Hair Fall: Causes, Types, and Treatment

Hair fall is a natural process, and it is observed that around 50 and 100 hair falls every day. But, if hair fall occurs more than usual and new hair does not grow then it’s an alarming condition and termed as hair loss. Hair loss can be in the form of patches of baldness or overall thinning of the hair.

If one is suffering from hair loss and hair thinning concerns, he/she can consult with the best hair loss and hair fall doctor in Noida, Dr. Shivangi Singh, at Skinlogics Clinics.

Factors that cause hair fall

Hair loss depends on several factors, such as diet, pregnancy, hormonal imbalance, stress, etc.

1. Diet- The deficiency of proper nutrition in diet can be a major cause of hair loss. The body needs proper nutrition to develop new hair strands and maintain healthy hair follicles. Diets that are low in protein, vitamins, and iron can cause extreme hair loss.

For example, Vitamin D stimulates the hair follicle and results in new hair growth. The deficiency of vitamin D causes hair loss and other severe symptoms.

2. Hormonal imbalance- Women experience a hormonal imbalance in their late 30’s, during pregnancy, menstruation, and childbirth. The hormonal change affects the hair cycle and causes excessive hair loss. During childbirth, the body is in extreme stress, pushing the hair follicle into the resting phase. This sort of hair loss is described as Telogen Effluvium and is a reversible process.

3. Stress- Excessive or prolonged stress can also cause hair loss. Experts say the stress can deprive hair of essential nutrients and result in hair loss. But it is also temporary.

4. Heredity- The heredity or family history is one of the most common causes of hair loss that happens with aging. It occurs gradually and in a predictable pattern such as male-pattern baldness and female-pattern baldness.

5. Drugs- Certain medications ca also be a major cause of hair loss. The side effects of medication like chemotherapeutic drugs, antidepressants, arthritis, and high blood pressure drugs can lead to excessive hair loss.

Types of hair loss

1. Involutional Alopecia- It is a natural condition of hair loss. In this condition, the hair gradually thins with aging. Most hair follicles go into the resting phase, and then the remaining hair becomes shorter and less voluminous.

2. Androgenic Alopecia (male and female pattern hair loss)- It is a genetic condition and the most common type of hair loss. In men, it is characterized by a receding hairline and gradual disappearance of hair from the frontal scalp. In males, it eventually results in baldness.

In females, the hair slowly thins all over the scalp. It is a normal part of aging in women but can begin after puberty. A female with this disorder experiences excessive hair loss and hair thinning, but it does not lead to baldness.

3. Telogen Effluvium- It is a temporary thinning of hair over the scalp that occurs due to an imbalance in the hair growth cycle. It generally does not lead to baldness, but around 300 to 500 hair falls per day. The hair may appear thin, especially at the crown and temples. It can be triggered by childbirth, thyroid imbalance, or surgery. The hair follicle in this type undergoes the resting phase or telogen phase.

4. Alopecia Areata- It is an autoimmune disorder in which the body kills its own cells or hair follicles, which causes hair fall and prevents hair from growing. It can be treated with medication that helps hair to grow.

5. Tinea Capitis- It is a fungal infection in the scalp that causes hair loss.

Sign and symptoms of hair loss-

• Gradual thinning on the top of the head.

• Bald spot that grows slowly.

• Sudden loss of hair.

• Receding hairline that becomes more visible with each passing year.

• Patches of scaling that spread over the scalp.

What are the best treatments for hair loss in Noida?

Hair loss can be treated by various methods such as medication, surgery, hair transplantation, etc. Some of the most popular treatments are discussed below-

1. Medication- The hair loss can be treated with some medications based on the concern type.

2. Growth factor or collagen induction treatment- Growth factor or collagen induction treatment is an advanced, non-surgical, therapeutic procedure to treat hair loss conditions. It is a three-step medical treatment in which a person’s blood is drawn, processed to extract growth factors and then injected into the scalp. These growth factors help stimulate healthy hair growth.

3. Dermaroller- It is a handheld device that is rolled on to the scalp. The roller has multiple tiny needles in it. The needles make tiny pores onto the scalp, making it easier for the medicinal qualities of topical and oils to reach the hair follicles. It stimulates cell turnover, improves blood circulation and provides robust hair growth.

4. Mesotherapy- It is a non-surgical cosmetic treatment that provides the scalp with a boost of vitamins and nutrients that improve blood flow for promoting hair regrowth. It treats the bald patches and activates the follicles for the best results.

5. Hair Transplant - It is a surgical procedure considered for growing hair in the bald patches of the scalp. There are several techniques that can be used to perform this surgery such as Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) and Follicular Unit Transplant (FUT). The basic mechanism is to extract healthy hair follicles from the donor area (generally back of the scalp) and then implant these follicles into the balding areas of the scalp.

Self-care

Self-care at home is important to prevent hair loss and is sometimes enough even in cases of mild hair loss. Some tips for self-care are-

• Wash hair with a mild, chemical-free shampoo.

• Scalp conditions like dandruff and allergies shall be treated properly with the guidance of a dermatologist. Many a times, scalp diseases are the cause of hair loss.

• Eat a balanced diet. Proper nutrition will help nourish the hair follicles and help one maintain healthy and luscious hair.

• Do not tie hair tightly. Do not use too much heat for hair styling. Do not get chemical treatments like hair-colouring and keratin treatments frequently. These practices take a toll on hair health.

• Don’t take too much stress as it is a known cause of hair loss.

• Take the help of an expert at an early stage. This helps in right diagnosis, getting the right treatment and preventing further hair loss.

Dr. Shivangi Singh is the best skin specialist in Noida. She provides treatment for all skin, hair, and nail concerns after proper diagnosis of the condition. So, to cure any hair and skin conditions, consult now!