What is hair loss?
Hair loss (alopecia) can affect hair on the scalp along with the entire body. However, this condition is more prevalent in older adults. Excessive hair loss can occur in children also.
Normally, every person loses around 50 to 100 hair daily. The person has 1,00,000 hair on the scalp and losing just this much amount is not easily noticeable.
New hair gets replaced with the lost hair but this condition does not happen in everyone. Hair loss issues can develop over the years or it can occur suddenly. The hair loss condition is temporary or permanent. It is difficult to count the total number of hair which are lost in one day. You may be losing more than normal and this can be noticed when you see a huge amount of hair in the drain after washing or you notice excessive hair in the brush. In many cases, the person notices baldness or thin patches of hair.
If you notice you are losing more hair than required, then make sure to consult the doctor. The doctor will help to understand the reason for hair loss and accordingly suggest the best treatment plan. Undergoing the treatment of hair transplant in Punjab will help you get the desired results you want.
What are the reasons for hair loss?
On the initial consultation, the doctor will determine the reason for hair loss. The most common reasons for hair loss are female or male pattern baldness.
Family history
This is the most common reason why people face hair loss. It means someone in your family has faced this issue. Make sure to consult the doctor on time so that you can get the treatment started at an early age.
Certain sex hormones
Certain sex hormones can lead to hereditary hair loss. The problem can occur at an early stage during puberty. If you notice such an issue then make sure to consult the doctor on time.
Health issues
In some cases, hair loss is triggered because the hair growth cycle is affected. Major surgeries, illnesses, or traumatic events can lead to hair fall. If you get the treatment started on time then you will notice hair growth.
Hormonal changes
Hormonal changes can lead to temporary hair loss. Some of its examples are childbirth, stopping the use of birth control pills, pregnancy, and menopause.
Medical conditions
There are certain medical conditions which include alopecia areata, thyroids disease, scalp infection like ringworm. The disease which can lead to scarrings such as lupus and lichen planus can lead to permanent hair loss.
If the person is undergoing medical treatment for cancer, arthritis, heart, and depression issues, then the medications can trigger hair fall.
Emotional shock
Emotional or physical shock leads to hair loss. This type of shock can include extreme weight loss, high fever, and death in the family. Many people have the habit to pull the hair from the eyebrows, eyelashes, and head. If you are having such issues then make sure to seek medical help on time to understand what can be done to manage the condition.
