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The causes of hair loss are plenty including diseases, nutritional deficiencies, hormone imbalances, and even stress. But, one of the most common ones is adrogenetic alopecia.
Alopecia, is in fact, the term for hair loss. Androgenetic is a reference to the fact that factors such as a genetic predisposition to balding and the influence of male hormones-androgens-play a part. There is also a third aspect-aging.

Let’s look at these in brief:

Genetics
Genetics is a complicated thing and not easy to understand or predict the behavior of. The case with balding is also the same. Simply the presence (or absence) of balding in one’s parents, on either, the mother’s or father’s side, is not necessarily predictive of one’s likelihood of balding. It’s very hard to accurately predict who will go bald and how rapidly.

Androgenic Hormones
All normal men and women produce "male" hormones. The most common of these are testosterone, androsteinedione, and dihydrotestosterone (DHT). These hormones are quite important in both sexes, but occur in different concentrations, being much more predominant in males than in females.
This, in part, is responsible for the typical differences between the genders. It is the exposure of the hair follicles to DHT, in a genetically susceptible person, over a period of time, which leads to androgenetic alopecia, or male and female pattern baldness.

Aging
Age and balding are not proportional in any manner imaginable. It is a process and this fact should not be ignored. Like any process, it can be rapid or slow, it can begin toward the end of life or in the late teens, and it can progress in a predictably inexorable fashion, or it can stop and start, seemingly stabilize, and then begin again. But what exactly does happen? Assuming we have a genetically predisposed person, then as the follicles are continuously exposed to DHT, an interesting phenomenon occurs. The anagen phase, or active growth phase of the hair becomes gradually briefer and briefer, and eventually the hair becomes finer and shorter, and less deeply colored.

This is called "miniaturization" of hairs. This is also the point at which hair loss tends to be noticed first. It’s not that there are fewer hairs on the head, but that their caliber (cross-sectional area), color and length are so diminished that they no longer provide "coverage" for the scalp beneath.

Alopecia. A dreaded word for any man, or woman, who know it’s true meaning and who have experienced it first hand. I’m talking about hair loss. Although alopecia, or hair loss, can occur anywhere on the body, it is most upsetting when it happens on the scalp where the loss can be embarrassing and difficult to cover up.

Any number of factors can be attributed to excessive hair loss such as an illness or major surgery, or the stress related to these. Some medications can contribute to hair loss. For women, hormone fluctuations, such as pregnancy can cause hair loss. Hair loss attributed to any of these causes is generally only temporary.

Most female hair loss occurs over the entire scalp. Women’s hair loss generally begins at any age through 50, or later, and may not have any hereditary association. If you are a woman experiencing hair loss it is best to seek advice from a professional in hair restoration. Be aware that sometimes hair loss can be a sign of illness.

For some women, improper care, or being "hard" on the hair can cause hair loss. This would be most common for women who wear their hair in pigtails or tight cornrows. The pulling and tugging can cause hair loss and can promote scarring of the scalp. If the pulling and tugging are stopped hair will usually grow back normally. Years of this type of abuse can cause permanent scarring which can prevent regrowth of hair.

It is believed that approximately 35 million men in the United States suffer from hair loss that is called male pattern hair loss. This hair loss usually starts at an early age and develops into more extensive baldness. This is an inherited trait. This hair loss in men is caused by what is called DHT, which is a hormone in men that causes the hair follicle to shrink.

There are many, many treatments that claim to help with hair loss. Natural shampoos with natural algae and botanicals, shampoo with natural DHT inhibitors and nutrients, and some treatments that combine essential oils with a pulsed electromagnetic field. Minoxidil is a cream that is applied directly to the scalp several times a day. Propecia is a pill taken once daily which is advertised to be safe and effective for male pattern hair loss. This is one of the hair loss remedies that claims to halt the effects of DHT - dihydrotestosterone - the reason men have thinning and hair loss. Another of these products is Avodart.

When looking through the treatments and remedies available it is important to remember that hair loss in men and women are caused by different factors and to choose accordingly.

The hair on our head grows constantly throughout our lives. A lot of our hair is currently in a resting phase and after around 2-3 months that hair then falls out and is replaced by new hair. Women will notice this more than men as they generally have longer hair and after a bath or shower, all the resting hair can be found in the bath.

It is normal to lose a little amount of hair each day, but it is possible to have excessive hair loss, and that affects men, women and children.

The Causes of Excessive Hair Loss

When we think of hair loss, we automatically either think of men growing older, or of somebody who has had a serious illness. It is usual for men to lose their hair, sometimes they even lose it during their teen years! However, it is possible for them to lose hair through different reasons such as stress.

Stress is what causes somebody who has had a serious illness to lose their hair. The treatment causes the hair to fall out temporarily. Other less severe health problems can also have an effect on hair loss, such as an over or under active thyroid. The hormones in both men and women (androgens and estrogens), can also cause hair loss if they aren’t well balanced.

Another hormonal cause of hair loss comes after a woman has given birth. Hair loss usually occurs around 3 months after giving birth and it is caused by high levels of hormones which keep the hair that would usually fall out during pregnancy. So the daily levels of hair loss will go down throughout your pregnancy, but it will shed around 3 months after giving birth. This is nothing to worry about; it is just all the hair that has been building up over time.

Diseases and infections can also contribute such as fungal infections. This type of infection generally affects children and it is easily treated with any antifungal medicine. Lupus and diabetes can also contribute to hair loss and it could in fact be the early signs of the diseases.

Overall, if you are worried about the cause of your hair loss you should visit your doctor. They will be able to put your mind at ease and determine if it is anything serious or not.

Many people suffer from or worry about hair loss. In fact, almost two-thirds of men will experience this at some point in their lives. However, one has to realize that it is a natural occurrence to everyone and usually is not a cause for alarm. Your hair falls out daily and then grows again as part of its natural growth cycle.

It is a cause for alarm, however, when the hair loss is more severe and does not seem to be growing back. In this case, it is time to go see a doctor to try and find a solution. However, realize that though some hair loss treatments may work for some, they may not work for others, and in fact there is no real guarantee that any of these treatments will work.

There are many reasons for hair loss — it may be certain medications, illness, or hormone imbalance in your body. You can start off by trying some natural remedies, supplements or shampoo. But with severe hair loss, it is probably a good idea to go see a doctor and get medication. There are several medications that can help stop or slow your loss such as Rogaine or its generic name Minoxidil, which is an over-the-counter topical medication that seems to be quite effective. It is applied to the scalp and massaged in, but it may take up to six months to see any positive results. Another popular drug is Propecia or generic name Finasteride, and is available only by prescription. It is in pill form and has to be orally taken, and again, takes up to six months for any results to show.

Other than trying medications, you can also try restyling your hair to make your baldness less obvious. For example, men with baldness on top of their head can comb the remaining hair on either side over the top to cover the bald patch.

If the bald patch is too obvious, then probably something more concealing may work better, such as a wig or toupee. Wigs or toupees nowadays are much better made than those years ago. Wigs today are also less obvious as they can be made with human or good quality artificial hair.

If you are experiencing hair loss, then time is of essence. You should seek the help of a doctor right away. There are plenty of treatment options that will help stop your hair loss and allow it to grow back again.

You’re Not Alone

Yes, that is right, you are not alone when it comes to hair loss. 40% of women suffer from hair loss by the time they reach 40 years old! Many women feel isolated and alone when their hair starts to thin, which is why it’s crucial for them to be aware that the condition isn’t uncommon. Far from it: more than one in four women actually experience thinning hair and loss¹. Equally, women want to know why this is happening to them and gain knowledge.

Hair loss, thinning, and breaking

Hair loss, including thinning and breaking, is the most common scalp problem. Most people lose from 50 to 100 hairs per day.

Hair gradually thins as people age, although not everyone is affected to the same degree. Hereditary thinning or balding (androgenetic alopecia) is the most common cause of thinning hair. You can inherit this from either your mother’s or father’s side of the family. Women with this trait develop thinning hair, while men may become completely bald. The condition can start in the teens, 20s, or 30s.

What is Premature Menopause?

When natural or induced menopause occurs before a woman reaches the age of 40, she is considered to have undergone a premature menopause. Certain factors such as autoimmune processes, genetics or medical interventions may be the cause of the premature menopause. When premature menopause occurs, a woman is more likely to be at a risk for osteoporosis and heart disease. These are concerns that a woman should be aware of for the rest of her life.

Tips To Prevent Hair Loss

1 Use mild shampoos and conditioners made from natural ingredients.
2 Use a good brush and don’t pull or damage the hair.
3 Avoid frequent colouring with chemical treatments.
4 Take nutritional supplements for hair every day.
5 Take a teaspoon of brewer’s yeast in water three times a day.
6 Regular scalp massage will promote circulation of nutrients to the hair follicles.
7 Regular aerobic exercises stimulates oxygen flow in the scalp.

Due to a lack of credible information, many women are still confused about the reason for their thinning hair and hair loss.

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