Showing posts with label hair loss. Show all posts
Showing posts with label hair loss. Show all posts

Sunday, March 3, 2013

What is hair loss?

Female hair loss


What is hair loss?

The medical term for hair loss is alopecia and is used to denote any type of hair loss affecting any area of the head, limbs and body. Alopecia is a Latin word, but if you trace its origin in the Greek language, the word means alopek fox, alopekiya was a term that meant mange foxes.
Hair loss can be due to many different reasons, including genitichni and environmental factors. An interesting fact is that many diseases can occur solely or principally with the complaint of hair loss.

One of the most common causes of hair loss is androgenetic alopecia. Other common causes of hair loss can be telogen efluvium, alopecia areata, ringworm after cosmetic treatments. A rare form of hair loss is more difficult to diagnose, it is necessary to do the research, although in some cases the condition may remain undiagnosed. In some cases it may not be an appropriate method of treatment.
In recent years, studies have expanded human hair, causes of hair loss and the development of new treatments. This is a very optimistic especially for people who are affected by rare species and forms of hair loss.

What causes hair loss?

The causes of hair loss can be various. The discovery of the cause of hair loss is not always an easy task and is largely dependent on gender, heredity, and the impact of various damaging factors. Hair loss can be caused by a large group of diseases, each of which is characterized by a variety of possible reasons.

Telogen efluvium
Telogen efluvium may occur after birth, vaccination, physical trauma (after a car accident, surgery), stress, severe dieting, malnutrition. Usually this type of hair loss disappears with the passage of the impact of harmful factors. Some medicines or the impact of toxins can also cause telogen efluvium.

Anagen efluvium
Efluvium anagen occurs most often in people who are treated with chemotherapy or after accidental or intentional ingestion of poisons.

Circular hair loss
Circular hair loss is considered an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks its own cells. Usually, stress, heredity, hormonal disturbances, allergic reactions, infections are the main cause of hair loss circles.

Hair loss in men
Hair loss in men is often hereditary and can be triggered by stress, intake of certain medications.

Hair loss in women
Hair loss in women can also be caused by heredity, hormonal disorders, stress, pregnancy, certain medications, certain hairstyles.




Hair loss in children
Hair loss in children is condition that requires special attention. The most common causes of hair loss in children fungal infection of the scalp, circular hair loss, traumatic alopecia, Trichotillomania and telogen efluvium.

Cicatricial alopecia
Cicatricial alopecia is characterized by the presence of scar tissue. The reasons for the formation of scar tissue and such loss of hair may be different - genetic diseases, trauma, radiation, tumors, certain infections of the hair follicle, or a manifestation of systemic disease.

Congenital diseases that cause hair loss
Congenital diseases that result in hair loss is characterized by the fact that persist throughout a person's life. In the majority of cases it is a violation of embryonic development and genetic diseases. Congenital diseases that result in hair loss may be combined with other abnormalities - physical or mental.

Infections that lead to hair loss
The most common infection that leads to hair loss with this fungus. Less hair loss can have folliculitis or in other conditions with increased growth of microorganisms.

Defects of the hair shaft, resulting to hair loss
Defects of the hair shaft, resulting in hair loss can result from genetic defects, or more often in the case of damage to the hair stem from environmental factors or improper and aggressive treatment of hair.

How to diagnose hair loss?

Diagnosis of hair loss in women is more difficult than men. In 90% of cases in men are concerned about male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia). In women, however, hair loss can be due to many different reasons or conditions.
To determine the cause of hair loss is necessary to do some research. These studies may exclude other diseases that may cause hair loss. In most cases, these studies show normal results, but it is also very important because it helps correct diagnosis.

Diagnostic tests for hair loss include:

Test by pulling

Test by pulling the hair is called the pull-test. This method is easy to implement, while giving very useful information.
Performed on hair that is not duty days. Grip with three fingers about 50 to 100 hairs, then pulls. The test can be repeated several times. Using this method to determine whether excessive hair loss.

Densitometry

Densitometer is a small device with the aid of which creates growth and it allows direct observation of the presence of miniaturization of the hair.

Skin biopsy

Take a small piece of skin 3-4 mm in diameter and examined under a microscope to determine the type or cause of hair loss.

  • Complete blood count
  • Serum iron
  • Serum ferritin
  • Total iron binding capacity
  • Hormonal (testosterone, dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEAs), prolactin, follicle stimulating hormone, luteinizing hormone, etc.).
  • Thyroid hormones (T3, T4, TSH)
  • Screening for syphilis (TPHA, VDRL)

Sunday, February 17, 2013

Hair loss and baldness. Causes, prevention and treatment.


It is normal for a person to lose a day of 50 to 100 hairs. These are hairs that naturally fall at the end of their growth period. Hair loss occurs with equal frequency in men and women. However, we should confuse alopecia hair loss.

Not all hair loss is alopecia. There may be times when your hair falls more intensely than normal, but that does not necessarily mean that baldness.

The reasons may be the most diverse and generally human hair has periods of renewal.

The Greens. seasonal hair loss that usually occurs in spring and autumn.

To stop hair loss somewhat, you should add to your diet a number of vitamins and nutritional supplements - vitamin A, B, E, F, H and selenium, sulfur, zinc and copper.

As hair loss and baldness occurs in men and women, but it remains the "privilege" of the male.

Hair loss or baldness - to what extent and for how long?

This largely depends on the reason for their occurrence, respectively, and the period of treatment with different duration and success.

When you notice that your hair loss is enhanced, seek the assistance of a specialist dermatologist to appoint the necessary studies to determine the cause of hair loss and the basis to prescribe action to prevent the started process.

What causes hair loss?

It is not just hair loss. Good specialist successfully establish the difference and take action quickly if you can not completely bald.

When the process forward, often becomes irreversible. Hair loss begins around the temples and forehead.

The biggest culprit for male pattern baldness is the male hormone testosterone, which affects the hair follicles.

This is due to a defect in the metabolism of testosterone - ie DHT appears that accumulates at very high levels and affects the hair follicles and causes hair loss and baldness.

As a result of DHT hair falls prematurely. Some women with high testosterone production, so the symptoms of hair loss, which is typical for men.

Sometimes ads for miraculous ointments, pills and lotions are an absolute fallacy.

Especially when talking about hereditary hair loss - then any interference would be possible winner of hope than a real effect.

Numerous recommended cosmetic procedures and  products to combat hair loss and baldness could have its effect when the problem is due to the stress state, treatment chemicals, drug overdoses and the like.

Androgenetic alopecia is the most common. It is caused due to the impact of increased levels of androgen (male) hormones. It has been shown that the development of this type of hair loss occurs due to genetic reasons.

Under the action of a particular enzyme found in the cells of the follicle, the male sex hormone testosterone is converted to highly active androgen hormone enters the cell and disrupts protein synthesis. As a result, as already explained, hair follicles degenerate and dies, and the hair falls.

Alopecia areata is another type of hair loss seen. It is due to an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the hair follicles.

It is not contagious, but other than the head can affect other parts of the body. The result is usually expressed in one or more patches of hair loss.

Affects younger people in most patients within a year to reach full recovery without treatment, but you should know that hair loss is sometimes permanent.

Efluvium diffusion process is associated with metabolic disorders, hormonal problems, stress or use of certain medications.

It's about hair loss increased thickness of the hair. No treatment is necessary in most cases of its manifestation.

Hair loss usually decreases slowly within six to eight months after the cause of hair loss is identified and appropriate measures taken.

When there is doubt about the occurrence of this condition, a small part of the scalp is subjected to biopsy for examination under a microscope.

Thus, to determine the condition of the hair follicles - the tissues that produce hair.

Adverse effects of hair loss can occur as a side effect of prolonged chemotherapy treatment too aggressive treatment of scalp and hair strong hair treatments and products, often wearing hats, etc.

The difference is that in these cases the opposition would be crowned with much real success than hereditary baldness.

Causes of baldness

Hair loss is a widespread problem, but each process runs a different - different is the degree of hair loss and the reasons are different.

Many diseases and traumatic mechanical interference may cause damage to the hair follicle.

Not negligible factors such as stress, chronic disease, vitamin deficiency, regular use of steroids, severe diseases, hormonal disorders, fungal organisms, excessive wear hats everyday use of creams, gels and ointments any hair strong stream of water while bathing, etc.

Unlike other harmful actions on our body that produce steroids, baldness is irreversible after prolonged acceptance.

In times of stress, adrenal gland begins to secrete large quantities in the two hormones - testosterone and norepinephrine, which promote faster hair loss.

If hair loss is due to stress, should focus on stress management and treatment of psychological basis.

Thyroid and violations during her work can also cause hair loss and baldness.

During menopause a woman's body decreases its production of the female hormone estrogen, and others, and this often leads to a predominance of male hormones in the body.

As a result, hair loss often occurs, and often baldness. Treatment is performed on hormonal basis.

There are cases in which the body perceives as foreign body hair, so try to reject it. Itself is balding at stages of the patches on the head.



Hair loss during pregnancy and after birth

When a woman becomes pregnant, she is subjected to drastic hormonal changes.

The effect on the hair in most cases is that the hair grows strong and healthy.

During pregnancy hair grow well and look healthy under the influence of a new high of female hormones.

Pregnant woman's hair is usually fine when the influx of female hormones is maximal.

Although rare, pregnant women also lose hair.

The most common reason for this happening in future mothers is due to the lack of vitamins and minerals or iron in the blood of the mother, because the fetus sucks its necessary agents, leaving the mother exhausted.

In these cases, the recommended intake of more fruits and vegetables, and if necessary vitamins and tablets.

Often women lose some hair after birth. When a baby is born, hormones jump up and down and many hair follicles enter the resting phase.

In some women, hair may fall out in clumps. In some cases you may be exposed to certain sections of the head.

For most women it is reversible, but there are those who remain with much thinner hair.

Hair loss in children

Hair loss occurs in people of all ages, including in children.

Hair loss in newborn infants in most cases it is normal and not worry.

Babies often lose their hair during the first six months.

At birth, the newborn hormone levels fell sharply and thus may lose hair with which they were born (young mothers after birth often lose hair for the same reason).

Things are different in adolescents.

Reasons why hair loss occurs in children differ from those in adults.

You rarely mention the source of the problem such as lack of nutrients or genetic predisposition.

The appearance of hair loss in children in almost all cases due to illness.

A possible reason could be a very strong shock, stress, emotional upset. This hair loss is usually temporary and goes away.

Type of illness in children is bad habit of pulling hair and over time make it harder and mechanically causing her fall

When the cause of hair loss in children is a fungal disease of the scalp, talk about contagious disease.

Children often do not realize they are affected by the fungus. There is hair loss in different areas of the scalp.

Fungi cause breakage of hair on the scalp and separate the flakes from the scalp.

The condition is treatable, but need timely intervention of parents and professionals to implement the right quality products to clean and disinfect the scalp of fungus.

Can we stop hair loss?
Searching for information in the fight against hair loss and baldness, you can find many ideas and options for countermeasures.
Sometimes hair loss can be prevented through stress management, building healthy diet and use-friendly hair care products.
Doctors agree that vitamins C, A, C and E are natural cure for hair loss.

Biotin and folic acid contained in B group vitamins are those that prevent hair loss.

Vitamin B is in fish and eggs. Without vitamin A follicles are susceptible to destruction, which in turn is the cause of hair loss.

Vitamin A can be found in dairy products and green vegetables.

Eat more citrus fruits, you can get the antioxidant vitamin C, which also contributes to the prevention of hair loss.

Vitamin E stimulates the blood circulation of the scalp. By increasing blood flow to the scalp and increases nutrient.

Eat wholesome and healthy to obtain such necessary vitamins in your prevention of hair loss.

When baldness is already part of your life, whether you accept it or fight it is a matter of personal choice, but you should state that you are turned into obsession.

Its appearance is often accompanied by depression because whoever loses his beautiful hair, difficult to adapt normally.

If hair loss can lead you to a mental disorder, to provoke insecurity or inferiority, the problem is more in the way of thinking and your self-image.

For some celebrities baldness is an expression of the image. For some have been annoying nuisance, but for others - a huge tragedy.

If you browse the internet or chat with friends, dermatologist, hairstylist, you will get a bunch of ideas to combat hair loss and baldness counter.

Sold many shampoos, masks, ampoules, ointments, medicines with effect in this direction.

Whether it will achieve the desired result, however, is individual and depends on the cause of the problem.

It is well known direct rubbing garlic clove into the hair roots. However, this has not so desirable side - after a few procedures flavor of garlic is absorbed into the scalp and the least contact with water strongly felt.

If you do decide that the battle was lost, but do not want to go bald, you may contact the plastic surgeon for your new graft. The procedure is now commonly recognized and often applicable.

Your hair is already falling?
Whatever happens, do not rush to panic.

Solutions in every situation there, to you to attend with your head and get them.

Even moment when you find that your curse is reached, it is scary and confusing, be there and help yourself.

Sunday, February 10, 2013

Hair loss is no reason to panic!

Do not be panicked by hair loss

It is normal to lose 50-100 hairs a day. Another issue is when you wake up in the morning and find a lot of hair on the pillow, and your brush collects handfuls of hair every day. You have to calm down and prepare to do research to establish (establish) Reason (s) for the hair loss.

Under normal circumstances, the biological processes involved in hair growth are in balance. Hair falls, new hair begins to grow, you get less and spend less. This is a normal process that reflects the different stages of hair growth. If these phases of growth does not proceed as provided by nature, may have increased hair loss. Below we will inform you of the possible causes of hair loss and what you can do about it. If hair loss continues for more than six months, you should make an appointment with a dermatologist or your doctor.

1. Hormone-dependent alopecia
Our hormone system is very sensitive and react to the smallest changes. Under normal circumstances, the female sex hormone estrogen ensure dense hair. Many women are aware of the sensational activating effect during pregnancy. Male hormones (androgens), which in smaller amounts are present in the female body are not favorable for the growth of hair. In men and women, androgens are excreted in greater amounts in stressful situations. This can disrupt hormonal balance and can lead to hair loss. In severe cases, dermatologists prescribe anti-androgens. In many cases, people only need to reduce stress from the hectic life and relax more. Another possible reason is the thyroid gland. Your doctor may take a blood sample for analysis of hormone levels and whether they are the cause of hair loss.

2. Alopecia (hair breakage) due to improper hair care
Although hair is very durable, exposure to too much stress will make it more uneven and fragile. This stress may be due to bleaching, frequent changes of color, perm or often use the hair straightener, these are just some of the stressors. This disadvantage may not directly cause hair loss, but lead to hair breakage. The hair can be choppy near the roots, which is very ugly.


Only a true chemical accidents can lead to a direct hair loss. This happens, for example, when the agent for bleaching or permanent waving stay on your head too long. If this happens, all you can do is leave the scalp and hair to calm themselves and wait to be reimbursed. You should use shampoo sparingly, to reduce the amount of shampoo and refrain from too much styling. If at all possible, should also refrain from dyeing or tinting of hair for a while or at least use friendly hair products.

3. Hair loss caused by vitamin deficiency
The growth of hair requires a balanced diet rich in vitamins. Poor diets and strict dieting can cause temporary hair loss. Hair is in the best condition when you stick to a balanced diet that includes fruits, vegetables, proteins (such as milk, yogurt, cottage cheese, lean meat and sea fish), whole grains, nuts and high quality oils. If you stick to this optimal diet, it might be wise to take special supplements for hair, including biotin, niacin, zinc, and vitamins B6, B12, A and E.

4. Hair loss due to immune deficiency
Hair loss can be a delayed reaction to an infection. In the spring may suddenly notice that your hair falls after you have had the flu in the winter. Hair loss usually stops after about three months, during which time the damaged roots of the hair is restored.

Sunday, January 27, 2013

Female hair loss and everything you need to know about it

 Hair loss in women can occur after pregnancy and childbirth, hormonal changes in the female body and the
exhaustion of the body made living nine months gr
owing fetus. Although the pregnancy helps strengthen the hair and gives the hair more shine, unfortunately postpartum things change and most women notice hair loss loud. This is due to the loss of hormones in the female body.

To avoid baldness in women is important to undertake restoration of hormonal imbalance in the body. As busy and anxious you feel about caring for the infant, you should think about your health and self-esteem and caring for yourself. Use quality cosmetics designed to combat hair loss in women, hair masks do and do not treat them with strong paint and other products that aggravate hair and loaded. Especially important is to feel loved and happy, by all means try to avoid the state of postpartum depression, because it can only deepen the problem of female hair loss.

Our advice is to take advantage of every opportunity to relax and to give away, and time itself.

Please see the video: Hair Loss in Women and Preventing Female Hair Loss



Our advice to all those who have problems with hair loss is not submitted at least because there is a way to salvation. We also have close friends and relatives sharing the discomfort caused by the female hair loss. Most of these people are exposed to chronic stress either at work or at home. You should know that one of the main reasons for hair loss is depression, nerves and unfavorable coincidence of personality. Besides nervousness can get hair loss due to poor cosmetics or pharmaceutical drugs as lotion, shampoo and so on. If you treat dandruff without being consulted with a specialist on the use of a suitable shampoo, it might be among the most prominent causes of hair loss. Talking about the causes of hair loss will supplement and hygiene care of your hair and its overall maintenance. Daily use of various cosmetics is another factor which must be careful to preserve the integrity of your bones and its unique appearance. Keep your hair and use vitamins to nourish her. The latter can be obtained as a natural way, and all new drugs protect against loss.

Saturday, January 26, 2013

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