Published on June 12, 2008.
Hair loss is a common problem that affects millions of men, women, and children. At least half of adults (both men and women) will experience some thinning or loss of hair by the time they are 60, and many men will become completely bald. This type of hair loss is different than the loss you experience every day when you shampoo or style your hair. The average person loses about 100 hairs a day. Abnormal hair loss means that you are shedding more than that and, in the case of the most common type of hair loss, the hair will not grow back. If you think your hair loss is excessive, you should see your doctor. He or she will be able to identify the cause and discuss your hair loss treatment options.
Hair loss can be triggered by stress, medications, birth control pills, pregnancy, various diseases such as thyroid conditions, anemia, syphilis, arthritis, as well as autoimmune disorder. In the case of autoimmune disorder, the body’s own immune system attacks the hair follicles. In many cases, this type of hair loss is a temporary condition, with hair regrowing on the bald patches spontaneously once the underlying causes are resolved.
If you observe receding hairline or thinning of hair on the crown and temples, it is time for action. These are the most common symptoms of hair loss and timely intervention can save you from total baldness. Try hair loss products that safely and effectively treat thinning hair as well as actual hair loss in men and women. These products will help stop hair loss and stimulate hair growth so you can grow new hair.