Should I continue taking Follihair, applying Grocapix serum, and using a growth stimulation shampoo for my severe hair shedding if my vitamin, iron, and thyroid blood tests are normal, and will this treatment work for someone with a hormonal condition like PCOD? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Should I continue taking Follihair, applying Grocapix serum, and using a growth stimulation shampoo for my severe hair shedding if my vitamin, iron, and thyroid blood tests are normal, and will this treatment work for someone with a hormonal condition like PCOD?

Asked by Female, 21 · 3 days ago

Y. Lakshmi Thulasi

Pharm-D (Post baccalaureate)

3 days ago

Since your thyroid, iron, and vitamin levels are normal, your hair loss is likely driven by the hormonal fluctuations of PCOD. You can safely continue using Follihair and Grocapix serum, as they provide essential nutrients and support scalp health. However, because PCOD-related shedding is hormonal, these supportive treatments may not be fully effective on their own. I highly recommend consulting your dermatologist or gynecologist. They can guide you on targeted hormonal therapies or specific medical treatments to address the root cause and effectively restore your hair.

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