Causes of Alopecia
Hair loss is also known as alopecia. It not only affects your scalp but can also affect other areas of the body. Alopecia can be further divided into androgenic alopecia (female or male pattern baldness), alopecia areata, telogen effluvium, cicatricial alopecia, and traumatic alopecia. Amongst these, alopecia areata is one of the most common types of hair loss. It causes the hair to fall out in circular patches. This condition occurs when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the hair follicles. The more severe the immune system attack, the more hair loss one will face. With early diagnosis, any type of hair loss can be managed better.
The condition of the hair is an indicator of internal health. There can be more than 40 different reasons for hair problems. Similarly, depending on the cause of alopecia, hair can grow back or even fall out permanently. Some of the possible causes of alopecia are as follows:
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Genes and Hormones:
If there is an increase in the levels of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a male sex hormone, it binds with the hair follicles. As a result, it weakens the follicles and affects the hair growth cycle. In some cases, it can also be an indicator of PCOS. This hormonal imbalance can cause hair thinning and loss of hair.
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Stress:
Telogen effluvium, a type of alopecia, can be triggered by stress. Hair loss induced by stress is caused when the white blood cells attack the hair follicles. Stress can cause hair fall to happen suddenly or over a period of time.
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Nutrition:
Lack of nutrition and unhealthy or crash dieting can lead to hair loss. Lower levels of vitamin D have been directly linked to auto-immune diseases including alopecia. The deficiency of iron could also cause alopecia.
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Thyroid Problem:
The thyroid gland controls metabolism-related hormones. Over or lower functioning of this gland can cause hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism, which in turn can trigger hair loss.
While anyone can get alopecia, the chances are greater in people who have a family history of alopecia or suffer from asthma, anaemia, allergies or thyroid problems
Signs and Symptoms of Alopecia
There are different types of alopecia, ranging from mild to severe hair loss. The symptoms of alopecia are as mentioned below:
- Coin shaped smooth patches
- Hair that easily falls out
- Loss of hair on the entire body
- Diffusion of hair in parts
If left untreated, it may lead to complete loss of scalp hair (alopecia totalis) or complete loss of body hair (alopecia universalis.)
Alopecia Treatment in Homeopathy
With several hair loss treatment options available, choosing the right treatment can be a difficult task. According to The Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Innovation, in an experimental study conducted; patients seeking homeopathic medicine for alopecia showed relevant improvements that persisted for the observed 12 month period. Homeopathy is effective for hair fall treatment. It is prescribed after a thorough study of the patient’s case history. With the right diagnosis of the type of hair loss, a hair treatment that is safe and natural can be planned out. Homeopathic medicines tackle the underlying root cause and stimulate hair growth naturally. It is proven to inhibit the activity of 5 alpha-reductase (key enzyme in the formation of DHT). Thus, they are effective in treating alopecia without side-effects. With a success rate of 96.6%, as authenticated by the American Quality Assessors, Dr Batra’s is a trusted name in treating all hair problems. Simply worrying about hair loss can just make the condition worse. Instead, consult our team of expert homeopathic doctors for an effective and long-lasting solution. Book an appointment with us: www.drbatras.com/book-an-appointment.
Also read: Can alopecia areata be treated
