Reasons for hair fall in men

Do you think your hairline is receding? Well, you’re not alone. About two-thirds of men start to suffer from male pattern hair loss by the age of 35. (Source: American Hair Loss Association) Keep reading to know the reasons for hair fall in men.

• Genetics:

  Male pattern baldness, also known as androgenetic alopecia, is triggered by your genetic predisposition. It tends to run in families. Do you have close relatives who are balding? Then you’re more likely to have it as well. Around 80% of the cases of hair fall in men have been a result of a family history of hair loss. (Source: National Center for Biotechnology)

   

• Medical issues:

  Temporary hair loss can be due to a medical issue. Anemia or thyroid problems might be the culprit. A diet low in protein can also cause hair fall in men. Hair loss could be a side-effect of certain drugs you take for cancer, arthritis, depression, gout, high blood pressure, and heart problems. Chemotherapy can cause hair loss. Usually, your hair will grow back with time once the treatment ends.

   

• Increase in stress and anxiety:

  After going through physical or psychological trauma, illness, or injury, many experience an increase in hair fall. Your anxiety levels may increase when you experience the death of a loved one, loss of employment, any major surgery, divorce, etc.

   

• Infections:

  Ringworm can lead to scaly patches on the scalp and bald spots. The hair usually grows back after treatment.

   

• Autoimmune disease:

  Alopecia areata is an important cause of hair fall in men. It is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks the hair follicles mistakenly.