siimpoun533's Space http://siimpoun533.posterous.com Most recent posts at siimpoun533's Space posterous.com Thu, 01 Dec 2011 09:03:00 -0800 A Look at the Causes of Hair Loss http://siimpoun533.posterous.com/a-look-at-the-causes-of-hair-loss http://siimpoun533.posterous.com/a-look-at-the-causes-of-hair-loss If you are stressing about losing your glorious locks, then you are just like many others. Sadly enough, many people will lose their hair at some point. You should know about some of the causes for hair loss. Even though only a medical pro can advise why you are experiencing hair loss.

The goal of this article is to bring to your attention some of the reasons that people experience hair loss.

Women may even lose their hair at different times in their lives for various reasons. During pregnancy a woman can experience hair loss, and after the baby is born, it can also happen. The high level of hormones created by pregnancy can trigger a variety of symptoms, and this sometimes includes hair loss. It has happened to pregnant women forever, so don't be alarmed, because it will go away. Another time that women can look forward to losing more hair, is when menopause sets in. If you notice this happening, it is time to have a talk with your doctor, because it is a hormone problem. While you may not be able to stop hair loss completely, you may be able to control it with some lifestyle changes and nutritional supplements. Scalp infections are one potential hair loss cause that you should know about. Hair loss can be caused by ringworm (which is in fact a fungus and not a real worm) by invading your scalp. Although it's more common in children, it can occur at any age. Another fungal infection that causes hair loss by attacking the scalp is tinea capitis. It's very important to treat these infections as quickly as possible with anti-fungal medications. Not sharing towels with others and practicing good hygiene is one way of avoiding these infections, as they're contagious. If you belong to a gym, wear sandals rather than walking around the locker room in bare feet.

There are specific diseases that can lead to unexpected hair loss. Visit your doctor when this type of hair loss occurs to find out if a medical issue is the cause and get it taken care of. Lupus and diabetes are two good examples of diseases that can lead to hair loss. These illnesses are all serious and may present life-threatening conditions on your health. Hair loss may just be a minor symptom when you think of what can happen if you leave diabetes, for example, untreated. The most critical issue isn't to find out how to treat the hair loss, but to treat the disease responsible for the hair loss. Whenever you are experiencing any symptoms that you cannot account for, it's mandatory to visit your medical provider to find out the cause of these symptoms. Generally, when an illness begins, you will have more than one symptom.

If you are losing your hair, do not worry. But, look at things with a clear frame of mind and try to find out why it is occurring. If you suspect anything serious, talk to your doctor immediately. In most cases, hair loss is not dangerous. But, be smart and check it out anyway.

After you are told that you do not have a serious condition, you can work on dealing with the loss of your hair.

As it relates to this particular area of concern, what are your feelings after getting this far?

There are so many who have been helped with information just like this, and we also know that on our own end. You have to realize that Hair loss prevention is a wide field of knowledge that requires your due diligence.

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