observational studies have suggested that alopecia in women maybe associated with decreased body iron stores or with an underlying thyroid disorder.

Only few epidemiological studies have addressed the etiology and risk factors for chronic hair loss.Thus, the present study has been taken up to assess the association between serum ferritin and thyroid functions in chronic diffuse hair loss.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria

Patients with complaints of diffuse hair loss of more than 6 months duration 2.
Women of the age group of 15- 45 years 3.
Patients willing for the required investigations with a written informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Results of serum ferritin, serum hemoglobin, thyroid function test	3 months

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
serum ferritin , serum hemoglobin, thyroid function tests	6 months

Locations (1): Father Muller Medical College
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Kannada, KARNATAKA, India
Father Muller Medical College
🇮🇳Kannada, KARNATAKA, India
Dr Nanda Kishore B
Principal investigator
9343567927
drnandakishoreb@rediffmail.com