An overdose of dietary supplements, thyroid problems and 10 more reasons why eyelashes fall out

Who to contact and what to do?

Whatever the reason, the first step to solving the problem should be visit to a dermatovenereologist. He will examine the eyelashes and their follicles using a dermatoscope or trichoscope.

Laboratory studies may be required:

• on fungi (sowing, PCR);

• for herpes viruses (PCR);

• bacterial infections (culture, PCR);

• skin biopsy for histological confirmation of the diagnosis (if necessary);

• thyroid hormone tests;

• vitamin A levels.

A complete blood count may also be ordered, for example, to detect anemia. You may need to do a test for syphilis, and it is recommended to immediately test for HIV and hepatitis B and C viruses.

After the diagnosis, the doctor may refer the person to other specialists to establish or exclude concomitant diseases.