Hair fall treatment guide

Does your hair seem a lot thinner? While hair fall is a common problem, it is normal to lose anywhere from 50 to 100 strands of hair per day. Losing an unusual amount and clumps of hair can become a cause for concern. It can also indicate medical conditions such as thyroid, alopecia or others.

There are various solutions to control hair fall, however, knowing the underlying reason for your hair loss can help you find an effective solution.

Reasons for hair fall

A number of factors can cause you to lose more than the usual amount of hair. Here are the most common ones:

• Aging
• Genetics
• Nutritional deficiency
• Hormonal imbalance
• Stress
• Hairstyling
• Medical conditions/ certain medications.

Unfortunately, factors such as aging and genetics cannot be controlled. However, that should not stop you from getting healthy hair. So what can you do to prevent hair fall?

Here’s an easy and effective guide to help you prevent hair loss:

• Keep your scalp clean:

  Wash your hair regularly to keep your scalp clean and healthy. The key is to use a mild shampoo. Using harsh chemical-based shampoos can cause dryness and make hair prone to breakage. Also, using a conditioner after shampoo can keep your hair smooth, tangle-free, and avoid breakage.

   

• Massaging the scalp:

  If you are dealing with hair problems, massaging the scalp with warm oil can do wonders. Gently massage your scalp with warm hair oil for about 10-15 minutes. It helps in improving blood circulation to the roots, thus preventing hair fall.

   

• Switch to a healthier diet:

  A poor diet can reflect on skin, hair, and your overall health. Eating a healthy and balanced diet can aid in keeping your hair healthy, shiny, and strong. A daily diet that includes eggs, oily fish, fresh fruits or vegetables can help avoid hair fall.

   

• De-stress:

  The more you stress over something, the more it shows its effect on your health. To prevent further hair fall, turn to relaxation techniques such as yoga or meditation. Also, making sure you get at least 8 hours of sound sleep every night can help reduce the effect of stress.

   

• Treat the underlying cause:

  Hair loss may respond well to simple lifestyle changes however, at times, hair loss may not stop until the underlying condition is treated.

To identify the reason for hair loss, hair experts may make the diagnosis based on the symptoms or appearance of the hair. To make sure of the diagnosis, a scalp biopsy, light microscopy or blood test may also be suggested.