Having wavy, thick and beautiful hair is a dream of everyone! But due to some reasons, this dream might lose from your hand. Let's find out the reasons and some suggestions for you all.
Hair shedding is a part of the natural cycle. Hairs fall out while others grow in when the balance is interrupted, more hair fallout and less hair grows in hair loss happen. The medical term for hair loss is alopecia.
There are 3 types of alopecia
- Alopecia areata.
- Alopecia totalis.
- Alopecia Universalis.
Following are the symptoms of having hair loss
Gradual thinning, especially on top of the head.
Sudden loosening of hair.
Patchy or circular bald spots (Alopecia areata)
Loss of hair all over your body.
Patches of scaling that may spread over.
For women who are experiencing a receding hairline or anyone who is experiencing sudden hair loss, should see a doctor.
Have a look at some common causes of it
Hormonal imbalance
Stress
Hairstyles that pull on your scalp
Using more chemical-based products
Cancer treatment
Aging
Childbirth or pregnancy
After some surgeries or operations
Scalp infection
Due to the side effects of some medicines
A sexually transmitted infection (STI) can lead to hair loss if left untreated.
Thyroid disorder
Deficiency of iron, protein, or biotin
Hereditary hair loss.
The earlier treatment is started the better it works. Also, it is important to note that hair loss is a symptom of many diseases, including polycystic ovary syndrome. If hair loss is left untreated, this has an indirect effect on your self-esteem and confidence. There is no need for colored or shiny hair you just want healthy hair that doesn't fall off!
Following are the preventive measures for it
Use a mild and natural shampoo.
Bleaching and coloring your hair can lead to hair damage and hair loss.
Avoid high heat-hair styling machines.
Avoid touching your hair and scalp.
Protein is considered an important factor in hair health. Hair follicles are mainly made up of a protein called keratin. Eat eggs, nuts, fish, beans, peas, chicken, turkey, and low-fat dairy products.
Grab your vitamin 'A' from sweet potatoes, sweet peppers and by eating more green vegetables.
Don't forget to add biotin to your diet.
Massage your scalp once a week with any oil.
Some conditions, like telogen effluvium (hair loss after pregnancy), or hair loss due to stress or depression may resolve on their own. But, if it doesn't, you have to manage it with treatments and some tips that mentioned below -
Wash your hair regularly with a mild shampoo (Tested by a dermatologist).
Avoid brushing wet hair.
Stay hydrated.
Include these yoga asanas in your regime to help in reducing your hair loss
- Sarvangasana
- Sirsasana
- Matsyasana
- Vajrasana
- Balasana.
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