Premature hair loss is a common problem for men and women. It’s a problem because your hair is a significant part of your physical attractiveness. It’s also a problem because hair loss can be caused by a wide variety of conditions that may require a specialized medical approach.
Hair loss can be a great source of anxiety. You may worry that it is a sign of a serious health problem. Or you may be you feel uncomfortable in public with thin or no hair.
If you think your hair has started falling earlier than normal, it may well be premature hair loss. Below are the most commonly asked questions on the topic.
Q: What is premature hair loss?
A: Premature hair loss or hair thinning is hair loss that occurs before the age of 30.
Q: What are the most common causes of premature hair loss?
A: Female pattern hair loss, also known as androgenetic alopecia, is the most common cause of hair loss in women. Other common causes are thyroid disorders, PCOS, autoimmune conditions, and medications (such as chemotherapy and birth control pills).
Q: Is premature hair loss genetic?
A: It is considered to be. Some people are more susceptible to genetic causes of hair loss, but it doesn’t mean that they are stuck with it. There are many things you can do to reduce the effects of genetic hair loss. For this, you need to visit a professional.
Q: What percent of women suffer from premature hair loss?
A: More than 25 percent of American women will experience some degree of hair loss by the time they reach 40.
Q: What causes premature hair loss?
A: Premature hair loss is caused by genetics, stress, health problems, some medications, certain hair dyes, some hair treatments, some hair-care products, poor nutrition, hair styling, some hair-care regimens, and some medical conditions.
Q: Is premature hair loss permanent?
A: Premature hair loss is permanent.
Q: What is the best way to treat premature hair loss?
A: The best way to treat premature hair loss is to stop the cause, if possible. If premature hair loss is caused by genetics, for example, there is little that can be done.
Q: Is treatment for premature hair loss effective?
A: Treatment for premature hair loss is not effective if the cause is not properly addressed.
Q: How do I prevent premature hair loss?
A: To prevent premature hair loss, you should avoid stress, adopt a healthy lifestyle, eat foods rich in nutrients, maintain a healthy weight, and avoid smoking, excessive drinking, and some medical conditions.
Q: What is male-pattern baldness?
A: Male-pattern baldness is a genetic condition caused by a combination of both genetics and the environment. It causes hair to thin, become finer, and recede from the temples and back of the head.
Q: What is female-pattern baldness?
A: Female-pattern baldness is hair loss from the top of the head, from the back of the head, and from the front of the head.
Q: Can female-pattern baldness be treated?
A: Female-pattern baldness cannot be treated, but it can be slowed down with the help of a hair-care professional.
Q: Is female-pattern baldness permanent?
A: Yes, both female and male-pattern baldnesses are permanent.
Q: What causes female-pattern baldness?
A: Female-pattern baldness is caused by genetics, stress, health problems, some medications, certain hair dyes, some hair treatments, some hair-care products, poor nutrition, hair styling, some hair-care regimens, and some medical conditions.
Q: What causes male-pattern baldness?
A: Male-pattern baldness is caused by genetics, stress, health problems, some medications, certain hair dyes, some hair treatments, some hair-care products, poor nutrition, hair styling, some hair-care regimens, and some medical conditions.
Q: Can male-pattern baldness be treated?
A: Male-pattern baldness cannot be treated, but it can be slowed down with the help of a hair-care professional.
Q: Can male-pattern baldness and female-pattern baldness be prevented?
A: Yes. Male-pattern baldness can be prevented by avoiding the known factors that contribute to it. Female-pattern baldness can be prevented by taking steps to prevent or stop it.
Q: Does baldness run in families?
A: Yes. Male-pattern baldness usually runs in families.
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