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A Guide to Female Hair Lossby: Josh Riverside
Hair loss usually occurs because of hormonal factors. As a consequence, biological
events like puberty, pregnancy and menopause that effect female hormone levels
can also cause female hair loss. In the case of pregnancy, hair loss is simply
a consequence of the stress the body undergoes during labor and should stop approximately
6 months after birth. Discontinuation of taking birth control pills can also
cause temporary female hair loss.
The most common type of female hair loss is androgenetic alopecia or female-pattern
baldness. This type of hair loss is associated with hair thinning predominantly
over the sides and top of the head. Female hair loss affects about one-third
of all susceptible women and usually onsets after menopause although it can begin
earlier.
Other causes of female hair loss include dieting. Rapid weight loss over a short
period of time promotes hair loss and some supplements such as excessive vitamin
A also contribute to hair loss. Physical and emotional stress can cause hair
loss but this usually only occurs when the trauma is excessive and of a long
duration. Everyday stress does not promote hair loss.
Some common myths related to female hair loss are that frequent washing and shampooing,
and wearing of wigs and hats all cause hair loss. In addition, rumors abound
that permanents, coloring, and other cosmetic treatments can cause permanent
hair loss. Other myths are that brushing your hair everyday will create healthier
hair, that shaving your head will cause hair to grow back thicker, and that stress
causes permanent hair loss. Finally, other myths are that there is a cure for
female-pattern baldness and that dandruff causes permanent hair loss.
These are just a few common myths associated with female hair loss. If you experience
excessive hair loss, you should see a licensed dermatologist for a thorough diagnosis
and treatment options.
About the Author:
Thank you to Josh Riverside for this informative article.
DeepCoveBC.com would like to thank the author for this article.
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