With a few simple tips, changes in lifestyle and the use of proven remedies, women can prevent hair loss from occurring or restore what was, once, a beautiful head of hair. Various causes of hair loss in women include emotional issues, medical issues, lifestyle choices and heredity. Whatever the cause, treatments involving medications, avoidance and a few lifestyle changes can help prevent any further hair loss.
Description
Female hair loss, also known as female pattern baldness, or alopecia, happens to about a third of the female population. You will notice your hair thinning at first. Hair loss usually starts at the top of your head with a noticeable bald area where you part your hair. Another area of hair loss may be at the sides of your head. Women tend to keep their hairline and do not lose hair near the forehead.
The "Root" Cause
According to the Mayo Clinic, there are a number of reasons why your hair might become thin or fall out. Medications can affect your hair growth, as can infections or diseases, such as diabetes and lupus. Psychological disorders, such as hair pulling, can cause you to lose significant amounts of hair. Some autoimmune diseases can cause your hair to become thin and fall out. Illnesses and hormonal changes are yet a few more reasons for the loss of your hair. Poor nutrition is a big culprit, as are chemicals used to treat hair, such as those found in dyes and perms. Last, emotional or physical stress can lead to the loss of your hair as well.
Hair Analysis
Hair loss can be permanent or temporary. Some temporary conditions may be corrected simply by discontinuing whatever it is that is causing the problem. Certain medications can be changed if they are causing you hair loss, and perhaps a hair dye or perm solution could be found that is not so harsh. Psychological counseling for a hair pulling disorder may help the problem. Although it is easier said than done, reducing stress in your life may have a profound effect on your hair loss as well. Other problems may need medication to be corrected.
Solutions
A well balanced diet is key to keeping a good healthy head of hair. However, if this doesn't do the trick, there is a product on the market that can help you restore, or at least halt, any further hair loss. Minoxidil is the most popular and most effective product available (as of September 2010). This medication is typically used to treat hair loss due to autoimmune diseases, but will work for most hair loss problems. It is rubbed into the scalp daily; however, it will only work as long as you use it.
Prevention
Short of any disease or disorder, women can prevent hair loss by treating hair with kindness. Too much pulling or playing with it can stress the roots and cause it to fall out. Let it air dry instead of using a blow dryer. Gently squeeze the water out of your hair with a towel, and avoid pulling your hair back into tight braids, buns or ponytails.
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