Postpartum hair loss should consult which department?

Written by Du Rui Xia

Obstetrics

Updated on April 18, 2025

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Postpartum hair loss can be addressed by consulting dermatology or internal medicine departments at hospitals. It is quite common for women to experience hair loss after childbirth, primarily due to weaknesses in vital energy and blood, as well as changes in endocrine functions, such as hormonal fluctuations that decrease the nourishing function of scalp blood, leading to hair loss. For hair loss after childbirth, it is important to consume foods rich in protein and foods that replenish blood and vital energy to correct bodily weaknesses. Adequate rest and ensuring sufficient sleep are also crucial. If the situation is severe, it is necessary to follow the doctor's advice and take medication for treatment.

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How to treat hair loss and graying hair caused by kidney deficiency?

For hair loss due to kidney deficiency, treatment should first address the kidney deficiency to achieve effective improvement. For example, one can start by consuming foods like Chinese chives, goji berries, and Chinese yam, which can help alleviate symptoms of kidney deficiency. Additionally, regularly consuming walnuts, black sesame, and black beans can also help improve hair health and achieve the treatment goal. In severe cases, it is still necessary to take medication in a timely manner to get effective treatment. It is important to avoid getting cold and staying up late.

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Can hair loss due to kidney deficiency grow back in six months?

Hair loss due to kidney deficiency, which has been occurring for half a year, generally only requires timely improvement of kidney deficiency. Additionally, in daily diet, consuming more walnuts, black sesame seeds, and black soybeans can effectively help alleviate the condition, and some patients may experience hair regrowth. Moreover, it is important to avoid consuming overly spicy and stimulating foods, as excessive intake can increase the burden on the stomach and intestines, leading to functional disorders in the body, which can exacerbate the condition. It is recommended to pay more attention to rest and avoid frequently staying up late.

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Written by Qiu Xin Hui

Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Can hair loss caused by kidney yin deficiency still grow back?

Hair loss caused by kidney yin deficiency fundamentally needs nourishment of the kidney yin. Kidney yin deficiency generally presents as a pattern of false heat symptoms. In clinical practice, some yin-nourishing medicines can be used for treatment. You can choose Liuwei Dihuang Wan or Yangxue Shengfa capsules. Consistent use can relieve hair loss symptoms. There are other causes of hair loss, not just kidney yin deficiency. It is closely related to daily habits as well. One should avoid staying up late; staying up consumes heart blood and yin blood, which exacerbates yin deficiency leading to worsened kidney yin deficiency. Therefore, it's important to consume more foods and medicines that nourish kidney yin while also avoiding staying up late.

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Can hair that has fallen out grow back?

Hair loss can still grow back, but it's important to identify the cause of hair loss and determine the type of clinical hair loss. Common types include seborrheic hair loss, androgenic hair loss, telogen effluvium, and alopecia areata. It's important to rest, ensure sleep quality, eat green and black foods, avoid oily and high-calorie foods, and keep the scalp clean. Consider taking oral supplements like cysteine tablets, folic acid tablets, blood-nourishing hair growth capsules, or lipid-removing hair growth tablets. For topical treatment in the area of hair loss, you can apply Seven Ingredients Turmeric Acne Lotion, Compound Indomethacin Tincture, or a 2% or 5% minoxidil spray.

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What is the reason for severe hair loss after childbirth?

Postpartum hair loss is severe and is mostly associated with deficiency in both Qi and blood after childbirth. Some patients experience this due to lack of vitamins, trace elements, or changes in endocrine function. If hair loss is severe and persistent without good treatment results, it is recommended to visit a formal hospital to initially check for a complete blood count to see if there is any anemia and to check for trace elements deficiencies. If these conditions exist, it is advisable to take medications that supplement blood, vitamins, and trace elements according to the symptoms. Additionally, some patients may experience symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness, and back pain. For these symptoms, visiting a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner and using herbal medicine for a long-term treatment can be effective. Regularly regulate your diet and lifestyle habits, try to avoid eating foods with heavy flavors, ensure good rest, and avoid staying up late.