Causes of Hair Falling

Hair loss among women and men is very common these days. The causes of hair fall is very intricate and depends from person to person.

It is normal to shed some hair each day. The normal cycle of hair growth lasts for maximum two-three years. During this time period, each hair grows upto approximately one centimeter. Around 90% hair grows at any one time on your scalp. And about 10 % of the hair on your scalp, at any one time, is in a resting phase. After 3-4 months, the resting hair fallls out and new hair starts to grow in its place.

There could be plenty of reasons for hair loss such as stress, disease, family history, hormone imbalance, or the uses of medicines. The most common reason for hair loss is different styles that we use. Do not keep the hairstyle which needs to pull the hair.

Sometimes we use chemicals on our hairs to make them beautiful, but these chemicals can damage your hair if not done correctly. Improper usuage of chemicals makes the hair weak and thin and will start breaking before their resting period where they shed naturally.

Frequent use of shampoo might damage your hair. Use the shampoo which contains some nourishing ingredients. Use the shampoo which is mild and which suits your hair.

Heriditary Thining or Balding could be the reason of hair loss. Many people inherits the cause of baldness from their parents's side of the family. It is difficult to find proper treatment for this condition. There are some lotions and pills which can overcome the hair loss to some extent.

Amongst women, it's quite common that their hair will fall after delivering a baby. During this time period, many hairs enter the resting phase of the hair cycle. Within 2-3 months, which is a resting period of hairs, women will notice excessive hair loss. This is a very natural process and resolves in almost all the cases.

Some diseases such as severe flu, cancer or typhoid might cause the hair loss. You can also notice the hair fall when your thyroid is either over-active or under-active. Treatments are available for such conditions.

There are many drugs which has side effects and as such causes hair loss. In such case, you can consult your doctor and ask for the substitutes.

Loss of protein makes your hair thin and breakable. Make sure to consume adequate amount of protein and iron in your diet.

Reduce your stress levels, eat well and do regular exercise to keep your hair glowing and healthy. If you are experiencing severe hair loss, you can consult your doctor and take the necessary medication.

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