Hair Fall remains a very common problem at different ages. It’s normal to lose between 50 – 100 hairs a day without even noticing but losing more hair than normal is an indication for an underlying cause.
As many factors play a role in hair diseases, this results in different patterns of hair loss. Early diagnosis & treatment will help to stop further progress of condition and stimulate hair regrowth.
What are the most common causes of hair loss?
There are a wide range of conditions that can result in hair loss.
1.Temporary hair loss
This type of hair loss is caused by an excessive shedding of telogen (resting) hair. It might be acute or chronic. Hair fall usually starts several months after a person experiences a traumatic event or stress as an illness, stress, surgery or nutritional deficiencies.
2. Hereditary hair loss
Hair thins over the top of the head and on the sides causing male and female patterns of baldness. Patients complain of seeing scalp skin through hair. This type of hair loss usually runs in the family so treatment is usually required for long periods of time.
3. Alopecia Areata
The immune system attacks hair causing hair loss. Patients have one/multiple bold spots on the scalp with no hair. Some people lose their eyelashes or eyebrows as well.
4. Scarring alopecia
Some diseases causes inflammation which destroys hair follicles and once a hair follicle is destroyed, it cannot regrow the hair. Early diagnosis and treatment can prevent further hair loss.
5. Hair traction
When hair is tightly pulled back – like tight ponytails or tight braids – this continuous pulling can lead to permanent hair loss.
6. Hair Infections
Infections result in inflamed areas on the scalp, which end with hair fall and a bald area if left untreated.
7. Scalp Psoriasis
Many people who have psoriasis on their body develop psoriasis on their scalp at some point. This can lead to hair loss.
Diagnosing Hair Loss at The Klinic
Our consultants are experienced in finding the cause. We take a detailed history about the condition. We ask about; Hair care habits, hair styling products, Family history of hereditary hair loss, daily medications and supplements, dietary intake.
We do examine your hair and scalp. During examination, we assess the type and pattern of hair loss. We determine whether hair is falling out gradually, abruptly or hair is getting thinner.
Then, we confirm the diagnosis using the “Tricoscope”. Some tests might be performed when needed, as: Blood tests and Scalp biopsy.
Schedule your consultation at The Klinic, as soon as you notice hair loss. The sooner you get treatment, the more effective it will be.
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