Sunday 7 August 2022

Hair-loss causes & treatments in summary

Hair loss is a common symptoms nowadays and it isn’t just limited to the ageing populations. The younger generations are also facing these problems as well. There are a few factors which cause hair loss prevalence:

1. Family history (heredity). The most common cause of hair loss is a hereditary condition that happens with aging.

2. Hormonal changes and medical conditions.

3. Medications and supplements.

4. Radiation therapy to the head.

5. A very stressful event.

6. Hairstyles and treatments.

 

Spironolactone for treatment of female pattern hair loss - Journal of the  American Academy of Dermatology

 

What is the best treatment for men's hair loss?

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved two medications to treat male pattern baldness:

1. Minoxidil (Regro) - Regro is available OTC as a liquid or foam.

2. Finasteride (Propecia, Proscar) - Finasteride is a pill that you need to take1 tab once daily after food.

 

What is a good treatment for hair loss in women?

Minoxidil (Regro) 5% is the only topical medication approved by the FDA for female-pattern hair loss. The once daily use foam treatment regrows hair in 81% of the women who try it. Liquid options of 2% and 5% solutions are available over the counter.

 

Which vitamin and methods is good for stop hair fall?

1. Biotin (vitamin B7) is important for cells inside your body. Low levels of it can cause hair loss, skin rashes, and brittle nails.

2. Massage. Massaging the scalp, which can be used in conjunction with hair oils and masks, stimulates the scalp and may improve hair thickness .

3. Aloe vera. Aloe vera has long been used for treating hair loss.

4. Coconut oil

5. Fish oil

6. Ginseng