Hair loss is one of the most common health issues and it can affect either just your scalp or the entire body. It can either be a temporary problem or a lasting one. Hair loss, also called alopecia, is caused by various factors and is predominantly more common in men although it can be a concern for women and kids as well. Hair loss without any scarring of the scalp is common among people of all ages and affects almost everyone at some time in life. Hair loss can occur anywhere on the body where there is hair growth, however, it is most noticeable on the scalp, and when it is severe, it can cause severe distress also. Consult the best homeo clinics in Hyderabad to identify the causative factors of your hair loss and get appropriate treatment.
It is normal for a person to lose anywhere between fifty to a hundred hair strands a day and you might not even notice losing these hair strands as you grow new hair strands simultaneously. So, if you find a few hair strands in your hairbrush you need not worry. However, when new hair doesn’t replace the fallen hair, it results in severe hair loss which needs to be addressed.
Types of Hair Loss or Alopecia:
- Involutional alopecia: This is a natural condition wherein with age your hair gradually becomes thin.
- Androgenic alopecia: Both men and women can get affected by this genetic condition wherein –
- Hair loss in men is called male pattern baldness that can start in the teenage or early twenties. In this type, you may notice a receding hairline and slow disappearance of hair from the crown and frontal scalp.
- Hair loss in women is called female pattern baldness and can start in their forties. In this type, you can notice a general thinning of hair over the entire scalp with a majority of hair loss at the crown.
- Alopecia areata: More common in children and young adults, this type of hair loss occurs in patches and starts suddenly.
- Alopecia universalis: In this type of hair loss, you can lose hair all over your body including the eyebrows, eyelashes, and pubic hair.
- Trichotillomania: This is a psychological disorder in which one pulls out one’s own hair.
- Scarring alopecias: In this type, hair loss is permanent due to certain health conditions that result in destroying the ability of the hair to redevelop.
Homeopathy clinics in Hyderabad offer excellent remedies for hair loss by identifying the cause of your hair loss thereby preventing further loss and helping in hair re-growth.
Hair Loss Causes:
Hair consists of keratin, a protein produced in hair follicles in the skin’s outer layer. Whenever follicles produce new hair cells, the old cells are pushed out which you can see as hair. Generally, at any time of your life, ninety percent of the hair on your scalp is growing. Follicles have a life cycle that is influenced by age, health, and other factors determining your hair growth rate and hair fall.
Some follicles have a short growth period causing hair loss and the reason for this short growth period is unknown. Here are a few factors that can lead to hair loss:
- Abnormal levels of androgens or hormonal imbalance due to pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, etc.
- Genes of both parents can cause male pattern baldness or female pattern baldness and this happens with ageing and gradually.
- Stress, childbirth, and certain illnesses such as thyroid disorders, diabetes, iron deficiency anemia, etc. By consulting the best homeo doctors in Hyderabad you can get relieved from these medical conditions and thereby address your hair loss problem also.
- Fungal infections like ringworm.
- Drugs used for cancer treatment, blood thinning, blood pressure, birth control, etc.
- Burns and injuries.
- Autoimmune disease.
- Some cosmetics or cosmetic procedures used for a long time can lead to hair thinning and make your hair brittle and weak, damaging hair. If the damage is not controlled in time, it may sometimes lead to bald patches.
- A low-protein diet.
Hair Loss Symptoms:
Delphis homeopathy clinic provides remedies for hair loss after assessing your symptoms and the factors that lead to your hair loss. Depending on the cause of hair loss, you may notice various symptoms that can appear suddenly or over a period of time.
- Gradual thinning: In the most common type of hair loss, you may notice gradual thinning on top of the head and this can occur as you age. In men, it shows as receding hairline on the forehead, while in women, the part in the hair may get broadened.
- Patchy bald spots: You may notice circular or patchy bald spots on the scalp, beard or eyebrows. You may experience itchy skin before the hair falls out.
- Sudden loosening: If you have gone through a physical or emotional shock, hair may come out while washing or combing your hair. This happens due to the sudden loosening of hair because of the shock.
- Hair loss all over the body: Some medical conditions and treatments can cause hair fall all over the body, but generally in such cases, there will be hair growth again.
- Scaling patches over the scalp: Characterized by broken hair, redness, and swelling, this could be a sign of ringworm.
Diagnosis:
Hair loss can be diagnosed by your homeopathy doctor upon physical examination of your scalp or other affected areas. Your doctor will try to identify the cause of your condition by talking to you in detail about your other health conditions, hereditary conditions, and physical and emotional stress. If required, your doctor may recommend some tests to evaluate exactly your other health conditions such as thyroid disorders, autoimmune disease, etc.
Homeopathy Treatment for Hair Loss:
Homeo clinics offer excellent remedies for hair loss that give long-lasting results. Homeopaths give homeopathy medicines for hair loss depending on the cause of your hair loss. If you are losing your hair due to other medical conditions, your doctor will first address those medical conditions. This will help in controlling hair loss and then on a need basis, your doctor may give medicines to promote hair growth. Homeopathy is a good choice to treat dandruff, anemia, stress, thyroid disorders, etc. that can lead to hair fall. Homeopathy clinics treat a person holistically and help alleviate your hair fall and its associated distress effectively with zero-side-effects medicines.
Prevention and Tips:
Hair loss caused by genes and certain medical conditions cannot be prevented. However, with a few preventive measures, you can prevent some types of hair loss.
- Follow good hair hygiene: Regular shampooing and taking good care of your hair is the first step to prevent any kind of hair damage and hair loss.
- Take a nutritious diet: Taking a timely and nutritious diet rich in proteins, iron and vitamin will be helpful.
- Be gentle: By combing or brushing your hair gently and avoiding tugging when your hair is wet, you can prevent pulling out hair and causing damage. Also, do not twist, pull or play with your hair as these habits can make your hair fragile and fall.
- Avoid harsh treatments: You need to avoid hair procedures such as using hot rollers, curling irons, hot oil treatments, etc. and ensure that you don’t create tension on hair by using rubber bands and tight braids.
- Avoid sunlight: Protect your hair from sunlight and ultraviolet rays that can harm your hair.
- Ask the doctor: If you are undergoing treatment for any medical conditions, ask your doctor if that will cause any hair loss and how it can be prevented.
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