Hair loss prevention is important to most of us. The hair sheds as a natural way of replenishing the old hair with new ones. It is normal to shed fifty to a hundred strands of hair a day.
However, if the hair sheds more than the normal number of strands that should be shed, the problem is noticable hair loss.
Hair loss can be caused by several factors such as age, stress, nutritional deficiencies, medical treatment such as radiation treatments, diseases such as ringworm, menopausal stage for women and other factors.
There are several ways to treat hair loss although the treatment will also depend on the cause of hair loss.
For hair loss which results from stress, the hair will just grow back after the stress period has passed. During the hair loss period, if the shedding of hair is severe, the patient may use wigs or hair extensions or hair styles which will cover the affected area which has suffered from severe hair loss.
Hair loss is also most likely to happen if you are following a diet that lacks proper nutrition which is needed by the hair to grow healthy. Hair loss caused by nutritional deficiencies can be treated by following a diet which is rich in vitamins and minerals.
Hair loss can also treated by taking drugs such as Rogaine and Procerin which are approved to treat hair loss.
Natural remedies such as Aloe Vera and coconut milk can also be used to treat hair loss.
If hair loss is really severe, the patient can choose to undergo a hair transplant. Hair transplants are a bit costly but if the procedure is done properly, the results are almost the same as the natural hair.
Although there are treatments for the causes of hair loss, it is still better if you would prevent hair loss.
Choosing the right kind of shampoo, having a well balanced diet and proper hair care are just some ways to prevent hair loss. Choose only a mild shampoo which best suits your hair. Instead of rubbing the hair, gently pat it dry with towel as rubbing the hair might cause breakage.
Follow a diet which is rich in vitamins, protein and minerals as it is needed by the hair to grow healthy. Also, avoid wearing tight braids or weaves as it can also cause hair loss. Wearing tight hairstyles may irritate the scalp which can result to hair loss.
Avoid washing the hair with strongly formulated hair products as might also cause hair loss. A hair product with natural ingredients and vitamins is preferable to be used. Too much treatment on the hair can also cause hair loss.
If you are planning to have your hair undergo these treatments, make sure that the person who will do the treatment has knowledge and experience in doing the treatment as it will affect the condition of your hair.
If you shed hair more than the normal number of strands that must shed, it is better if you would seek the advice of the doctor.
It is comforting to know that hair loss prevention is possible today.
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