5 Myths of Women Hair Loss

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Hair loss in women is often associated with a lot of myths. Many of them literally handed down from generation to generation. However, most of them, say doctors, is very far from reality. And the real causes of hair loss, often have access to them is very remote relation. Hair loss in women usually has multiple causes. Obvious or hidden, inherited or acquired. Causes of Hair loss in women can be due to abuse of the digestive, endocrine, immune, nervous and other body systems. Therefore, to solve these problems together. Sound the alarm and look for the causes of Hair loss in women is, if the day falls more 80-100 hairs. If your hair breaks off, this is due to damage to their structures. Such hair requires more care; you may need to change the means to care for your hair. If your hair falls out with the bulbs, it could be a sign of serious internal problems. For example, hormonal imbalances, thyroid problems, severe hypovitaminosis, lack of protein or anemia.V this case must be thoroughly examined and advice of competent trichologist or a dermatologist.

Myth 1. One of the main causes of hair loss - hair coloring and perming

A chemical that dye, destained, straightens or curl your hair can cause damage and loss of hair. However, they have greater impact than on the hair roots, and their apparent condition.

The best way to protect the hair - to strictly follow the instructions on the use of funds and maintain regular hair care adequately. As soon as you stop using aggressive "chemistry", excessive hair loss should stop. And in place of lost hair will soon grow new ones.

Myth 2. The hair will fall out stronger if to wash them every day

When washing your hair, "removed" only those hairs that have fallen, say experts. So washing hair with shampoo can cause hair loss.

Shampoos have a predominantly external influence on the hair and scalp, and have little effect on hair follicles, which are located in deep layers of the skin.

Myth 3. Hair loss is exacerbated by wearing hats or wigs

This is only true if the hats and wigs so narrow that seriously violate the circulation. After all, everything you need, including oxygen and nutrients to hair roots get together with the blood. A proper hair consists of dead skin flakes and "breath" is not needed. Inadequate blood supply to the roots of the hair can cause temporary women hair loss, but by itself should not cause permanent hair loss. So if you hat is perfect in size and made of natural materials, you can wear it every day without fear of bald.

Myth 4. If your hair falls out, they should at least comb

This statement is only partly true. Cause of women hair loss may be too intense combing or using poor quality brushes, which can damage the structure of the hair or scratch the scalp. Therefore, doctors recommend the use of combs and brushes made of natural materials and avoid sudden movements when brushing.

Myth 5. The hairs on the comb - a sure sign of hair loss

Loss of up to 100 hairs every day - the natural process of renewal of hair. The hair falls out, the life cycle are completed, and they quickly replaced by new hair. Norma hair at everyone and depends on heredity.

Other Myths

Women and men alike often bald

In fact, men are faced with this problem is eight times more often.

Some hairstyles, for example, "horse" tail makes hair fall out

If you are used to tighten his hair into a tight ponytail or wear a pencil or permanent African braids, it can lead to more intense hair loss, especially at the temples. However, as a rule, this is a temporary phenomenon. It is necessary to change her hair as the hair returns to normal.

Tendency to baldness is inherited through the maternal line

Predisposition to baldness is really laid genetically. But genes are pests that can cause hair loss can be transmitted from both parents with equal probability.

If you frequently blow-dry, this will lead to hair loss

If you dry your hair every day and it does not comply with temperature control, it can lead to hair dryness and damage their structure. You'll probably find more on his comb fallen hairs than usual. However, within a short time they will grow back. If you use a hair dryer hair in need of careful nursing, intensive hydration and nutrition in order to look strong and healthy. However, blow-drying does not lead to permanent hair loss and even more hair loss.

Baldness cure is not possible

The main time to consult with a competent expert, to find out the real reason and just follow the recommendations. Even in advanced cases can choose a treatment that will at least stop the process. It is chosen depending on the stage and severity of hair loss causes that caused the hair loss. In some cases it is sufficient treatment and shampoo masks for hair loss

In another situation will have to resort to the use of drugs that promote intensive hair restoration. And someone can help only hair transplantation. Of course, rely on instant miraculous healing to occur. However, modern science can offer productive ways to treat baldness.

There are many other myths about the causes of women hair loss. Some of them are quite exotic. For example, there is a perception, though frequent ejaculation is able to enhance male pattern baldness. However, the connection between the male orgasm and hair loss, scientists have not yet identified. Unconfirmed science and belief is that frequent sex increase hair growth and prevent hair loss.

Irreversible women hair loss is caused only loss of follicles, which is most often due to hereditary factors. All other causes can be eliminated by addressing the problem in time. So it is really regaining a healthy, strong and beautiful hair.

Author

Joanne Frank

Resources

Trichology Hair Solutions Clinic

The Truth About Women's Hair Loss By Spencer David Kobren (Author)

Breaking the Silence on Women's Hair Loss By Candace Hoffmann (Author)

Published: 05.10.11