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Seeking Advice for Hair Fall and Dandruff Treatment
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Seeking Advice for Hair Fall and Dandruff Treatment - #46558

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Hi doctor, I have hairfall problem, dandruff and premature graying of hair , just want to ask which oil or hair routine to follow to get back my lost thick hair, I'm not diabetic or right now not having thyroid problems, but 2 years ago took medicine for my viral infection problem, please suggest me food diet or haircare , thankyou

How long have you been experiencing hair fall and dandruff?:

- More than 6 months

What is the severity of your hair fall?:

- Moderate, noticeable thinning

What is your current diet like?:

- Low in nutrients, irregular meals
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Take amalaki rasayana 1tab bd, Neeli bhrignamalkam external application, scurfol antidandruff shampoo,shanka Bashma 1tab bd

Dr RC BAMS MS

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AS YOU ARE EXPERIENCING HAIRFALL DANDRUFF AND PREMATURE GRAYING OF HAIR AND YOU ARE NOT DIABETIC OR THYROID AND TOOK MEDICINE FOR A VIRAL INFECTION TWO YEARS AGO . IN AYURVEDA HAIR HEALTH IS DIRECTLY LINKED TO THE STRENGTH OF SHUKRA DHATU OJAS AND BALANCE OF VATA AND PITTADHATUS WE FOCUS ON NOURISHING THE SCALP STRENGTHENING ROOTS AND IMPROVING DIGESTION AND METABOLISM.

FOR EXTERNAL CARE USE MEDICATED OILS LIKE NEELABRINGADI OIL OR BHRINGRAJ OIL APPLY 3 TO 4 TIMES A WEEK MASSAGE TO SCALP FOR 15 TO 20 MINUTES AND LEAVE FOR 1 TO 2 HOURS BEFORE WASHING ,THIS IMPROVES BLOOD CIRCULATION NOURISHES HAIR FOLLICLES AND REDUCES DANDRUFF A WARM OIL MASSAGE WITH A FEW DROPS OF NEEM OIL CAN HELP CONTROL SCALP INFECTION AND ITCHING

INTERNAL MEDICINES- ASHWAGANDHA POWDER ONE TEASPOON WITH WARM MILK AT NIGHT DAILY TO REDUCE STRESS AND STRENGTHEN ROOTS GOKSHURA POWDER ONE TEASPOON WITH WARM WATER TO SUPPORT CIRCULATION AND SHUKRA DHATU TRIPHALA CHURNA ONE TEASPOON AT NIGHT WITH WARM WATER TO IMPROVE DIGESTION AND REMOVE TOXINS BALA CHURNA ONE TEASPOON WITH MILK 3 TIMES A WEEK CAN HELP STRENGTHEN HAIR AND PREVENT EARLY GRAYING

DIET SHOULD BE RICH IN PROTEIN AND IRON INCLUDE DAL MOONG RAJMA CHICKPEAS CURD AND NUTS LIKE ALMONDS CASHEWS AND WALNUTS INCLUDE GREEN LEAFY VEGETABLES SPINACH FENUGREEK AND FRUITS LIKE AMLA PAPAYA POMEGRANATE TO BOOST VITAMIN C AND ANTIOXIDANTS USE WHOLE GRAINS MILLET BROWN RICE QUINOA AND OILSEEDS LIKE FLAXSEEDS SESAME SEEDS TO SUPPORT OMEGA FATTY ACIDS REDUCE FRIED FOOD AND REFINED SUGAR AND LIMIT EXCESS COFFEE AND TEA

LIFESTYLE INCLUDES ADEQUATE SLEEP MINIMUM 7 HOURS DAILY MEDITATION OR BREATHING EXERCISES TO REDUCE STRESS REGULAR LIGHT EXERCISE TO IMPROVE CIRCULATION AVOID EXCESS HEAT AND CHEMICAL TREATMENTS ON HAIR USE MILD HERBAL SHAMPOO WITHOUT HARSH SULFATES OR SILICONES GENTLE COMBING AND AVOID TIGHT HAIR STYLES

CONSISTENTLY FOLLOWING THIS ROUTINE WITH INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CARE WILL HELP REDUCE HAIRFALL IMPROVE THICKNESS NOURISH SCALP AND SLOW DOWN PREMATURE GRAYING NOTICEABLE IMPROVEMENT CAN BE SEEN IN 2 TO 3 MONTHS WITH OPTIMAL RESULTS IN 4 TO 6 MONTHS

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1.Amlaki rasayan 1 tsp with warm milk empty stomach in the morning 2.Navayas Loha 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 3.Bhringrajasava 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals 4.Neem taila- apply on the scalp 2-3 times a week 3-6 hrs before hairwash

🍲 Diet Tips

Include: - Amla, curry leaves, sesame seeds, almonds, walnuts. - Moong dal, leafy greens, beetroot, carrot, pomegranate. - Warm milk with 1 tsp ghee at night.

Avoid: - Excess spicy, oily, and junk food. - Late-night meals and irregular eating.

Hydration: Drink warm water or herbal teas (ginger, tulsi).

Lifestyle - Gentle yoga (Sarvangasana, Balasana, Adho Mukha Svanasana) improves scalp circulation. - Daily pranayama (Anulom Vilom, Bhramari) reduces stress-related hair fall. - Regular sleep routine is essential for hair regrowth.

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Hello I get it, dealing with hair loss, dandruff, and early graying can be a real bummer. But guess what? You can fix it if you tackle the problem at its core with the right routine and proper nourishment.

YOUR CONCERN You’re dealing with: - Hair fall and thinning that’s been going on for over six months. - Dandruff. - Hair going gray too soon. - You had a viral infection two years ago and took medicine for it. - No diabetes or thyroid problems now. - You eat an irregular diet that lacks nutrients.

WHAT AYURVEDA SAYS: From an Ayurvedic point of view, here’s what’s going on: - An imbalance of Pitta and Vata. - Your hair roots aren’t getting enough nourishment. - Your scalp has toxins and is dry, which leads to dandruff. - Your digestion got messed up after your illness and meds. - Eating at weird times means you’re not absorbing nutrients well. - Hair problems usually start with your digestion and stress, not just your scalp.

WHAT WE WANT TO ACHIEVE: - Stop the hair fall. - Get rid of dandruff and soothe your scalp. - Feed your hair roots so your hair gets thicker. - Slow down the graying process. - Make your nutrition and digestion better overall.

YOUR AYURVEDIC HAIR CARE ROUTINE (SUPER IMPORTANT):

1. Hair Oil (2-3 times a week): Pick one of these oils: - Bhringraj Taila - Neelibhringadi Taila (good if you have dandruff and graying) - Ksheerabala Taila (if your scalp is dry and sensitive)

How to use it: - Warm the oil a little. - Gently rub it into your scalp for 5-7 minutes. - Leave it on for 1-2 hours (don’t leave it overnight if your dandruff is bad). - Wash it out with a gentle herbal shampoo.

2. Hair Wash Routine: - Wash your hair 2-3 times a week. - Use a mild herbal shampoo (no sulfates). - Don’t use really hot water. - Don’t scratch your scalp. - Avoid oiling and washing on the same day.

PLAN OF TREATMENT.(SAFE AND COMMON): (Keep doing this for at least 2-3 months)

- Amalaki Rasayana : - 1 teaspoon daily with warm water. - Great for hair fall, graying, and your immune system.

- Bhringraj Capsule: - Once a day after eating. - Helps hair grow back.

- Triphala Churna: - 1/2 teaspoon at night with warm water. - Helps your digestion and nutrient absorption. - If you have a sensitive stomach, start with a smaller amount.

DIET FOR HAIR GROWTH (NO EXCUSES):

Don’t eat: - Skipped meals. - Junk food, pastries. - Too much tea or coffee. - Eating late at night. - Very spicy, fried foods.

Eat daily: - Fresh fruits (like amla, pomegranate, apple). - Cooked green veggies. - Sprouts or soaked black raisins. - Milk with a tiny bit of turmeric. - 1-2 teaspoons of ghee daily. - Enough protein (like dal, paneer, curd). - Your hair won’t get thick if you eat badly, even with the best oil.

FOR DANDRUFF (EXTRA TIPS): - Use a neem water rinse once a week. - Don’t put oil on a sweaty scalp. - Try to manage stress (stress makes dandruff and graying worse).

LIFESTYLE HACKS: - Go to sleep before 11 p.m. - Cut down on screen time at night. - A gentle head massage helps blood flow. - Don’t wear tight hairstyles.

WHEN YOU’LL SEE RESULTS: - Less hair fall: 3-4 weeks. - Dandruff gone: 3-6 weeks. - New hair growing: 2-3 months. - Thicker hair: 3-4 months. - Hair grows back slowly but surely, so be patient!

FINAL THOUGHTS: - Your hair roots are fine. - Being sick before can make your hair weaker for a bit. - With the right care, your hair can get thick again. - Ayurveda really works best when you stick with it.

Warm Regards Dr. Snehal Vidhate

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Since you’re experiencing hair, fall, dandruff and premature greying and your diet has been irregular and low in nutrients, the main focus on strengthening hair roots nourishing the scalp and improving overall nutrition

Use coconut oil for regular scalp massage. Warm the oil slightly and massage the scalp for about 5 to 10 minute 3 to 4 times a week. You may add few drops of Amla or bringaraja oil to coconut oil for added air, strengthening benefits

Wash air with mild herbal shampoo, avoid harsh chemicals or excessive heat styling Keep this scalp clean and dry to reduce dandruff. If dandruff is severe, you can rinse with lukewarm water mixed with pinch of Neem powder once a weekoil

Include protein, rich food lentils, move, Paneer, egg, fish, nut, and seeds like almonds, walnuts, sesame seeds, flax seeds Eats green vegetables, carrot, fruit, and seasonal fruit Include milk, Cure and ghee for healthy fat and nourishment Drink plenty of water and maintain regular me You can take Amlaki rasayana 1 teaspoon with warm water twice daily Bringaraja Asava 4 teaspoon with equal amount of water twice daily after food Ashwagandha capsule one capsule twice daily after food with milk Avoid late night, irregular sleep, manage stress with doing pranayama, meditation, and regular walking Limit chemical treatment, strengthening or excessive brushing

With consistent care, diet and herbal support, you can expect gradually improvement in hair. Strength reduction in hair fall and better scalp. Health within 3 to 4 months.

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Hello, Thank you for the details. Based on your history of >6 months hair fall, dandruff, premature greying, and a nutrient-poor, irregular diet, this appears to be a chronic telogen effluvium with scalp imbalance (Pitta–Vata) and post-illness depletion. Viral infections and the medicines taken for them can push hair into the shedding phase and disturb scalp health. The good news is this is reversible with consistent care.

🔎 Recommended Investigations (If not done in the last 6 months) 1.CBC – anemia 2.Serum Ferritin – iron stores (very important for hair) 3.Vitamin D3 & B12 – common causes of hair thinning 4.TSH – repeat if hair fall persists (even if normal before)

💊 Internal Support (Gentle, nourishing; stop if any intolerance) Phase 1 – 30 days (Reduce hair fall + dandruff control) 1.Amla powder – 1 tsp daily after breakfast with water 2.Triphala Churna – ½ tsp at bedtime, 3–4 days/week 3.Bhringaraj capsule / tablet – 1 daily after meals 4.Biotin + Zinc supplement – once daily Only if diet is poor

Phase 2 – 60 days (Regrowth + thickness + premature greying support) 1.Bhringarajasava – 10 ml + equal water after lunch 2.Shatavari powder – ½ tsp at night with milk or warm water 3.Ashwagandha capsule – 1 at bedtime Helps stress-related hair fall

🌿 External Hair Care (Very Important) Hair Oil (choose ONE) Bhringaraj Taila (best for hair fall & greying) or Neelibhringadi Taila (if dandruff + greying) How to use: 2–3 times/week Gentle scalp massage for 5–7 minutes Leave for 1–2 hours (or overnight if comfortable) Wash with mild herbal shampoo

Dandruff care If heavy dandruff: apply curd + a pinch of neem powder once weekly before wash Avoid frequent shampooing (max 2–3 times/week)

🥗 Diet & Nutrition (Hair depends on this) ❌ Avoid Skipping meals Junk food, excess sugar Very oily/spicy foods Late nights ✅ Include daily Protein: dal, curd, paneer, eggs (if taken) Nuts & seeds: walnuts, flaxseed, pumpkin seeds Fruits: amla, papaya, apple Green vegetables (well cooked) 2–3 liters water

🧘 Lifestyle Tips Sleep 7–8 hours Manage stress (yoga, walking, breathing) Avoid tight hairstyles, heat styling, chemical treatments

🕉️ Expected Results Dandruff reduction: 2–3 weeks Hair fall control: 4–6 weeks New baby hair growth: 8–12 weeks Thickness improvement: 3–4 months

Hair regrowth is slow but possible. Oils alone will not work without diet correction and internal nourishment. Consistency is the key.

If you want, tell me: Your age and gender Any family history of early greying Whether dandruff is oily or dry I can fine-tune this further for you.

Warm regards, Dr.Sumi MS(Ayu)

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Medicines Bhringrajasava – 20 ml + 40 ml water after lunch & dinner Gandhak Rasayan – 250 mg morning + night with water Sarivadyasava – 20 ml + 40 ml water after breakfast Ashwagandha Lehyam – 10 gm night with warm water

Oil (must use daily – most important) Warm Neelibhringadi Taila , scalp massage nightly and leave overnight then wash in morning (3–4 times/week with mild herbal shampoo)

Daily Hair Care Routine Wash 3–4 times/week with reetha + shikakai + amla powder mix (no chemical shampoo) After wash: rinse with Triphala water (1 tsp soaked overnight and strain) , it will stop dandruff & itching

Diet – 4 soaked almonds + 2 dates + 1 banana morning Pomegranate OR beetroot juice 100 ml Moong khichdi + ghee lunch/dinner 1 tsp white sesame seeds roasted

Avoid completely: junk food, irregular meals, tea/coffee after 4 PM, sugar/maida

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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tab amlaki rasayan 2 bd tab livtone 2 bd shampoo anti dandaruff (kotakal ) week 2 times avoid spicy food and milk /milk product wash your hair with rice water do nasya with cow ghee 2 drop each nostril 2 times day

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Start with For Hair fall & premature greying of hair: Amalaki Rasayan 1-0-1 after food with water Ashwagandha churan 1tsp with milk at bedtime Apply Neelibhringadi Hair oil on scalp once weekly keep overnight and wash with anti hairfall shampoo For dandruff: Start with Mahamanjistadi kadha 15 ml twice daily after food with water Apply Gunjadi oil once weekly keep overnight and morning wash with Dano shampoo. Do not expose to direct sunrays wear hat or use umbrella when going out during the day. Always dilute the shampoo and use to wash your hair, donot use concentrated shampoo and put directly on scalp.

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Wash hair with neem kwath.

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✔️ Do’s: ✔️ Stay Hydrated. Drink buttermilk. Limit dairy intake. Home cooked meal that is a balanced diet. Stress free lifestyle Pranayam : ANULOM VILOM, TRATAK Yoga: SHIRSHASAN, PASHIMOTANASAN, TRIKONASAN.

❌ Dont’s: ❌ Oily and Spicy food. Processed food. Preserved food. Packed and ready to eat items. Pickles Papad Dried Fish Curd

💊 Medication: 💊

Tab. Lakshadi Guggul 2 tabs twice a day before food. Tab. Asthiposhak Vati 1 tab twice a day after fiod Syp.Raktadoshantak 2 tsp twice a day after food.

Coconut oil + Neem leaves(few) + Hibiscus flowers(10-15) + Fenugreek seeds (20-30) + Onion Juice/shredded onion. Boil it all together for half n hour on slow flame. Apply this oil twice or thrice a week a night before you have a hair wash.

Use 777 shampoo (JK’s Pharma) or G3 Hair shampoo (Abhinav Pharma) whichever is easily available for you.

Panchendriya vardhan Tailam. 2 drops in each nostril early in the morning empty stomach. Make the oil lukewarm.

If you can get a shiro swedan, shiro pichu and shirodhara procedure done at a panchakarma center near you, you may get excellent results.

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