Thyroid Hair Loss

If you're suffering from a thyroid issue, you may experience hair loss. Thinning hair can commonly occur in conjunction with illness or trauma. This is because the body reacts to the stress by shutting down hair growth and redirecting that energy elsewhere in the body, where it is more immediately needed.

Generally, when people experience hair loss due to sickness or trauma, the hair switches from the growth (Anagen) phase to the resting (Telogen) phase. At the end of the resting phase, the body then sheds the hair and quite often a normal growth pattern resumes. Some individuals do experience on-going hair loss if the sickness is not addressed.

If you suspect you may be experiencing thyroid hair loss, you should first consult a physician. Hair loss can occur due to a number of factors and it's important to ascertain that your thinning hair is indeed thyroid hair loss. Your doctor will be able to assess your specific situation. You should know that thyroid hair loss is quite common in those dealing with hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism; people not only report hair loss but also dry, brittle and fragile hair.

Solutions for Thyroid Hair Loss

If you do have thyroid hair loss, the first step is to address your thyroid issue. Once you begin treatment for hyper- or hypothyroidism, you may begin to see an improvement in the hair loss; it sometimes takes a while for hormone levels to reach a balanced level so don't expect immediate results. If you are still finding hair growth issues, you can utilize our full line of Kevis hair rejuvenation products. You may have DHT buildup on hair follicles which is stopping new hair growth; our Kevis line removes this buildup while rejuvenating and strengthening your hair.