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HAIRFALL PROBLEM /Alopecia

Introduction

  • Hair loss (alopecia) can affect just your scalp or your entire body, and it can be temporary or permanent. 
  • It can be the result of heredity, hormonal changes, medical conditions or a normal part of aging. 
  • Anyone can lose hair on their head, but it's more common in men.

Causes

  • Hereditary hair loss / Androgenic Alopecia - 
Both men and women develop this type of hair loss , which is the most common cause of hair loss worldwide.
  • Age - 
With age, most people notice some hair loss because the hair growth slows.
  • Alopecia areata - 
It is a disease that develops when body's immune system attacks the hair follicles causing hair loss.

  • Cancer treatment
Chemotherapy or Radiation treatment to head and neck region may cause all or most of your hair to fall out within a few weeks of starting treatment.

  • Childbirth, Illnesses or Other Stressers
  • Hair Care
If you color, perm or relax your hair, you could be damaging your hair. Over time, this damage can lead to hair loss.

  • Hairstyle pulls on your scalp / Traction Alopecia
If you often wear your hair tightly pulled back, the continual pulling can lead to permanent hair loss

  • Hormonal imbalance
  • Scalp infection
  • Medication
  • Scalp psoriasis
  • Pulling your hair / Trichotillomania
  • Scarring Alopecia
When inflammation destroys hair follicles, the hair cannot grow.

  • Sexually transmitted infection
  • Thyroid disease
  • Too little biotin, iron, protein, or zinc
  • Friction from boots, socks, tight clothing
  • Poison
Poison that can induce hair loss are arsenic, thallium, mercury, lithium.

Homoeopathic treatment for Hairfall
  • Arnica montana 
  • China Off.
  • Lycopodium
  • Acid phos.
  • Selenium 
  • Calcaria carb.
  • Thuja
  • Natrum mur.
  • Phosphorus
  • Baryta Carb
  • Phosphorus
  • sepia
Importance of having healthy hairs
  • Hair care is important for not only our appearance, but also for our overall hygiene. Having healthy hair allows us to look our best and ensure our hair and scalp is healthy.
  • Hair acts as an indicator of your overall body health. If you're not getting enough vitamins or nutrients, you may find that your hair is brittle or breaks easily.
Tips for healthy hairs
  • Trim hair regularly
  • Use appropriate Shampoo
  • Be gentle
  • Eat right
  • Avoid frequent colouring, too much heat exposure
  • Don't worry be happy
  • Nourish your scalp