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Hair loss, not always to worry-Beauty

Monday, May 23, 2022 08:55 AM (GMT+7)

Hair loss is natural and normal, unless it affects your work or social presence.

In the last few years, the problem of hair loss has even appeared in Bollywood movies. The heroes in these movies go through various adventures trying to keep their hair intact. While humorous, these films accurately reflect society’s views on early baldness.

In addition, the main character’s state of mind when suffering from hair loss is described quite accurately – starting from a mere lack of confidence until fear completely affects daily life.

Dr Sejal Saheta, a famous Indian dermatologist, shared: ‘Hair and hair grow everywhere on human skin except the palms and soles. But many of the fibers are so fine that they are barely visible. The average adult head has about 100,000 to 150,000 hairs and loses up to 100 hairs per day. So finding a few stray hairs on your comb is not necessarily a cause for alarm.

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Hair loss is a natural process.

Hair loss, in this sense, is a natural process and part of the hair growth cycle. Our hair grows in 3 phases, namely anagen (growth phase), catagen (resting phase) and telogen (shedding phase). As the telogen phase of the cycle becomes much faster than the anagen phase, you begin to see the effects of hair loss, reduced hair density, or bald patches begin to appear.

What are the different types of hair loss?

1. Androgenetic alopecia: This is commonly referred to as male or female pattern baldness. It is genetic in nature and is usually formed as a person ages.

2. Telogen Effluvium: This is when acute hair loss occurs suddenly. The reasons for this can vary widely, from stress to reduced diet to many other reasons.

3. Areata alopecia: Patients with this condition develop bald spots not only on the scalp but sometimes also on the beard. This is an autoimmune condition caused by stress.

4. Scar hair loss: This is irreversible hair loss, which can be caused by burns or some skin disease and cannot be treated.

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Spotting a few stray hairs on a comb is not necessarily a cause for alarm.

When should you worry about hair loss?

‘The most common type of hair loss, specifically Androgenetic Alopecia (male and female pattern hair loss) is generally a gradual process, hair loss can be slow at first but gradually increases. In this case, the best thing to do is to monitor the hair growth pattern on your head,’ Dr Saheta said.

It is interesting to note that for men and women, the pattern of hair loss can be fundamentally different and therefore, one should consider the variations below before jumping to the conclusion that they are experiencing hair loss.

Dermatologists use a different scale to rate hair loss in women. The most commonly used scales are the Ludwig score and the SInclair scale for alopecia areata. These scales define hair loss based on a perceptible thinning of the hair on the crown, which becomes more apparent as the hair is separated from the center.

Who should you see if you suspect you have hair loss?

Saheta suggests seeing a dermatologist, who can really determine the extent of your hair loss and the right treatment. It is best to check the exact medical qualifications of your treating doctor before seeing them.

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Dermatologists use a different scale to rate hair loss in women.

Treatment options if you are diagnosed with hair loss

Your dermatologist will generally follow the following treatment: The first action is to improve your lifestyle. This includes reducing smoking, improving diet, exercise patterns, etc.

The treating dermatologist can also prescribe minoxidil-based medications that can aid in hair growth and also prescribe certain medications that affect hormone levels and thus slow hair loss.

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To reduce hair loss, the first action is to improve your lifestyle.

Dr. Saheta notes that hair loss is natural and normal, unless it affects your work or social presence. You should not take drastic steps. Accepting natural physiology is probably the best solution to most cosmetic problems, including hair loss.

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