Baldness has been strongly associated to men since a long time. But, this doesn’t mean women are not susceptible to acute hair loss or baldness. The fact that many women are embarrassed to talk openly about this, makes it difficult for them to handle the condition. Knowing more about this matter and talking openly to your doctor can aid you in managing the hair loss process.
Here are some of the reasons for hair loss in women,
Medicines
Mainly, any hormones altering medication can lead to hair loss, including some contraceptive pills. Other than this, there can be other types of medicines that may contribute to hair loss. If the onset of your hair loss has occurred since you have started taking a particular medicine, then take a doctor’s consultation to either alleviate your hair fall or to change the medicine or its dosage.
Post Surgery/Illness
The phase that comes post a surgery or illness can cause hair fall. This is due to the emotional and physical stress a person goes through during the surgery or illness. If your hair fall is triggered by such a condition, which is termed as Telogen Effluvium, then you may not have to worry much since it will be for a short period of time. Your doctor is the best person to let you know how to handle it.
Post Pregnancy
Pregnancy causes a lot of hormonal changes. It in fact increases the hormonal activities to a large extent. Due to this increased hormonal levels, natural hair shedding process is avoided during pregnancy. Post the pregnancy state, hormones get back to normal levels and the hair growth life cycle tends to rearrange itself aptly to the changed condition. This usually causes hair loss for about 2 to 6 months in your post pregnancy phase. Read more about Losing Hair After Pregnancy.
Iron Levels
Dropped iron levels do also trigger hair loss. However, this condition must never be assumed. Only appropriate tests by health professionals can let you know if are affected by this deficiency. If iron levels increase in the body, it paves way for other type of health issues. Hence a medical advice is definitely required before you take iron tablets.
Estrogen Hormones
Estrogen hormones control many activities in a female body. If your estrogen levels are down, you are very likely to experience hair loss. Menopause could be one of the reasons for lowered estrogen levels.
Once you get to know the exact reason for excessive hair loss, you can take appropriate steps. There are many hair growth treatments these days. Though these may be useful, it is always best to take a doctor’s advice before going ahead with treatments. This will not only avoid extra health troubles but also will aid you in choosing a treatment that suits you. Most importantly, give your best shot in assessing your current health situation and then take the recommended steps with a positive mind set.
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