Hair loss can be a blow to one’s ego, and a lustrous mane is considered a thing to be proud of. Most people will experience it at some point in life, and there are many factors that contribute to it. When exploring the best hair loss treatment for your situation it is important to determine the exact causes as treatments vary widely.
5 Common Causes of Hair Loss
- Hormonal imbalances or fluctuations, such as an excess of androgens, can lead to thinning hair alongside other health issues.
- Age is something everyone faces, and it is a primary factor in hair loss.
- Dietary factors, such as too much dairy and sugar, can impede hair growth or contribute to hair loss.
- Stress has a direct impact on numerous bodily systems, including the scalp and follicles.
- Genetics and family history
Additionally, illnesses (such as thyroid disease or folliculitis) and some medications can have a direct – and sometimes precipitous – effect on hair loss. A more recent factor is hair loss after COVID. Many cases report sudden hair loss as a symptom of aftereffect of the virus.
How Do I Know If My Hair Loss Is Normal?
Shedding a certain amount of hair is a normal part of its growth cycle. The average amount of normal hair loss is between 50 and 100 strands daily.
For context, the average person’s scalp has 100,000 or more hair follicles. Excessive amounts of hair around the drain after showering, a widening of the part or the space between your hairline and eyebrows, and finding short or broken hair in your brush are all indicators of excessive hair loss.
How Do I Know What Type of Hair Loss I Have?
There are many types of hair loss, and each requires different methods of treatment. Sometimes you can tell from the pattern of loss, as in cases of male or female pattern baldness. But in many cases the cause is not as obvious. The only way to be absolutely sure is to get a professional diagnosis.
What Hair Type Loses the Most Hair?
It is often said that straight and curly hair have differing rates of hair loss, but that is a myth. They both share the same growth cycle. A probable reason for the misconception is the fact that curly hair has more opportunities for breakage. Styling involving chemicals or heat can do extensive damage to your hair, straight or curly.
Can You Reverse Hereditary Hair Loss?
Genetic-based hair loss, also known as hereditary hair loss, can be slowed or potentially stopped. In some cases, lost hair can even be regrown. As with any health issue, the sooner it is diagnosed and treated the more potential for success.
Rothesay Laser & Hair Clinic – Helping You Look Your Best
At Rothesay Laser & Hair Clinic, we are here to help you look your absolute best. We offer a comprehensive array of spa and medical aesthetic services that give you the tools to do just that. If hair thinning or loss is your concern, we offer FUE transplants using the NeoGraft 2.0 as well as Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapies. Contact us today for more information or to schedule a visit!
