The question “what causes hair loss?” has many answers. Hair loss, also called as alopecia, can occur due to various reasons such as family history that includes genetics, hormonal changes, medical conditions and environmental factors such as psychological stress, traumas etc. It can also occur during pregnancy, childbirth, menopause for women. Due to certain medical situations, hair loss can be seen as well.
When a person decides to have hair transplant after experiencing hair loss, the process does not only contain the plantation but also the post-transplantation process which includes the recovery stage. That stage should be handled carefully as it determines how well the hair is going to grow.
Hair Loss Symptoms and Diagnosis
Hair loss symptoms can be seen as gradual thinning on top of the head which can affect both women and men, circular or patchy bald spots, full-body hair loss and the important point is to determine the reasons for those symptoms.
In order to understand the true reasons for hair loss, you should consult your doctor. The doctor will ask you few questions about when the hair loss has begun or if you have any members in your family who experience hair loss. Also, your scalp and hair follicles will be examined and hair loss diagnosis can be eased with this method. There will be also a blood test to see if you have anemia that affect hair loss.
How to Prevent Hair Loss?
Hair loss can be either permanent or temporary and the main distinction should be made to ensure hair growth. After the diagnosis and deciding whether it is permanent or not; there are certain things that should be avoided and should be done.
- Too tight hair styles should be avoided.
- Treating hair gently when washing and brushing.
- Avoiding harsh treatments.
- Not using curling irons, straighteners too often.
- Protecting the hair from forms of ultraviolet light such as sun.
- Following a healthy diet plan.
Hair Transplant to Prevent Hair Loss
Many people think that hair transplant surgery is a solution for hair loss. This is not true. Hair transplant is something that you can do aftrer losing the hair. It can not stop hair loss. If you already lost your hair then hair transplant can be considered. But hair transplant is not a precaution itself. You should find what causes hair loss first. And then follow your doctors instructions to stop the hair loss. After all, you may consider hair transplant.
