No More Hair Loss Problem

Hair loss is a medical problem which usually affects the scalp. In medical terms, it is known as ‘Alopecia Areata’ and is characterized by swift hair loss typically from one side of the head more than the other. It is different from male pattern baldness which occurs due to heredity factors.

Causes of hair loss

Alopecia areata is mainly caused due to an attack of the immune system on the hair follicles. In biopsy reports of affected skin samples, immune cells have been found inside the hair follicles where normally they should not be present. The cause behind this is still not clear. However this hair loss problem is also connected with other auto immune conditions such as, allergic disorders, thyroid disease vitiligo lupus, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis etc.

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Given the hectic work schedules and busy lifestyles, so many people suffer from stress today. In a situation where there never is enough time to complete life’s basic tasks, certain life events like getting a new job, moving to a new place, death of a loved one, divorce etc. can create very high levels of anxiety.

All this takes a toll on our crowning glory, not only making our hair dull and lifeless but also making them fall off at an alarming rate. This sudden and speedy hair loss due to stress is called ‘Telogen Effluvium’ in medical terms.

Among all the different hair loss reasons, stress occupies the top most place. Stress stops the hair follicles from producing new hair, thereby making them relapse into their resting phase. The hair follicles then tend to remain like this for months afterwards and also during this period.

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