Sparse and lifeless hair is one of the most common problems, which is especially relevant in the spring, during beriberi. Summer becomes an ideal time to make up for the lack of vitamins and minerals, which in combination can be obtained from ripe and fresh vegetables, berries and fruits, as well as to restore the beauty and health of hair. Moreover, on the eve of the holidays, it is necessary to put in order not only the figure, but also the hair.

Today we will try to find out the causes and types of excessive hair loss, which will suggest treatment options.

Hair loss in the language of scientists sounds like “alopecia”. Experts regard alopecia as a natural phenomenon for the renewal of the scalp. Hair falls out absolutely in all people, because in this way the body replaces dead cells with new ones. If the renewal of the hair occurs with the frequency that 60-100 hairs per day remain on the comb, the trichologist sees no reason for concern. When the hair falls out daily (regardless of weather conditions, season, state of health, etc.), and literally in bunches, an urgent consultation with a specialist and proper therapy are necessary. After all, only an experienced professional will be able to determine the cause of temporary or pathological (baldness) hair loss, which directly affects the treatment.

So, consider the main causes of hair loss.

Skin diseases. Weaken hair follicles and provoke hair loss such ailments as dermatitis (skin inflammation), seborrhea (increased sebum secretion), anemia (anemia) and beriberi. In such cases, the cells do not receive proper nutrition (oxygen and trace elements), which shortens their life.

Infectious diseases. Influenza, pneumonia, scarlet fever and other ailments of infectious origin weaken the immune system, which is also felt by the hair follicles. Therefore, after recovery within 5-10 weeks, the patient may experience profuse hair loss. This phenomenon usually ends after 3 months.

Pathology of internal organs. Baldness is typical for cancer patients, as well as for people suffering from tuberculosis, syphilis, etc. The fact is that in such cases, the activity of all cells of the body decreases. Catastrophic hair loss, which is also observed in diabetes mellitus, is one of the signs of diseases of the endocrine glands, in particular – dysfunction of the thyroid gland.

Hormonal changes. Experts say that men are more prone to baldness compared to their beautiful companions, who lose their gorgeous curls only during pregnancy and menopause. The restructuring of hormones is reflected not only in the work of the organs of the reproductive system and reproductive function, but also in the appearance of a woman. For example, scientists have proven that the female hormone estrogen strengthens the hair follicles, and the male hormone androgen shortens the life of the hair. Therefore, baldness in men is predetermined by nature, while sparse hair in lovely ladies is a sign of insufficient estrogen production. Accordingly, it is important to take hormonal drugs (including birth control pills) as directed by your doctor.

Nervous disorders. Constant emotional stress, frequent stress, neurosis and deep depression negatively affect not only the mental, but also the external state. Excitation and apathy contribute to the narrowing of blood vessels, which makes it difficult for blood circulation and the supply of oxygen and vital substances to the hair follicles. Prolonged stress slows down cell renewal and hair growth, increasing the number of gray strands.

Reaction to drugs. Contraceptives, blood pressure medications, diuretics, antidepressants, steroids among various side effects are noted for hair loss. Therefore, before you start taking medications for this purpose, you need to consult your doctor.

genetic predisposition. It is not without reason that hair is called the natural wealth of a person and a gift from parents. Trichologists and hairdressers claim that 90% of hair health (thickness, strength, volume, shine, growth) depends on heredity and only 10% depends on care, lifestyle, diseases, habitat, etc.

Hair care. Of course, every person wants to look irresistible, using for this the technical capabilities of hairdressing, cosmetic preparations and the imagination of the master. Frequent mechanical perm, a radical change in the color of the hair, daily hot styling, the constant use of massive hairpins and hairpieces, as well as extension weakens the follicles, making the curls dull, sparse and lifeless. Therefore, even in the decor and the search for an individual image, it is important to know when to stop. If a creative person does not want to give up experiments with hair, or if an artistic profession requires it, you need to remember about the constant balance of vitamins and minerals.

Climatic conditions. The habitat has a direct impact not only on the well-being of a person, but also on the external state. Headwear will help maintain the health and beauty of hairstyles, which will save curls from the vagaries of nature: gusty winds, acid rain, snowstorms, and scorching sun rays. By the way, radiation exposure (as well as X-ray exposure) provokes partial or complete baldness.

In addition to the above probable reasons for the rapid loss of hair, experts call heavy metal poisoning as another prerequisite for hair loss, which can be of 3 types:

alopecia areata (focal) alopecia: hair loss is observed in a specific area of ​​​​the head, which can be facilitated by frequent stressful situations, emotional outbursts and hormonal failure;

diffuse (symptomatic) alopecia: in other words, sparse hair, which is a symptom of a disease (for example, anemia), beriberi; predominantly occurs in women – during pregnancy, immediately after childbirth and during menopause;

androgenetic alopecia: a typically male disease associated with the activity of male sex hormones androgens; much less often, doctors note such an ailment among the representatives of the beautiful half of humanity, in whom, due to excessive production of androgens, hair thins in the temples and at the crown.

As you can see, there are many reasons for hair loss. Only a professional can accurately determine the cause and type of alopecia, as well as prescribe an effective treatment. So, each person has a chance to transform and restore beauty.