Ringworm
In most situations, the first thing that comes to mind when you think of hair loss is adult men. Although they are the most prone to hair loss, teens can also be subjected to it as well. One of the causes is a condition known as tinea capitis, also called ringworm. When this takes place, a fungus is contracted which causes hair to fall out in patches in the shape of a circle. It is also accompanied with scaling and itchiness.
Diet
In order for hair to be healthy and shiny, the diet has to be clean and have the right nutrients. If the diet is extremely low in protein, vitamins and minerals, hair can fall out. Vegetarians, athletes and teens who suffer from eating disorders like bulimia and anorexia have a tendency to lose hair.
Medications
Medications are used to treat symptoms of a condition that has overtaken the body. Although they are generally effective, they always come with side effects. Medications that are used for bipolar disorder, acne, weight loss and cancer can all cause hair loss.
Hormones
Hormones serve many purposes in the body. They help with metabolism, they regulate body temperature, they are involved with the digestive process and they also control moods. When hormones are out of balance as in the case of thyroid disease or diabetes, for example, hair loss can occur. A hormone imbalance that causes polycystic ovarian syndrome in teen females can also cause hair loss.
Traction
Sometimes the hair of teens is under constant stress from dyes, bleaches, perms, pulling, combing and curling. All of these daily repetitive actions can place the hair under a lot of scrutiny and cause it to fall out. Under normal circumstances, this hair loss is only temporary, but when the hair is pulled back really tight from the scalp, a condition called traction alopecia can develop and the hair loss can then be permanent.
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