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Hair loss, family genetics (teatosterone level-680)
Skin and Hair Disorders
Question #23119
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Hair loss, family genetics (teatosterone level-680) - #23119

Ishu chhabra

Hair loss since age of 18(nowI'm27), used minoxidil 5%,finasteride, and got good volume of hair, but stopped using 3years back coz of highBP, now I have nrml BP and started losing hair again and dontnwant to use modern meds. What to do in ayurvedic perspective?(All regular checkups are in nrml levels)

Age: 27
Chronic illnesses: Not any. All regular checkups revealed nrml body condition.
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panchkarma therepies can help to regrow your hairs so you should visit nearby panchkarma center for therepies

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HELLO ISHU CHHABRA,

your age- 27 -hair loss since age 18 -testosterone- 680 ng/dL(normal-high) -history of Minoxidil 5% + Finasteride(discontinued 3 years ago) -present Bp- normal -Symptoms- mild dandruff, scalp pimples, hair thinning -GOAL- avoid modern meds, pursue natural ayurvedic approach

ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA DOSHA- predominantly pitta-vata aggravated DUSHYA- rakta, asthi, majja dhatu involvement SROTAS- raktavaha, majjavaha, romakupa(hair root channels) BEEJADOSHA- hereditary cause(genetic male pattern baldness) HETU- excessive heat, mental stress, hormonal surge, chemical use, irregular diet

#PHASE WISE TREATMENT PLAN

*PHASE 1- DETOX AND SCALP CLEANSING DURATION- 0-6 weeks GOAL- eliminate toxins, pacify pitta and vata , reduces inflammation and dandruff

INTERNAL MEDICINES-

1)AROGYAVARDHINI VATI- 1 tab twice daily after meals

2)SARIVADYASAVA- 20 ml with equal water after meals twice daily

3)TRIPALA CHURNA- 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water for bowel regulation and mild detox

SCALP CARE- -NEEM+TRIPHALA DECOCTION WASH(boil and cool)- 3 times/week as a final rinse

-FRESH ALOE VERA GEL- apply to scalp for 30 minutes before bath- 2 times/week

-Avoid oil application during active pimples or scalp inflammation

#DIET- -warm, light, pitta pacifying food- khichdi, bottle gourd , soups etc -soaked raisins(10 daily), dry figs(2 daily) -AVOID- curd, spicy food, fried snacks, red meat, junk food -HYDRATION- coriander+fennel+vetiver infused water daily -No late night eating, eat before 8pm

#LIFESTYLE -Regular bowel habits -Sleep before 10:30pm -Avoid emotional stress, screen fatigue, exposure to heat on scalp

*PHASE 2- SCALP NOURISHMENT AND HAIR FOLLICLE REVIVAL DURATION- week 6- week 16(after phase 1 completion) GOAL- stimulate dormant follicles, balance DHT/testosterone, nourish asthi-raktaf dhatu

INTERNAL MEDICINES-

1)BHRINGARAJ ASAVA- 15ml twice daily after meals with warm water

2)ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA- 1 tsp with warm milk at bedtime

3)PUNARNAVA MANDOOR- 1 tab after lunch= balances water metabolism, mild androgen regulation

SCALP OIL THERAPY -NEELIBHRINGADI TAILA- lukewarm oil massage 3 times/week -NASYA- 2 drops of KESHYA RAKHA TAILA in each nostril on empty stomach- 3 times/week=VERY IMPORTANT

#DIET INCLUDE -amla(juice/raw/1tsp powder daily) -black sesame seeds(roasted 1 tsp), soaked almonds 5 daily -cow ghee- 1tsp daily with lunch

AVOID- -protein powders, whey supplements -pickles,vinegar, fermented foods -coffee/alcohol, late dinners

#LIFESTYLE AND EXERCISE -brisk walk- 30 minutes daily -yoga- bhujangasana, sarvangasana -pranayam- anulom,vilom, sheetali, bhramari= 10 min daily -oil scalp 1 hour before bath, avoid post-sunset oiling

*PHASE 3- MAINTENANCE AND REJUVINATION DURATION- month 4- month 6 GOAL- slow genetic progression, strengthen roots, rejuvenation scalp health

INTERNAL MEDICINES

1)continue bringrajasava

2)ASHWAGANDHA+SHATAVARI CHURNA MIX- 1/2 tsp each at night with milk

3)NARASIMHA RASAYANAM- 1tsp daily on empty stomach

SCALP ROUTINE -warm oil massage - 2 times/week -ayurvedic shampoo(chemical-free)-2-3 times/week -cool scalp rinse with triphala decoction- 1 times/week

DIET TIPS -continue amla, black til, raisins -add ghee, fresh coconut, drumstick leaves -stay off harsh, salty snacks, and sour curd permanently

LONG- TERM TIPS -daily 15 min meditation or deep breathing -balanced work-rest-sleep routine -avoid tight caps, helmets for long duration -no chemical treatment , straighteners, heat styling

PANCHAKARMA (OPTIONAL BUT HIGHLY EFFECTIVE) For deeper root level treatment , consider -TAKRA DHARA- cooling buttermilk stream therapy - for scalp pitta -JALAUKAVACHARNA- leech therapy on scalp to purify blood and stimulate growth

HAIRLOSS OF GENETIC ORIGIN CAN BE SLOWED AND PARTIALLY REVERSED WITH CONSISTENT DETOX, NOURISHMENT, AND SCALP CARE USING AYURVEEDIC PRINCCIPLES

TIMEFRAME- VISIBLE CHANNGES BEGIN IN 6-8 WEEKS, SUSTAINED RESULTS OVER 4-6MONTHS

AVOID CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY- FOCUS ON ROOT HEALING

DO FOLLOW,

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR.MAITRI ACHARYA

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NAMASTE ISHU CHABBRA JI,

DIAGNOSIS -pitta kapha imblance at the scalp region -genetic predisposition -secondary involvement of rakta and maajja dhatu -weakened metabolic fire affecting nutrient absorption -scalp disorder with signs of ooziness, blocked channels

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS(2-3 MONTHS)

1)BHRINGARAJASVA- 15ml+15ml water after lunch and dinner

2)KESHYA RASAYANA CHURNA- 1tsp with warm milk at bedtime

3)GANDHAK RASAYANA- 125 MG after breakfast

4)SARIVADYASAVA- 15ml+15ml water after meals

TOPICAL OILS AND APPLICATION

1)NEELIBRINGADI TAILA- warm slightly apply to scalp 3 times…week . massage gently leave for 1-2 hours or overnight wash off with herbal shampoo

2)FOR ACNE-PRONE SCALP-mix 1 tsp neem powder+Aloe Vera Gel, apply locally 3 times/week for 20 min before bath

HERBAL HAIR WASH use 2-3 times/week -herbal wash- mix Reetha, amla, sikakai powder with water and boil and then use -readymammde option- khadi or biotique shampoo herbal

DIET -fresh warm satvik meals -cow ghee daily -soaked black raisins- 10 -amla raw or juice

AVOID -excess dalt, sour fermented food -junk food, bakery processed -spicy/oily -very cold or frozen items -tea/coffee in excess

LIFESTYLE AND SUPPORTIVE -NASYA-instill 2 drops of Anu taila in each nostril after steam daily morning -PRANAYAM- sheetali and anuom vilom-10 min daily -sleep strict by 10pm-7am

ADD keratin plus(baidyanth) and hair rich(charka)- 1 cap twice daily for 2 months -amla + Aloe Vera juice- 10 ml each in morning on empty stomach

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

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Pathya: Fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, nutritious food, adequate sleep

Apathya: Avoid salt, sugar, tobacco, and alcohol. Overconsumption of salt and sugar increases dandruff and hairloss. Avoid large amounts of vitamin A.

Avoid strong soaps, shampoo or hair sprays. Only use mild castile soaps. Avoid tension, stress, worry and hurry. Use Bhringamalaki tail -ext apply massage for 10 min 2 times a day Jeevamrita leha -1 tsf - after food 2 times day Shudh shilajatu 250 mg+ saptamrit loha500mg+ bhringraj churna -3 gm-- 2 time after food with honey and ghee

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Dear ishu,You’re experiencing male pattern baldness that started at 18 — a Pitta-dominant condition. Stopping minoxidil/finasteride likely triggered withdrawal shedding, and your hair follicles are miniaturizing again Ayurvedic Action Plan (Safe + Long-Term)

🟢 “Bhringrajasava” (10 ml twice daily after meals) 🟢 “Triphala Ghrita” or “Chyawanprash” – 1 tsp morning on empty stomach 🟢 “Amla Juice” – 15–20 ml daily with water (or 2 raw amla daily)

Jive Hairloss tablet (2-0-2) Saptamrit lauh tablet (2-0-2)

Cosmetic surgery can also help along with this.

✅ Oil Therapy (3–4xweek) Bhringraj oil+ Neelibhringadi oil + coconut oil -apply every day Stimulates blood flow,hence hair growth How to use: Warm oil slightly Apply to scalp with fingertips (not nails)

Leave overnight (or 1–2 hours) before shampooing with mild herbal shampoo 🥗 Hair-Friendly Diet (Reverse Hair Loss from Inside)

Focus Food

Protein Moong dal, paneer, sprouted beans, soaked nuts Iron Beetroot, dates, curry leaves, sesame seeds Collagen builders Amla, pumpkin seeds, ghee, flax seeds Avoid Spicy, fried, late-night eating, alcohol, excess sugar

Drink coriander + amla decoction in morning: Boil 1 tsp coriander seeds + 1 tsp dried amla in 2 cups water → reduce to 1 cup → strain and drink

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If hair loss is family genetic, hairliss is bound to happen But with ayurvedic treatment we can prevent Take bhringraj asav 15 ml. Twice daily after food with water Amalaki rasayan 1-0-1 after food with water Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with water Apply amla oil with light massage twice weekly keep overnight and wash with mild herbal soap Nasya with 2drops of Brahmi grith in both nostril once daily Avipattikar tablet 1-0-1 after food with water Follow up after 2 months

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Hello This is common problem now a day which is seen in young age group, don’t worry about this problem. it may be due to stress , diet , vitamin deficiency

by Ayurveda we can correct this problem

initially you have to go for following procedure For detoxification

Deepana and Pachana therapy

Deepana means stimulating digestion treatment especially for kapha dosha. It is an essential procedure before therapeutic emesis (vamana) and therapeutic purgation (virechana).

The best form of food to kindle digestion is foods like fats/oils

Pachana :- means digestion, cooking, boiling, baking, softening. In medical treatments, it denotes digestion or promoting digestion. It is an important treatment for indigestion.

Later Panchakaram

Snehana one of the most important therapies that prepares the body to receive specialized Panchakarma treatment. It involves the application of medicated oils, ghee and herbs to the body internally and externally for three to seven days

Swedana helps in detoxification and reestablishing the balance between Vata, Pitta, and Kapha in the body. The sweat glands are one of the sources that eliminate toxins from the body

Vamana: Emesis Therapy, involves controlled, medically-induced vomiting. It is aimed to eliminate excess Kapha Dosha in the body which can otherwise trigger a series of ailments like acne, asthma, arthritis, chronic cold and diabetes

Virechana: the controlled therapeutic purging for a specific time. The main purpose of this treatment is to remove imbalanced or excess pitta dosha

By doing this your body will get Detoxification. you will feel Rejuvenation. later

Now we will start medication

Aswaganda leham two times a day with warm milk after food

Triphala churna half spoon with warm water two times a day after food

Brahami tailam to apply at hair

Hinguvastaka churna half spoon with warm water before bed time

Diet

Avoid oily , spicy , cold food Avoid carbonated drinks Drink plenty of water Eat fruits

Hope with the above treatment and medication you will get relief.

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Hair loss can indeed be challenging, but from an Ayurvedic perspective, there are strategies that can help address this issue naturally. Ayurveda views hair loss as a manifestation of imbalances within your body’s doshas, principally Pitta, which govern heat and metabolism, including skin and hair health.

Start by examining your diet. Incorporate cooling, bitter, and astringent foods, as these pacify Pitta. Opt for foods like fresh veggies, fruits—particularly pomegranates and berries—and leafy greens. Foods that imbalance Pitta, like spicy, oily, or fermented items, should be avoided. Consider taking triphala regularly, as it is a powerful herbal mixture that detoxifies and balances the doshas, enhancing digestion, and promoting overall health.

Oil massages (shiroabhyanga) are also a valuable Ayurvedic practice for hair health. Use cool, nourishing coconut or bhringraj oil to gently massage your scalp 2-3 times a week. This acts not only to nourish the hair follicles but also improves circulation and calms the mind, which can indirectly improve hair health.

It’s important to get adequate sleep and prevent sleep deprivation, as lack of rest can aggravate the Pitta dosha. Aim for 7-8 hours of restful sleep every night, creating a calm and soothing bedtime routine.

Additionally, managing stress is also crucial. Practicing yoga, pranayama, or meditation daily helps maintain doshic balance and reduce stress levels. Techniques like Shavasana at the end of your yoga routine or practicing diaphragmatic breathing can be particularly grounding and beneficial.

For herbal support, consider consuming ashwagandha or brahmi, as both herbs have health-promoting qualities that support stress relief and wellness. These should be taken under the guidance of a qualified practitioner to ensure proper dosage and suitability for your individual needs.

Remember, consistency is key. Ayurvedic approaches are holistic and might take time to show noticeable results, but these lifestyle and dietary adjustments foster long-term well-being and healthier hair growth. If you continue to have significant concerns, consulting with a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner can provide more personalized guidance.

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