5 Reasons for Hair Loss
5 Reasons for Hair loss (alopecia) can affect just your scalp or your entire body and can be temporary or permanent. It can be the result of heredity, hormonal changes, medical conditions, or a normal part of aging. Anyone can lose hair on their head, but it is more common in men.
Before starting hair loss treatment, talk to your doctor about the cause of your hair loss and treatment options.
These are 5 causes of hair loss (signs and symptoms):
- Gradual shedding or thinning is one of the most common types of hair loss that affects people as they age.
1. Androgenic alopecia (genetics): Also known as male or female pattern baldness, this is the most common cause of hair loss. It is largely hereditary and occurs when hair follicles are genetically sensitive to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that causes hair to miniaturize and eventually fall out.
2.Aging: As people age, hair naturally goes through a growth cycle that becomes shorter over time. This can lead to thinning and eventual hair loss. Age-related hair loss affects both men and women.
3. Medical conditions: Several medical conditions and treatments can lead to hair loss, including autoimmune diseases like alopecia areata, thyroid disorders, and scalp infections. Additionally, some medications, such as chemotherapy drugs, can cause hair loss as a side effect.
4.Hormonal changes: Hormonal fluctuations due to pregnancy, childbirth, menopause or conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can result in hair loss. Hormones play a key role in regulating the hair growth cycle.
5. Stress and lifestyle factors: Stress, poor diet and unhealthy lifestyle can contribute to hair loss. Chronic stress can lead to a condition called telogen effluvium, where hair follicles enter the resting phase prematurely and eventually fall out. Dietary deficiencies, especially in essential vitamins and minerals, can also affect hair health.
Whatever treatment you decide on, do not decide on your own.
Talk to your doctor!
