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HOW ARE HORMONES AND HAIR LOSS RELATED?

Posted on January 3, 2022April 25, 2022 by

Losing hair is a common phenomenon we all go through. But it becomes a major issue when it doesn’t grow back at the same speed that we are losing them. Also, hair thinning and hair loss can affect one’s confidence and severely affect the lifestyle. If you’re experiencing hair loss, you may be wondering what’s causing it. And whether hormones and hair loss are connected by any means?

Alopecia, the medical term for hair loss, can be caused by many genetic and lifestyle factors, but hormonal imbalances also play a vital role. Let’s go through a few reasons about how hormones impact hair growth.

Hormonal Changes in Men:

Men, like women, have daily or monthly hormonal fluctuations that affect their mood, emotions, and biological processes. When an ageing male body produces more testosterone, it results in hair loss on the scalp and hair growth in areas such as the ears and nose.

Hormonal Changes in Women:

Thyroid Hormones
Thyroid hormones are also important in hair development and hair loss. The metabolism decreases when the thyroid isn’t active enough, called Hypothyroidism. The body shuts down less important functions, such as hair growth, to strike the correct balance.
Menopause
Hot flashes, night sweats, and hair loss indicate hormonal imbalance when estradiol and progesterone levels fall throughout menopause. Estrogen extends the duration that hair spends in the growth phase; thus, hair loses these protective properties when estrogen levels fall. Additionally, testosterone’s androgenic effects can be increased, where testosterone’s metabolite dihydrotestosterone (DHT) can produce increasingly weaker hair due to the follicle’s failure to grow.
PCOS
This is a common female endocrine condition marked by several other symptoms, the most prominent of which is hyperandrogenism. Women with PCOS lose scalp hair while gaining hair in places where males typically grow it — the face, chest, and back.
Pregnancy
Pregnancy increases hair follicles in the anagen (massive growth) phase. In addition, the enhanced supply of estradiol and progesterone in pregnancy is exceptionally nurturing to hair, expanding the growth phase and preventing shedding. Some women experience hair loss during the postpartum time; nonetheless, most women recover completely, though the process may be delayed.

Hormones are chemical messengers that instruct tissues and organs on how to operate. However, too much or too little of a specific type of hormone can cause unpleasant side effects that disturb the daily living.

It is important to be aware of your body and recognize any strange changes. We might be oblivious to tiny symptoms at times, but paying attention to even minor changes can help doctors detect and treat hormone abnormalities correctly.

Steps you must follow Before and after Hair Transplant | Instructions

Posted on August 16, 2021April 25, 2022 by

What you can expect before and after a hair transplant.

Extensive hair loss leading to bald patches on the scalp takes a heavy toll on one’s self-esteem. While some people choose to live with it and do nothing about it; others, who are concerned with their looks, go out on a hunt looking for the best possible techniques to restore their hair. If you belong to the latter part, then getting a hair transplant done must have crossed your mind at least once.

Hair transplant procedures consistently proved as successful and life-changing experiences for many. And despite the popularity, people still have uncertainties pertaining to its efficacy. After all, ‘what to expect and what not to expect’- is the real problem!

Before you jump onto the expectations, understand that the surgery of hair transplant is divided into three phases- one before the procedure begins, second, during the surgery, and third, after the surgery is completed.

The procedure carried out during the surgery entails medical terms and jargon, this makes it an apt read for doctors and surgeons who are performing the surgery. While for the patients, it’s better only to focus on what to expect before or after the procedure.

Here’s what to expect before the procedure:

Your doctor will ask you to follow some pre-operative guidelines; these include-

Stop taking blood thinners.
Stop consuming multivitamins that include Vitamin-B or Vitamin -E , at least three days before the surgery.
Refrain from consuming alcohol and caffeinated drinks three days before the surgery.
Same goes for smoking and tobacco as well. Having these toxic products before the surgery is a big no-no.
Have a good hair wash, but make sure to avoid using gels, sprays and other styling products.

Here’s what to expect after the procedure:

Hair transplant surgery generally takes place over the course of a day; therefore aftercare is the most crucial part of the procedure.

The doctor will bandage the extraction zone to keep the small incisions clean. He/She will recommend you to keep the bandage on till the next morning.
The doctor will provide you a protective cap . He / she will let you know for how long to keep wearing the cap.
You will also get an aftercare Kit. This kit contains medications and materials, which helps in keeping your hair and scalp in the best condition.
The doctor will provide you detailed instructions on how to look after your new hair. This includes- how to care for your hair, what to avoid after the surgery, when to get a haircut done, etc.
When to visit the doctor for the follow-up. He or she will tell you the appropriate dates for the next sessions.

Conclusion:

Like a normal surgery, a hair transplant is nothing different. Once you let go of the false notions, you allow yourself to be more open to understanding the exact procedure of the surgery. Just abide by the rules put forward by your doctor, and you’ll be good to go!

Busting 5 Hair Loss Myths

Posted on September 18, 2019April 25, 2022 by

The human head carries 100000 strands of hairs over the head where around 50 to 100 hairs fall out in a day. Healthy hair is made up of an active protein called Keratin which generally lasts up to 3 to 6 years before falling out and being replaced.

The Internet is a great source to get any information, but not all the information on the internet is usually true. Some facts can be misleading and might build a false opinion about something. Hair loss and its remedy are some of the highly searched keywords on the internet. There are many myths on the internet about hair loss which misleads people with false information and creates a negative impact on their minds. Hair loss is a common hair condition, but many myths are related to it. Therefore, we are here to bust some of the usual myths about hair loss.

Myth #1: Every person goes bald by the age of 50.

Fact: Baldness knows no age. Once the hair fall starts, it can only be stopped or controlled with an effective treatment. The hair fall condition is different for everybody because it depends upon person to person. According to Dr. Bagadia, 55% of Indian men go through hair loss by the age of 35 and above.

Myth #2: Shampoo weakens your hair.

Fact: Over shampooing with harsh or strong shampoo can lead to your hair becoming thin and dry. But regular shampooing with a mild shampoo is good for hair. It is okay if a few hairs fall while shampooing as our hair does shed naturally. Shampoos with Sulphate can cause damage leading to thinning and brittleness of hair. It is better to use sulfate-free shampoos which are natural and effective for your hair.

Myth #3: Hair treatment can cause eye and brain problems.

Fact: That is so not true. Correctly and effectively performed hair transplant does not cause any harm to the brain and eyes or anywhere on your body. The hair transplant process involves simply transferring the hairs from the back of the head to the balding side. Minor swelling and redness appear commonly during the process, but it only lasts for a day or two and does not indicate any internal problem. FUE hair transplant technique is a painless and more effective type of hair transplant; therefore, it is better to get treated from a certified trichologist, who is properly trained for it.

Myth #4: Wearing a hat can make you bald.

Fact: Hair loss involves genetics and hormonal changes. Wearing a hat or cap can simply protect your hair from sunburn and even help in avoiding the damages to the hair follicles while wearing a helmet. Make sure you use a clean and washed hat or cap to wear. Try not to use synthetic material cap and wear it loose.

Myth #5: There is no cure for hair loss.

Fact: Hair loss might be a life-long condition. There are many hair treatments available to treat hair loss. They help in reversing the hair loss and initiate natural hair growth. Diet also plays an essential role in the growth of hair; therefore, it is advisable to maintain a good diet to keep healthy hair.

These are the few myths with their real facts that can help you decide which ones are true.

We’ll be back with more myths related to hair, so stay tuned and let us know your views in the comments.

Common Scalp Problems That You Might Not Be Aware Of

Posted on April 27, 2019April 25, 2022 by

Beautiful and healthy hair is what we all yearn for, but for having great hair, you first need to have a good and healthy scalp. So, before we dig deeper on getting the solutions for a healthy scalp, let us first look at the problems a scalp can have.

1. Dandruff

Dandruff is upsetting! As it sheds the skin (white flakes) on the scalp which stays on the head and then gradually falls on the neck and shoulders. Dandruff seems to be quite an irritating problem in almost everyone. However, this condition can also be a form of eczema. A fungal infection can also cause dandruff.

2. Seborrheic Dermatitis:

One of the most common scalp condition, Seb derm leaves your scalp with greasy scale and dandruff. This condition is not permanent, as it comes and goes depending on the stress a person takes and seasonal changes. Seborrheic Dermatitis gets worse in winters and early spring.

3. Head Lice:

Can there be anything more embarrassing than having lice running through your hair? If you think that the occurrence of lice is only subjected to children, then you are completely wrong, because having lice in your head is not bound to any age. These tiny little parasitic insects when stay on your head, cause a lot of itching and at times raw patches on the scalp.

4. Ringworm:

Ringworm is a fungal infection that occurs on the outer layer of the scalp and in the hair. As the name suggests, the condition causes a rash that appears in circular patches which are lifted in height with red edges and resemble worms.

5. Folliculitis:

In simple terms, Folliculitis is inflammation of the hair follicle. The cause of the inflammation is mostly observed due to the presence of the bacteria (most commonly a staph infection). If not bacteria, the inflammation can also be caused due to irritation from shaving, use of heavy conditioners, potent hair dyes, and a lot of sweating. Having this condition will leave your scalp with little pus bumps sprawled everywhere. Having Folliculitis appears to be like having acne but on hair skin.

6. Psoriasis:

Psoriasis is a condition in which the patient’s skin cells are generated at a faster pace. Normal cycle of skin generation is of twenty-eight days; a person with psoriasis completes this cycle in less than seven days. While, psoriasis has no particular shape; they are large lesions and have thick, scaly plaques that are usually seen on the neck, ears, knees, head, scalp, and limbs. Having flakes and scales on the scalp can make you feel itchy or sore.

Having scalp problems need serious considerations, don’t treat these conditions at home; visit a certified trichologist and get rid of all the issues related to scalp.

Signs & Symptoms of Hair Thinning in Men and Women

Posted on April 16, 2019April 25, 2022 by

Having hair loss or approaching baldness- is not less than a nightmare. Taking into account the kind of lifestyle we are living into, the problem of hair fall seems to be rampant.

As hair fall happen to both men and women; the signs and symptoms though, vary to a lot of extents.

1. The Receding Hairline: Men

Receding in general terms means moving back or further away from a previous position. Whereas in hair definition it means- ceasing to grow at the temples and above the forehead.

At an initial level, receding of hair can go unnoticed because it usually starts with a bit of thinning on and around temples. You get to notice receding hairline when the hair on forehead moves even more back from its previous position and forms a large shape of M-pattern.

2. The Crown Area: Men

With thick hair you barely see your scalp but having suffered from hair loss, you get to see gaps in between while parting and styling the hair. Now, this happens due to loss of hair in the crown area. The large bald patches at the crown area signify that you have had a lot of hair loss, which went unnoticed for all this time.

3. Hair can’t hold your style, the way it used to: Women & Men

Post hair loss, you might have noticed that your hair sits differently on your head. Also, the very hairstyle which you always used to make doesn’t appear the same or have problems settling it. Now, this clearly indicates loss of hair from the head.

4. You find hair lying everywhere: Women & Men

One of the horrible sights we would always avoid to see are the ones with having your hair lying around. Be it your comb, shower drain, dress, or pillowcase; having hair lying around is disappointing and something that might fright us. And if you are spotting these hair strands more than the usual, then you should consider this situation seriously, and think of consulting a hair expert.

5. FPHL: Women

FPHL is an acronym for female-pattern hair loss; where the hair starts thinning along the top of the head. This kind of hair loss is also called androgenetic alopecia or androgenic alopecia. You might see the hair partition getting wide than before.

6. Thin Ponytail: Women

The decline in the volume of hair clearly indicates hair loss, especially for women who go for hairstyles like ponytail and braid. A significant change of volume in your hairstyle gets into your notice and at times falls into the notice of your acquaintances as well.

To know more about hair thinning treatments, visit a hair care expert today and get yourself a free consultation!

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