HAIR LOSS ITS CAUSES & TREATMENT

AUTHERS:

Muhammad Mubashir Iqbal

 BS(Hons) Biochemistry Govt. College University Faisalabad, Punjab Pakistan.

Introdruction to hair loss

Almost 100 hairs of any person are lost every day. That is normal and in most people those hairs grow back. But many men, and some women, lose hair as they age. You can also lose it if you suffer from certain diseases, such as thyroid problems, diabetes or lupus. If you take certain medicines or are undergoing cancer chemotherapy, you may also lose hair. Other causes are stress, a low-protein diet, family history or poor nutrition.

General description of hair loss

Hair loss affects only the scalp and the entire body in some cases. It can be a consequence of hereditary factors, hormonal changes, a disease or medications. Anyone can have hair loss, but it is more common in men.

Usually, baldness refers to excessive hair loss from the scalp. The most common cause of baldness is the hereditary factor along with age. Some people prefer to let baldness run its course without treating or trying to hide it. Others can cover it with hairstyles, makeup, hats or scarves.

Before starting a treatment for hair loss, talk to the doctor about the cause and about the best treatment options.

symptom

Photograph of male distribution baldness

Male distribution baldness

Photograph of female distribution baldness

Female distribution baldness

Photograph showing irregular hair loss (alopecia areata)

Irregular hair loss (alopecia areata)

Traction alopecia

Traction alopecia

Types

1; PERMANENET

2; TEMPORARY

Signs and symptoms of hair loss may include the following:

Loss of gradual hair thickness at the top of the head. This is the most frequent type of hair loss, and affects both men and women as they age. In men, the hairline begins to recede from the forehead in a line that resembles the letter M. Women often retain the hairline in the forehead but have a widening in the hair separation.

Circular or patchy bald spots. In some people soft bald spots, the size of coins, are present. This type of hair loss usually affects only the scalp, but sometimes also occurs in the beard or eyebrows. In some cases, there may be itching or pain in the skin before the hair falls out.

Abrupt hair fall may due to physical or emotional shock cause the hair loss. Strands of hair may fall out when combing or washing your hair, or even after pulling gently. This type of hair loss usually causes general hair thinning instead of baldness patches.

Hair loss throughout the body. Some medical disorders and treatments such as cancer chemotherapy can cause hair loss throughout the body. Usually the hair grows back.

Flaking patches that spread on the scalp. This is a sign of ringworm. It can be accompanied by broken hair, redness, inflammation and, sometimes, secretions.

When should you consult a doctor?

Consult the doctor if you or your child grieves because of hair loss and want to get treatment. If  there is higher amount of hair losing than usual when combing or washing your hair or your child's. Sudden hair loss may be a sign of a hidden disease that may require treatment.

Signs and symptoms of hair loss may include the following:

Loss of gradual hair thickness at the top of the head. This is the most frequent type of hair loss, and affects both men and women as they age. In men, the hairline begins to recede from the forehead in a line that resembles the letter M. Women often retain the hairline in the forehead but have a widening in the hair separation.

Circular or patchy bald spots. In some people soft bald spots, the size of coins, are present. This type of hair loss usually affects only the scalp, but sometimes also occurs in the beard or eyebrows. In some cases, there may be itching or pain in the skin before the hair falls out.

Abrupt hair fall may due to physical or emotional shock cause the hair loss. Strands of hair may fall out when combing or washing your hair, or even after pulling gently. This type of hair loss usually causes general hair thinning instead of baldness patches.

Hair loss throughout the body. Some medical disorders and treatments such as cancer chemotherapy can cause hair loss throughout the body. Usually the hair grows back.

Flaking patches that spread on the scalp. This is a sign of ringworm. It can be accompanied by broken hair, redness, inflammation and, sometimes, secretions.

Causes

People usually lose about 100 hair a day. This does not usually cause hair loss on the scalp because, at the same time, new hair grows. Hair loss occurs when the cycle of hair growth and loss is altered or when the hair follicle is destroyed and replaced with scar tissue.

Hair loss is mostly happens due to the following factors

Family history (genetic predisposition). The most common cause of hair loss is an inherited disorder called male pattern baldness or female pattern baldness. It tends to appear gradually as it ages and in predictable patterns: a receding hairline and balding areas among men, and reduced hair thickness among women.

Hormonal changes and medical disorders. Several disorders can cause temporary or permanent hair loss, which include hormonal changes in pregnancy, childbirth, menopause and thyroid problems. Medical disorders include alopecia areata, which causes patchy hair loss, scalp infections such as ringworm, and a hair pulling disorder called trichotillomania.

Medications and supplements

Diagnosis

Before establishing a diagnosis, the doctor will probably do a physical exam and ask you about your medical history and family history. It can also perform tests, such as the following:

Blood test. It can help to discover the diseases related to hair loss.

Tensile test The physicians pulls several hairs to see how many hairs come out. This helps to determine the stage of the detachment process.

Biopsy of the scalp. He takes samples of skin or few hair pulled from the scalp to analyse the roots of the hair. This can help determine if what is causing hair loss is an infection.

Optical microscopy. The biomedical technique "Microscopy" helps to know the possible disorders of the hair shaft.

Treatments

There are people who prefer to resort to a food supplement that acts from inside the hair bulb instead of using blisters or lotions that can spoil your hairstyle and contain chemical compounds.

For them, experts recommend Innéov's Densilogy capsules, the number one brand in nutricosmetics. Strengthens anchoring and hair growth.

These capsules are composed of active ingredients such as vitamin D3, Omega 3 essential fatty acids (fish oil and blackcurrant seed oil) and zinc, an essential element for hair and nails that helps maintain normal growth. , in addition to synthesizing keratin, a protein that makes up the hair fiber.

Its effects have been scientifically tested through a clinical study conducted on 118 women for six months and under the control of specialized dermatologists.

The result of this study confirmed that 98% saw an increase in the volume of their hair, in 78% of cases the hair thickened and 95% noticed an improvement in hair quality. The results, as you can see, are satisfactory and speak for themselves.

This fall protection method includes 180 capsules that must be taken two at a time, once a day (preferably at mealtime) and for a minimum period of three months.

The product has been tested in women because this treatment is specific for them. However, there is the Innéov Densilogy Alpha treatment for men that has similar characteristics to that of women, but with some different and specific ingredients for male alopecia.

Like the Spectral DNC-N hair loss lotion, they are not recommended during pregnancy, lactation, or for children