Common Reasons for Hair Loss in Women and Men

Everyone experience the problem of hair fall on a daily basis. On average, every person loses 50 to 100 strands on hair every day which is normal. But if you experiencing hair fall problem in excess than you have to get hair loss treatment. We have mentioned some common reasons for hair loss.

• Poor diet

Your hair also needs food for growth which is in the form of nutrients and vitamins. The hair follicles will be strong and healthy if they are getting proper blood flow throughout the scalp. If your diet does not include green vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, and beans, then the hair will become. Due to this, they will start falling out and also become very thin.

• Excess Intake of Vitamin A

If your body gets Vitamin A in excess than it also triggers this problem because of supplements and medications. On average, it is recommended to have only 5000 (IU) International units for adults and kids (over the age of 4) in a day. Once you decrease the amount of Vitamin A the problem can be solved.

• Hereditary

The issue can be hereditary also which means someone in your family had this problem and now it is passed on to you. In the case of women, the problem starts with having a problem when their partnering gets wider and the hair become excessively thin. In the case of men, the problem starts with receding hairline. In this case, you should take over-the-counter medications like minoxidil and rogaine to treat the problem.

• Anemia

Many women face the problem of iron deficiency and because of that, they are suffering from anemia. Additionally, this is also the prime cause for hair fall. You should visit the doctor and then will examine the problem by taking a blood test. You should start taking an iron supplement to prevent the problem.

• Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism is basically a medical term given for underactive thyroid gland.  The gland is located in the neck and it produces hormones which are essential for growth as well as developed for the immune system. If not, then it can create issue can eventually lead to thinning of hair and hair fall. The problem can be prevented by taking synthetic thyroid medication.  

• Antidepressants and blood thinners

Sometimes taking certain medications or prolonged use of drugs can lead to this problem. Some of them are blood thinners, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (ibuprofen), lithium (for bipolar disorder), and methotrexate (used to treat rheumatic conditions and skin conditions). You should talk to your doctor, either they will lower the dose or suggest some other medicine.

In case if the problem in getting in excess than the doctor will suggest the treatment of hair transplant for regrowth of hair.