Petrified by the daily sight of hair strands on bathroom or house floors and your pillow
covers? Hair falling out is normal but it can get quite disturbing. Every human being on
Earth experiences hair fall daily. However, falling
out of hair strands can be worrisome when it leads to substantial hair loss.
As per Dr. Harshita Kothari , dermatologist in Indore at Skinpuritys Dermatology & Aesthetics,
‘Normally, each hair follicle goes through
a first longer growth phase (anagen) and then through a shorter resting phase (catagen). In
the catagen phase, the hair follicles get inactive but still are attached to the skin.
Following this phase, the hair follicles enter
the telogen phase wherein the hair starts to shed and make a place for new hair to grow.
Hair fall becomes a concern when the normal hair growth cycle gets disrupted and most hair
follicles enter the telogen phase.’
Coming up next is everything that you must know about hair fall concerns. Keep
reading to get a detailed picture in mind about hair fall and also answers to common
questions related to hair fall and hair fall treatment in
Indore.
What is hair fall?
Hair fall is a significantly common natural occurrence in our daily life that goes unnoticed
when every hair follicle goes through a normal hair growth cycle. It is normal to have
50-100 hair strands falling out and getting replaced
with new, healthy hair daily. But, hair fall is unusual when it happens suddenly or
excessively. Hair fall can be a cause of worry for most people. It can affect them to
varying degrees at some point in their lives.
Is hair fall temporary or permanent?
For the majority of people, hair fall is a temporary concern. But, for some hair fall is a
long-lived, gradually progressing or worsening condition. If any one is looking for hair loss treatment in
Indore, they
can consult the hair fall expert, Dr. Harshita Kothari ,
at Skinpuritys Dermatology & Aesthetics. She can advise one with the best hair fall
solutions that help reverse hair loss and hair fall.
What factors determine the hair growth pattern and shedding of hair
follicles?
Genetics plays a role in deciding one’s hair growth pattern and ageing is responsible
for hair shedding. With advancing age, hair follicles may get weak and stop generating new
hair or remain inactive for a long time, resulting
in more hair thinning and scalp visibility.
Why does my hair fall out?
Hair fall can have many potential causes. These include:
- Genetics- Androgenetic alopecia or patchy hair loss can happen in both
males and females who have their elders with records of hair fall/loss.
- Hormonal fluctuations- More androgen and less estrogen in females at
the time of puberty, pregnancy, menopause, or while taking oral contraceptives can lead
to hair fall. Thyroid disorders can disrupt hormone
levels and affect hair growth at its root. The fallen hair strands may not be replaced
by new hair growth.
- Stress- During stress, cortisol hormone is produced in excess which can
lead to hair fall. Alopecia areata is a stress-induced hair loss.
- Nutritional Deficiencies- The quality and quantity of hair can get
affected if there is prolonged neglect of vitamins, minerals, and a protein-rich
diet.
- Tight hairstyles or hair treatments with chemicals and heated tools.
- Side effects of certain medications like antidepressants, mood stabilisers, and
antidepressants
- Medical illness- These include certain autoimmune conditions, cancer,
arthritis, and heart problems
- Scalp conditions like fungal scalp infections or trauma/injury to the head
- Pollution- Air pollutants can damage hair strands and cause their
breakage.
One needs the help of a dermatologist in Indore to determine the root cause of
their hair fall. To learn more on hair regrowth treatment options, ways to reverse baldness
and to learn more on ways to stop hair fall,
contact the experts at Skinpuritys Dermatology & Aesthetics.
When to consult a dermatologist for hair fall?
If hair is turning thinner, the area is becoming wider, the hairline has changed, or there
are one or more bald spots/patches, you are experiencing hair fall and so you must consult a
dermatologist and hair fall treatment doctor
in Indore to learn more on the best solution for hair fall or treat hair loss.
How do doctors diagnose hair fall problems?
Doctors diagnose the definite cause of hair fall/loss based on medical history, nutritional
status, patient’s current medication intake, lifestyle, hairdressing habits, and
patient’s physical examination of the patient.
If the doctor suspects any fungal scalp infection, he may take a sample for lab testing. To
check for any s-e-x-hormone imbalance, medical illness, iron deficiency, or a thyroid
problem, the doctor will probably ask for blood
tests.
What are the most effective treatment options for hair fall?
Growth factor therapy- In this treatment, pl-at-elet-enriched pla-s-ma is
extracted from the patient’s blood. Then the natural hair growth factors derived from
pl-at-elet are superficially injected into the
hair roots to strengthen the hair roots, encourage hair growth, and even thicken the hair
follicles.
Contact the hair loss
treatment doctor in Indore to learn more on heavy hair fall solutions and treatment
options.
Mesotherapy- It involves the administration of a mixture of vitamins,
minerals, amino acids, some medications, and other ingredients necessary for hair growth in
the mesoderm of the scalp.
Microneedling- Scalp micro-needling can be done to create multiple
micro-injuries in the scalp skin to boost collagen remodelling and also improve absorption
of hair growth-promoting solutions like pl-at-elet
-rich pla-s-ma.
Do hair fall treatments work the same for all hair types?
There are many hair fall treatment options available for excessive hair fall and other hair
fall problems. The doctors decide on the best hair fall treatment in Indore at Skinpuritys
Dermatology & Aesthetics based on the type of
hair loss and its severity and not on the type of hair- wavy, straight, or curly.
Can I prevent my hair fall?
Hair fall can be prevented by incorporating the following tips into your lifestyle:
- Have a healthy, nourishing diet. Have meals rich in vitamins, minerals, and
proteins.
- Practise a proper hair care routine. Avoid hair fall by washing the head with cold
or lukewarm water. Do not comb wet hair as they are prone to breakage. Stop using hair
chemical-based hair products as these weaken hair
strength. Regularly trim hair to avoid split ends and control hair fall. Avoid regular
use of heating products like hair straighteners/curlers or hair dryers.
- Get indulged in stress-relieving techniques like practising yoga and meditation to
encourage healthy hair growth.
- Avoid having bad lifestyle habits like smoking and alcohol consumption as these
can exacerbate hair fall/loss.
If one is looking for a heavy hair fall solutions, healthy ways to learn more on how
to reduce hair fall for women, and hair fall
treatment cost in Indore consult the hair loss experts at Skinpuritys Dermatology
& Aesthetics.
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