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Hair Loss
(Androgenitic Alopecia) |
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Hereditary thinning or balding.
Hereditary balding or thinning is the most common cause of thinning hair. The tendency can be inherited from either the mother's or father's side of the family.
Women with this inherited trait develop thinning hair, but do not become bald. The condition is called androgenetic alopecia and it can start in the teens, twenties or thirties. There is no cure, although medical treatments have recently become available that may help some people. However, hairstyles can often hide the thinning effectively. In some men, hair transplants can redistribute the remaining hair.
Men interested in hair transplants should consult a dermatologist to determine if they are suitable candidates for this procedure. Hair transplantation is often less satisfactory in women.Partial hair pieces or wigs are usually recommended for women if hair loss is severe.
- Ringworm of the scalp.
Caused by a fungus, ringworm (which has nothing to do with worms) begins with small patches of scaling that can spread and result in broken hair. This contagious disease is most common in children and oral medication will cure it.
- Improper hair cosmetic use / improper hair care.
Many men and women use chemical treatments on their hair, like dyes, tints, bleaches, strengtheners and permanent waves.
These treatments rarely damage hair if they and done correctly. However, the hair can become weak and break if any of these chemicals are used too often.
Hair can also break if the solution is left on too long. If 2 procedures are done on the same day, or if bleach is applied to previously bleached hair. If hair becomes too brittle from chemical treatment, it's best to stop until the has grown out.
Shampooing, combing and brushing too often can also damage hair, causing it to break. A cream rinse or conditioner may be used after shampooing to make it easier to comb and to make it more manageable.
When hair is wet, it is more fragile, so vigorous rubbing with a towel, and rough combing and brushing should be avoided.
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