The Main Reasons Behind Female Hair Loss Founded by American Academy of Dermatology

American Academy of Dermatology says that about 30 million women in the US are affected by some form of hair loss and it is a growing problem. When hair loss is severe it becomes more complex than a mere cosmetic concern and affects the self esteem of the sufferer profoundly. Hair loss in women may be due to many different reasons such chronic illness or just normal aging.

Female pattern hair loss normally starts at around age 30 though it is clearly visible only after menopause. Women losing hair due to a genetic problem is very rare. It is usually caused by hormonal imbalance during or after pregnancy, menopause, taking birth-control pills etc. Certain medications and use of harsh chemical shampoos, perming lotions, hair coloring agents, bleach, blow drying and even wrong combing and brushing.

Another theory explains the difference in female pattern hair loss is based on the angle of hair follicles and the sebum, a kind of oil produced by the scalp because of that. The angle of hair growth in females allows the sebum to flow off unlike in men the upward hair growth blocks this oil. Sebum causes baldness where hair does not grow again.

According to Dr.Ricardo Azziz of Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, hair loss is the only sign in women suffering form a common hormonal problem known as polycystic ovary syndrome.

Hair loss is visible in women with autoimmune disorder known as alopecia areata. This is an inflammatory condition that induces shedding of hair in patches and clumps. Some other causes are crash dieting or surgery. Improper care and harsh treatment to hair also can cause hair loss.

To sum up, it can be said that the causes of hair loss in women are varied and can be treated by addressing the underlying problem. Some causes are listed below.

1. Childbirth
2. Taking birth control pills or stopping the pills
3. Hepatic or renal problem
4. Liver or Thyroid problem
5. Anemia
6. Deficiency of Zinc or essential fatty acid
7. High fever
8. Drug related complication
9. Severe Stress
 

Whatever be the cause of hair loss it has to be investigated and treated by a trained dermatologist before it is too late.

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The Article is Published by Eric Mcneece for Seo Company India Brosis Solutions.