Thinning hair and hair loss can affect both men and women at any age, for a number of reasons. While men are more prone to hair loss, it is no less devastating when it happens to women. Causes of hair loss can occur from underlying illnesses to poor diet to a simple lack of vitamins. Let’s walk you through some of the main reasons why men and women experience hair loss.

A Family History of Hair Loss

The hereditary condition of male-pattern baldness and female-pattern baldness is the most common cause of hair loss and it occurs gradually as you age. This gene can be passed down from either your mother or father, but you’re more likely to inherit male/female-pattern baldness if both parents experience hair loss.

Hair Loss Due to Thyroid Problems

Hormonal imbalances from hyperthyroid (overactive thyroid) or hypothyroid (underactive thyroid),  can lead to hair loss. Hormones are needed to regulate various functions in the body, including hair growth. It’s important to take medicine to control the hormones in order for hair to grow back.

Excessive Heat & Styling

Daily use of the curling iron, hair straightener or blow dryer can severely break the hair which causes it to fall out. Chemicals like keratin treatments and coloring the hair are also major causes of hair loss, along with pulling the hair too tightly when making a ponytail.

Alopecia Areata

Alopecia Areata can develop within only a few days, leaving people with a few patches of hair loss. More often than not, treatment is not needed and a full recovery can take place just as suddenly as it occurred. Although there is no cure, treatments such as corticosteroids can suppress the immune system. There are also plenty of topical ointments available along with local injections provided by a doctor.

Medications That Can  Lead to Hair Loss

If you notice hair loss within two to four months after taking prescribed medication, you could potentially have Telogen Effluvium. With this condition, you may notice shedding between 30%-70% more than usual. Often common among people who are taking chemotherapy medication, there are several other medications that can lead to hair loss: 

• Acne medications
• Antifungal drugs & antibiotics
• Antidepressants
• Birth control pills
• Epilepsy drugs
• Steroids
• Weight loss drugs
• Mood stabilizers

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