This guide lists homeopathic medicines that are commonly considered for female pattern baldness, along with the symptom picture usually associated with each one. It is general information only: homeopathic prescribing is individualised, so the right medicine depends on your complete case – please consult a qualified homeopathic doctor before taking any of them, and do not stop or change any current treatment without medical advice.
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About female pattern hair loss
Female pattern hair loss is a gradual thinning of hair over the crown and along the central parting, usually without a receding frontline. It becomes more common after menopause but can start earlier, and involves genetics and the hormonal sensitivity of hair follicles. Increased shedding after childbirth, illness, crash dieting or stress is a different, usually temporary pattern, and iron deficiency, thyroid disorders and PCOS can also contribute, so checking for these underlying factors is worthwhile before any treatment is started.
TOP HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINES FOR FEMALE PATTERN BALDING
PSORINUM- Psorinum is highly useful in treating the hair loss that has occurred due to eczematous skin lesions on scalp that discharge sticky and very offensive fluid. These kinds of discharges make the hair to stick together, which further leads to the hair getting tangled and ultimately destroyed. The patient requiring Psorinum feels excessive chill and desires to be warmly covered even in summers.
MEZEREUM- will complain of thick crusty eruptions on scalp, along with a discharge of thick offensive pus resulting in matting of hair, breeding of vermin in them and eventually the eating away of the hair by discharges leading to hair loss.
MERC SOL- due to eruptions on scalp where the discharge from eruptions is fetid and accompanied by burning type of pains in scalp. This medicine can be employed in those patients in whom profuse perspiration is present along with excessive salivation from mouth and an increased thirst for water.
KALI SULPH- hair loss due to dandruff- white
THUJA— hair loss due to yellow dandruff
NAT MUR- who suffer from anemia and hair loss on even a slight touch of the hair, along with severe headache after the delivery of a child. The women requiring this medicine complain that the headache is worse in the heat of sun. The patient may show an inordinate craving for salty things
PULSATILLA- is a complete absence of thirst for water and desire for fresh open air. The mental symptoms that are to be considered for its use are weeping tendencies on the slightest cause, and relief when someone gives consolation. Another marked symptom that guides its use in women suffering from hair loss is that such women cannot digest fatty foods
SEPIA – hair loss at menopause are irritability of the utmost degree and indifferent behavior towards family members.
BORAX- hair is very thin and gets stuck together and form bunches, thereby making it difficult for them to be untangled and combed smooth and they are to be cut off. But as soon as these bunches are cut another group of bunches form
CHINA- People who suffer from hair loss due to Loss of blood in any form like bleeding from nose or excessive bleeding during menstruation or loss of blood after an injury due to accident leading to anemia can be given this medicine. The patients requiring this medicine usually complain of a weak digestion along with excessive flatulence.
SULPHUR – extremely hot blooded and complain of excessive heat in body especially in the head, palms and soles. Another symptom that guides towards the use of sulphur in baldness cases is that the patient requiring this medicine have an aversion to bathing and are generally filthy – thus inviting plenty of long standing skin diseases. The patients requiring Sulphur show extra craving for sweets in food
Homeopathic treatment of female pattern baldness at Welling Homeopathy
These are only basic indications – many more homeopathic medicines are used for female pattern baldness, and the right one is chosen after detailed case-taking by an experienced doctor. To find out about homeopathy treatment of female pattern baldness at Welling Homeopathy, contact a Welling clinic or call +91 80 80 850 950 for a consultation in person or online.
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Disclaimer: this page is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Results vary from person to person.
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Female Pattern Baldness treatment at Welling Homeopathy, Mumbai
You can consult Dr. Sourabh Welling, M.D., Dr. Shambhavi Welling and the senior specialists of Welling Homeopathy at our Mumbai clinics, or consult online from anywhere in India and abroad. See the Contact page for current clinic addresses and hours, or call +91 8080 850 950.
Female Pattern Baldness: more questions answered
1. What is female pattern baldness?
Gradual thinning over the crown with a widening parting, usually with the frontal hairline preserved; it is linked to genes and hormones.
2. Which tests help find the cause?
Ferritin, thyroid (TSH), vitamin D and B12, and hormone tests if periods are irregular or PCOS is suspected.
3. What is the homeopathic approach to female pattern hair loss?
Homeopathic treatment is individualised: after detailed case-taking, a plan is made for you alongside any treatment your doctor advises. Please do not stop or change any prescribed medicine (such as steroid creams or tablets) on your own; discuss any change with the doctor who prescribed it.
4. Who is the best homeopathy doctor for female pattern hair loss in Mumbai?
Dr. Sourabh Welling, M.D., founder of Welling Homeopathy, Mumbai, who has over 25 years of experience, and Dr. Shambhavi Welling, who leads skin and hair care, treat female pattern hair loss with individualised homeopathic care, together with a team of senior specialists. You can consult them at our Mumbai clinics or online.
