alcoholism and hair quality

[Curtis24]

I was a serious alcoholic for almost 2 years.  I sobered up, and I've been completely sober for about 6 months.  Yet I've noticed that my hair now grows in very dry and brittle.  I'm almost certain its connected to the previous alcoholism.  Its been 6 months, but it still grows in this way.  Is this permanent, or will it get better in time?

thanks,
Curtis

[Dr Santos]

Hi,

Dry hair occurs because of inadequate moisture and oil that maintain the hair's normal sheen and texture. This may be brought about by too much washing, harsh detergents, a dry environment, inadequate diet, or underlying conditions, such as malnutrition, hypothyroidism  or hypoparathyroidism.

Use conditioners and shampoo only once or twice a week . It may also help if you avoid blow drying your hair and use of harsh styling products. Drink plenty of fluids to hydrate yourself. f it persists, you may need to see your doctor to rule out differentials such as hypothyroidism or hypoparathyroidism.

Take care and keep us posted.

[Curtis24]

Sorry, this is Curtis again, one more thing.  My hair is still growing in fairly rapidly - I've had to have three haircuts in the 6 months I've been sober - its just the quality is dry, brittle, matted down.  So I'm not actually losing hair.

[Curtis24]

This is Curtis again, I forgot to mention I'm 24 years old, if this is important to know.