THE BALD TRUTH ABOUT
HAIR LOSS
If you've noticed your hair thinning and started taking photos of bald spots while counting hair fall - continue reading and learn why it’s happening.
WHAT IS HAIR LOSS?
Hair loss, also known as alopecia, happens when hair stops growing or falls out more than usual.
It can show up as thinning hair, bald patches, or complete baldness on the scalp or other body parts.
50%
Male pattern baldness impacts approximately 50 percent of men, leading to a gradual thinning of hair and, in some cases, noticeable balding.
4 OUT OF 5
By the time men reach the age of 70, four out of five will experience some degree of baldness, with hair loss becoming a prevalent aspect of aging.
The shedding of hair is a natural part of the hair growth cycle, with individuals typically experiencing the loss of approximately 50-100 hairs daily.
The Causes
Alopecia is a general term for different types of hair loss, each with its own causes like genetics, autoimmune factors, hormonal changes, health conditions, medications, and more. When people mention hair loss, they could be talking about a particular kind of alopecia or a mix of factors causing it.
HEREDITARY?
Hereditary factors play a significant role in hair loss, often manifesting as androgenetic alopecia, commonly known as male-pattern baldness.
This type of hair loss is inherited and tends to follow a predictable pattern influenced by genetic predisposition.
Male pattern baldness accounts for more than 95% of hair loss in men.
AGE
As people age, it’s common for hair density and texture to change due to factors like androgenetic alopecia and hormonal shifts.
At some point, hair follicles stop growing, making the hair on our scalp thin.
As people age, they often experience some hair loss because hair growth slows down.
SCALP INFECTION?
Scalp infections can lead to hair loss, showing symptoms like scaly and inflamed areas. Small black dots on the scalp, indicating broken hair, are common signs.
In severe cases, it may cause bald spots by disrupting the hair growth cycle.
MEDICATIONS
Certain medications, as a side effect, may contribute to hair thinning or loss. Examples include chemotherapy drugs, anticoagulants, and some medications used to treat arthritis, depression, and high blood pressure.
On the flip side, medications can also be employed to address hair loss. the success of these medications can vary among individuals
SCALP PSORIASIS
Scalp psoriasis is a common occurrence among individuals dealing with plaque psoriasis, and it often becomes a contributing factor to hair loss. As a chronic skin condition, plaque psoriasis involves the formation of red, scaly patches on various parts of the body, including the scalp.
When psoriasis affects the scalp, it goes beyond the skin’s surface, impacting the hair follicles. This can disrupt the normal hair growth cycle and lead to thinning or loss of hair in areas affected by the psoriatic plaques.
THYROID DISEASE
Thyroid disease can cause noticeable hair loss, with symptoms like thinning and clumps of hair falling out during brushing.
Thyroid regulates body functions, including hair growth. When thyroid is not functioning optimally, it can disrupt the normal hair growth cycle, leading to excessive shedding and thinning of the hair.
Managing thyroid-related hair loss typically involves treating the underlying thyroid condition
MALE PATTERN BALDNESS
The Norwood scale, also called the Hamilton-Norwood scale, is the main way to measure how much hair a man has lost due to pattern baldness.
Men usually go through specific stages of hair loss over many years, and the Norwood scale uses simple images to show these stages.
The Norwood Scale is not a linear progression, and not everyone goes through all the stages.
THE MYTHS
Many myths surround hair loss, including misconceptions about when it happens, why it happens, and who it affects.
DIRECT SUN
Sunscreen – not just for skin, but for hair myths too!
MASTURBATION
The only thing your daily routine is affecting is your bedtime story choices.
NATURAL HIGH TESTOSTERONE
Being man enough is not a real cause of hair loss.
MOTHER
Dads might dodge blame for hair loss, but the truth is, you can inherit it from Mom or Dad.
HATS
Your favorite headgear is not on a mission to sabotage your follicle. But wash it regularly.
SHAMPOOING
No need to stage a protest against showers – shampooing won’t send your hair into exile.
TIME TO TAKE ACTION
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