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The Most Common Cause Of Hair Loss?

by James Hunaban

If you are suffering from hair loss you can only try to find a remedy once you know exactly what is causing it. We all know that losing your hair is not a threat to your health, but it can and does cause problems with your psyche and your self-confidence. Baldness is very often a source of amusement to those with plenty of hair themselves, but the affected person rarely finds it a laughing matter.

One of the more common causes of hair loss is in your genes and is known as androgen ticalopecia; this hereditary hair loss can start at any time after the mid teen years, but normally takes hold before the age of forty.

Certain hair styles such as ponytails and braids can, on occasion, cause a degree of hair loss in women, because of the constant strain on the hair. Using too much heat and too many chemicals on your hair, like dyes, styling products, and blow dryers can cause damage to your hair and once again cause hair loss.

Iron deficiency in women can cause them to experience strands and even handfuls of hair going down the plughole when washing their hair. Speaking of iron deficiency, a study of women experiencing loss of hair which was carried out a few years ago identified iron deficiency as the primary reason for hair loss in around seventy percent of pre-menopausal women. . Another cause can be poor nutrition because the body will dole out nutrients to your vital organs first and your hair last.

Crash diets, hormonal changes and chemotherapy can cause hair loss, also medications like blood thinners and birth control pills are some more causes to consider. A stressful event or pregnancy can have the same effect, but may not become apparent until several months later.

Once the cause of hair loss has been properly diagnosed you will be in a position to choose a suitable form of treatment. If you have male pattern baldness then it might be best to accept it, and get on with life. Of course there are expensive treatments available, and you could investigate the pros and cons of Rogaine, hair transplants etc. It’s your call.