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20 yrs ago i developed graves disease, and had my thyroid removed with radiation, i have the missing eyebrows and bug eyes and recently in the last 2 yrs, i now have low thyroid, and am having hair loss on my scalp my question is, will this grow back? is

By Anonymous October 14, 2011 - 5:25pm
 
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there something i can do to get my hair back? i am on meds for low thyroid meds now,and recently lost 80 lbs, i appreciate your help........... linda cornell

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You can speak to your endocrinologist about using progesterone cream. It can help balance your thyroid levels and regrow new hair. Progesterone is a hormone that helps with hair loss. Here is a link where you can take a look about thyroid and hair loss. http://www.womhoo.com/progesteronehelpshairthinningandhairloss.aspx.

If you have any questions I'm glad to help.
Melissa

October 14, 2011 - 7:33pm
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Hi,
It is difficult to say if your hair will grow back or not. It is dependent upon the severity of thyroid imbalance. A product such as Rogaine can stimulate hair growth and slow balding. However, most new hair is lost within months after the drug is stopped.
Maryann

October 14, 2011 - 5:42pm
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