Type of hair fall you are experiencing? Homoepathic medicine with case example

 Type of hair fall you are experiencing?

Common Types

  1. Diffuse Hair Fall – overall thinning.
  2. Patchy Hair Loss – bald patches (e.g., Alopecia Areata).
  3. Receding Hairline / Male or Female Pattern Baldness.
  4. Post-illness / Post-pregnancy / Stress-induced Hair Fall.

Possible Causes

  • Nutritional deficiencies – Iron, Zinc, Vitamin D, B12, Protein.
  • Hormonal imbalance – PCOD, thyroid disorders, menopause.
  • Stress or illness recovery – post-COVID, high fever, surgery.
  • Scalp conditions – dandruff, fungal infection.
  • Genetic factors – androgenetic alopecia.

Basic Care

  • Use mild, sulfate-free shampoo.
  • Oil scalp with coconut + castor oil 2–3 times a week.
  • Include protein-rich foods: eggs, pulses, nuts.
  • Manage stress – yoga, meditation.

Homeopathic Approach to Hair Fall

Homeopathy aims to treat the root cause—hormonal imbalance, nutritional deficiencies, stress, or scalp conditions—rather than just the symptom.

1. Key Homeopathic Medicines for Hair Fall

(Selection depends on cause, constitution & symptoms)

A. Hair Fall Due to Stress / Grief / Shock

  • Ignatia Amara 200 / 30 – sudden hair loss after emotional shock, grief, or disappointment.
  • Phosphoric Acid 200 / 30 – hair falls in handfuls after prolonged stress, depression, or anxiety.

B. Hair Fall After Illness / Fever

  • China Officinalis 30 / 200 – hair loss after debilitating illness, severe weakness, or loss of body fluids.

C. Hair Fall Due to Dandruff / Scalp Conditions

  • Kali Sulphuricum 30 – hair loss with yellow dandruff and itching.
  • Graphites 30 – hair loss with thick, sticky dandruff and scalp eruptions.

D. Hair Fall Due to Hormonal Imbalance (PCOD / Thyroid)

  • Thuja Occidentalis 200 – falling of hair with thinning, especially with PCOD or oily scalp.
  • Sepia 200 – hormonal imbalance, irregular menses, and hair loss from the vertex.

E. Patchy Hair Loss (Alopecia Areata)

  • Fluoric Acid 200 – hair loss in patches; brittle hair.
  • Phosphorus 200 – hair falls in clumps; scalp sensitive to touch.

2. General Homeopathic Care

  • Constitutional Remedy: Based on mental, physical, and genetic tendencies for long-term results.
  • Biochemic Support:
    • Silicea 6X + Kali Phos 6X + Calc Fluor 6X (4 tablets each, 3 times daily).

3. Lifestyle & Diet Support

  • Increase protein (eggs, pulses, soy, fish).
  • Add zinc-rich foods (pumpkin seeds, nuts, whole grains).
  • Stay hydrated (2–3 liters water daily).
  • Practice stress management – yoga, breathing exercises.

Homeopathic Case Example – Hair Fall

Patient Details

  • Name: Mrs. A
  • Age: 28 years
  • Occupation: IT Professional
  • Marital Status: Married

Chief Complaint

  • Excessive hair fall for the past 6 months.
  • Hair comes out in clumps while combing and washing.
  • Complains of thinning around the crown.

History of Present Illness

  • Hair fall started after a stressful period due to job loss and family stress.
  • Associated mild scalp itching; no dandruff.
  • Feels weak and exhausted most of the time.

Past History

  • Recovered from typhoid 8 months ago.
  • No major chronic illnesses.

Family History

  • Mother has hypothyroidism.

Physical Generals

  • Appetite: Reduced, craving for sour food.
  • Thirst: Increased; prefers cold water.
  • Sleep: Disturbed due to anxiety.
  • Perspiration: Profuse on scalp.
  • Thermal: Chilly patient.

Mental State

  • Feels emotionally drained, anxious about future.
  • Easily weeps when alone.
  • Aversion to consolation.

Systemic Examination

  • Scalp: Diffuse thinning, no bald patches.
  • Nails: Brittle.
  • Skin: Dry.
  • Thyroid: No swelling or tenderness.

Provisional Diagnosis

  • Diffuse Hair Loss (Telogen Effluvium) due to Stress & Post-Illness Weakness.

Homeopathic Prescription

  • Phosphoric Acid 200 – 1 dose weekly (for hair fall from grief & mental debility).
  • Kali Phos 6X – 4 tabs thrice daily (for nerve weakness & stress).
  • Silicea 6X – 4 tabs thrice daily (for improving hair strength & growth).

Follow-up Advice

  • Balanced diet rich in protein & iron.
  • Yoga or meditation for stress control.
  • Follow-up after 4 weeks to assess improvement.


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