Most often, hair falls out for one of five reasons, among which there are both temporary problems and requiring medical attention.

Vera Ermakova

Legion-media

Trichologists console: we normally lose 60 to 100 hairs every day. And it is worth remembering this so as not to worry too much when you find shreds of your hair on the comb. But if you feel that the "molt" has become more active, it may be worth clarifying the reasons - and taking action.

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Do not self-medicate! In our articles, we collect the latest scientific data and the opinions of authoritative health experts. But remember: only a doctor can diagnose and prescribe treatment.

Reason 1: Styling too aggressively

Rigid brushes, straighteners, curlers, hairsprays, and sprays can all damage your hair. The main sign of such damage is that you find parts of the hair on the comb that do not have bulbs, as if broken off. Another sign is that your hair is thinner than it used to be. What to do: First of all, exclude all hair-crippling beauty treatments. And, of course, stock up on mild restorative products - oils, masks and other balms.

Cause 2: Thyroid problems

Hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid gland) and hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid gland) can lead to hair loss, primarily due to a malfunction of the thyroid gland and a malfunction in the production of hormones that respond to including for hair growth. What to do: first, contact an endocrinologist and diligently fulfill all appointments. Second, try eating more protein-rich foods like chicken, tofu, Greek yogurt, and nuts.

Reason 3: too much stress

Strong emotional experiences, life in constant nervous tension and even just a long cold can cause stress hair loss. The most difficult thing in such a situation is to determine the cause of stress. But the good news is that after its elimination, hair loss stops pretty quickly. What to do: If trying to minimize stress on your own (for example, meditation, regular walks, and contact with nature) does not help, it may be worth contacting a doctor and asking for sedatives.

Cause 4: Pregnancy and childbirth

Most women who have experienced pregnancy and childbirth experience hair loss: the surge in estrogen during pregnancy causes hair to grow more actively, but when the level of "female hormones" after childbirth returns to normal , the hair goes into the "rest" phase. And they fall out. What to do: nothing. Most likely, three or four months after the birth, everything will return to normal by itself. But if six months have passed since the birth of your child, and your hair is still falling out, visit an endocrinologist. Perhaps your hormonal background has not recovered as it should.

Cause 5: You have polycystic ovary syndrome

In polycystic ovary syndrome, the female body produces too much testosterone. An increased level of this hormone leads to weight gain, problems with the skin of the face, the appearance of excess facial hair and hair loss on the head. What to do: First of all, contact a gynecologist-endocrinologist. Most likely, the doctor will prescribe you hormonal drugs to normalize hormonal levels and drugs to regulate insulin levels. Most likely, after a few months, the hair will stop falling out.

Why hair falls out and how to stop hair loss

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Strong and thick hair is a synonym for youth and attractiveness - accordingly, if the hair begins to fall out, a person experiences psychological discomfort. In our country, every second man and at least every tenth woman suffers from hereditary or pathological hair loss.

People often have high hopes that "miracle cures" and home treatments can stop hair loss. And some begin to think about an expensive hair transplant operation. However, you should be aware that a hair transplant will not restore youthfulness to your hair. Unfortunately, a pronounced bald head, surrounded by a small fringe, will never again be covered with thick hair of an 18-year-old person. Also, it will take a lot of patience because the newly implanted hair will first fall out and only start to grow back after some time. In addition, hair transplantation works for androgenetic alopecia and is not recommended for pathological hair loss, as there are not enough well-developed donor hair roots. Fortunately, hair loss in most cases can be stopped, the main thing is not to self-medicate, but at the first sign you will turn to an experienced trichologist.

Hair texture

Our hair is made up of keratin, so it's originally nothing more than pigmented horn strands - and yet it's the most beautiful natural jewelry we have.

Humans have 100,000 to 150,000 hairs on their heads, 80 to 100 of them fall out and grow back every day.

Hair growth and loss

The hair on the human scalp does not stop growing to a certain length, and grows about 1.5 - 2.5 cm per month. Hair can grow for about seven years before falling out and then growing back. Unfortunately, this does not apply to everyone. Hair loss - alopecia is a common problem.

This disease is defined in someone who loses more than 100 hairs a day for a long period of time. A fundamental distinction is made between two different forms: hereditary and pathological hair loss. Both are found in both men and women, although with different frequencies.

Hair loss begins with bald patches

Changes in hair growth usually begin in the 3rd decade of life. First, “bald patches” begin to form, then round bald spots appear on the top of the head. The fallout continues for years until only more or less sparse bangs remain. This form of hair loss is typical for men, but it also occurs in women, although to a much lesser extent. Hair loss in men eventually leads to baldness, while in women, the main hair only becomes thinner.

Different areas of the head are differently sensitive to DHT. For example, the hair in the bangs and on the back of the head is insensitive. Therefore, hair transplantation borrows hair from this area and transplants it to the top of the head.

Pathological hair loss

With circular hair loss (alopecia areata), rounded bald areas usually form on different parts of the head. The cause of circular hair loss is likely due to the body's autoimmune reaction to the hair follicles. At the beginning of the disease, the hair first loses pigment and becomes gray, characteristic round or oval bald spots appear on the scalp. In the marginal areas of these places, characteristic piston hairs are visible, only half a centimeter long, slightly pigmented.

The occiput and the lateral part of the scalp are mainly affected, less often the eyelashes, beard and the rest of the body hair. Very rarely, complete loss of body hair occurs - this special case is known as alopecia universalis. Bald patches are not painful and do not itch.

Hair loss during pregnancy

Metabolic diseases, medications and iron deficiency, hormonal disorders and extreme psychological stress can also negatively affect hair metabolism and lead to the so-called diffuse hair loss.

In rare cases, hair loss can be caused by an unbalanced diet or malnutrition.

Finally, there is physiological hair loss. This happens quite rarely and occurs after pregnancy or during menopause, which is associated with a sharp drop in the level of the female hormone estrogen. If estrogen levels return to normal, hair loss usually stops after a while.

How to stop hair loss

Before resorting to all conceivable and unthinkable methods and means to stimulate hair growth, you should consult a trichologist who, after a thorough diagnosis, will accurately answer your question “Why does hair fall out?”, Find the cause of hair loss hair, and eliminate underlying organic disorders. It is difficult to treat hair loss without knowing the cause.

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