Medical information about Hair thinning & hair loss

Medical information about Hair thinning & hair loss Add15years.com Add15years.in Author: (Prof.) Dr.S. OmGoel, MD/DM From family of doctors from AIIMS, MAMC& Delhi University MDMedicine, USA DM/Fellowship, USA

Hair loss Hair loss in women is just that - when a woman experiences unexpected, heavy loss of hair. ❖ Generally, humans shed between 50 and 100 single hairs per day.

Hair shedding is part of a natural balance some hair fall out while others grow in. ❖ When the balance is interrupted - when hair falls out and less hair grows in - hair loss happens. ❖ Hair loss is different than hair shedding. www.add15years.com www.add15years.in

Medicines for the Hair Loss 1. Minoxidil The Food and Drug Administration approves Minoxidil to treat hair loss.

Sold under the name Rogaine, as well as other generic brands, people can purchase topical Minoxidil over-thecounter. ❖ Minoxidil is safe for both males and females, and people report a high satisfaction rate after using it. www.add15years.com www.add15years.in

2. Light therapy ❖ Low-level light therapy may not be sufficient treatment for hair loss on its own, but it may act to amplify the effects of other hair loss treatments, such as minoxidil.

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3. Hormone therapy ❖ If hormone imbalances due to menopause, for example, cause hair loss, doctors may recommend some form of hormone therapy to correct them. ❖ Some possible treatments include birth control pills and hormone replacement therapy for either estrogen or progesterone. www.add15years.com www.add15years.in

4. Use hair loss shampoos ❖ Some minor hair loss may happen due to clogged pores on the scalp. ❖ Using medicated shampoos designed to clear the pores from dead skin cells may help promote healthy hair.

❖ This may help clear minor signs of hair loss. www.add15years.com www.add15years.in

5. Eat a nutritious diet ❖ Eating a healthful diet may support normal hair growth, as well. ❖ Typically, a healthful diet will contain a wide variety of foods, including many different vegetables and fruits. ❖ These provide many essential nutrients and compounds that help keep skin and hair healthy. www.add15years.com www.add15years.in

Age for the hair growth and loss As you hit your 40s and 50s, hair loss becomes more common.

For most women, genetics are to blame.

Once menopause hits, hot flashes start, and hair loss accelerates.

Genetics and hormones aside, consequences of traumatic hair care practices tend to catch up with us in these decades. www.add15years.com www.add15years.in

1. Genetics ❖ The most common reason for hair loss in both men and women is genetics. ❖ You can inherit the genes for hair loss from one or both of your parents. In women, hereditary hair loss usually starts after the age of 40. Roughly 40% of women have detectable hair loss by the age of 50. ❖ And less than half of women get through life with a full head of hair. www.add15years.com www.add15years.in

2. Menopause ❖ Menopause naturally happens at an average age of 49 to 51 years. ❖ Once menopause starts, a dramatic drop in estrogen levels causes hair to become thinner (especially at the top and sides of the scalp) and grow more slowly.

❖ Some women will also notice more facial hair. menopause makes it worse. www.add15years.com www.add15years.in

3. Medical conditions ❖ Medical conditions can cause or contribute to hair loss.

❖ Hypothyroidism, anemia, and nutritional deficiencies are more common in older age and can cause hair loss.

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The nutrients especially important for hair growth are: ❖ Vitamin D ❖ Vitamin B12 ❖ Zinc

❖ Iron

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