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Hello,
I just recently discovered that I was anorexic when I was 10-15. I always thought that I was just strong-willed at the time and at the verge of anorexia, but was in denial until I started putting all the signs and symptoms together. I am also in a constant battle with my weight to this day, but the hair loss is really bothering me. I am 23, have a family history of hair loss, and my hair is very thin right now (no missing patches, just very thin and sheds frequently). Is there anything that can be done right now? I've tried numerous shampoos and treatments. Is there anything that really works?
Shampoos and all that other stuff is superficial. Their promises sound great, but it's pretty much nonsense and they can get away with it because they aren't regulated by the FDA.
You may be suffering from a hereditary condition and in many cases, Rogain (not just the shampoo, but the actual Rx) will help. The thing about minoxodil (Rogain) claims is that they're exaggerated. It doesn't help all users and once you start it, it has to be continued for life or the hair loss will begin again.
If you are fertile and hope to have children, it is not recommended since it may cause defects in the fetus.
If the hair loss is associated with the anorexia, which it very well may be, by increasing your protein intake, you increase your protein output (hair, nails). It takes 3 months or so to see a real difference, but you should see it.
Finally, many people have found improvement by taking pre-natal vitamins that boost essential levels of nutrients overall, but don't be fooled, you need to EAT the right things in the right amounts for even this to work.
Congratulations on your ongoing recovery and don't become discouraged. It takes time, but time is going to pass anyway right? You may as well do it in a healthy way.
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Answers by Expert:
Reverend Abbott
Expertise
I have lived it and survived it. I know every excuse, reason, thought, feeling and rationalization - and I'm going to be very honest in my advice.
Experience
I've lost (& gained)HUNDREDS of lbs over a lifetime, more than 30 years of "professional dieting". Presently a counselor for sufferers of eating disorders, a nutritional advisor and spiritual counselor (Reverend,doctor); I've been on every diet there is and used the most bizarre weight loss products you can imagine. I am FORMERLY obese, anorexic (several times), bulimic MOST of the time - and maintaining size 4, with no gimmicks, devices, programs, pills or supplements.
I currently investigate the diet industry on behalf of consumers who do not need to be ripped off while struggling to be healthy. I WILL expose them all and I WON'T be intimidated, bullied or bought. My advice is for cost-free options. I have nothing whatsoever to gain from my recommendation(s). I make no money from my website and I sell, promote, endorse NO diet/health products, programs or devices. You'll also never see me on the receiving end of a hidden camera report...but you can be assured, I won't quit until I've exposed those who are out to take advantage of you.
It's a matter of choices. We need to stop complicating things.
Degrees & Certifications:
I'm an ordained minister (Reverend, doctor) spiritual/living/behavior counselor.
I have a medical education and management background (with college). Through early 90's (until retirement) Who's Who Of American Women; Who's Who On the East Coast; Who's Who Among Emerging American Leaders; Who's Who Of Intellectuals - all for "outstanding performance in (my) field".
Organizations
While active (through the 1980's), included in Who's Who Of American Women; Who's Who On the East Coast; Who's Who Among Emerging American Leaders; Who's Who Of Intellectuals - all for "outstanding performance in (my) field".
Education/Credentials
Ordained Minister; phlebotomist; medical information researcher for court cases
Awards and Honors
Doctorate of Divinity
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