Causes of Hair Loss

Written by He Da Wei
Dermatology
Updated on August 31, 2024
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Hair loss can cause us many troubles, not only affecting our life and work, but also bringing us significant mental stress. So, what are the general causes of hair loss? 1. Endocrine disorders: Hair growth is affected by various hormonal influences. The pressure from routine work, life, and studies can cause disruptions in physical functions, as well as conditions like postpartum and menopause, leading to endocrine disorders. 2. Nutritional deficiencies: Nutritional deficiencies and abnormal metabolism can lead to hair loss, with severe malnutrition even causing diffuse hair loss. 3. Genetic factors: Typically, males are more prone to hair loss due to genetic traits that manifest under the influence of androgens. 4. Physical illness: Some medications taken for diseases can cause side effects, including hair loss. 5. Physical and chemical hair loss: Frequent perming and hair dyeing, long hours in front of computers, and frequent use of mobile phones can all lead to hair loss.

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How to treat chronic seborrheic hair loss?

Seborrheic hair loss, also medically known as androgenetic alopecia, has a relatively high incidence rate, and both men and women can be affected. It is often associated with familial inheritance. Consuming spicy and stimulating foods frequently, or often staying up late, being anxious and tense, might also trigger this condition. Upon diagnosis, the most common treatment usually involves oral and topical medications, such as minoxidil solution for topical application, oral vitamin B6 tablets, anti-sebum and hair growth tablets, and compound glycyrrhizin tablets. For males with severe symptoms, oral finasteride tablets can also be used. The treatment period for this condition is quite lengthy and results are slow to appear; an effective outcome might only be visible after at least three months of treatment.

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Causes of Hair Loss

Hair loss can cause us many troubles, not only affecting our life and work, but also bringing us significant mental stress. So, what are the general causes of hair loss? 1. Endocrine disorders: Hair growth is affected by various hormonal influences. The pressure from routine work, life, and studies can cause disruptions in physical functions, as well as conditions like postpartum and menopause, leading to endocrine disorders. 2. Nutritional deficiencies: Nutritional deficiencies and abnormal metabolism can lead to hair loss, with severe malnutrition even causing diffuse hair loss. 3. Genetic factors: Typically, males are more prone to hair loss due to genetic traits that manifest under the influence of androgens. 4. Physical illness: Some medications taken for diseases can cause side effects, including hair loss. 5. Physical and chemical hair loss: Frequent perming and hair dyeing, long hours in front of computers, and frequent use of mobile phones can all lead to hair loss.

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Written by Huang Ling Juan
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What is hair loss lacking?

Hair loss is often related to deficiencies in vitamins such as vitamin A, vitamin B, and trace elements including iron, zinc, and calcium. It is also related to the lack of nutritional factors, such as a deficiency in high-quality protein, which can lead to hair loss. Hair loss can be associated with many factors, including nutrition, diet, neurological and mental factors, as well as certain diseases including endocrine disorders and immune system diseases that can cause hair loss. Therefore, when experiencing hair loss, it's important to carefully analyze the reasons, and visit a hospital to determine the specific causes. If the cause is a deficiency in trace elements and vitamins, appropriate supplements should be provided. If it is caused by diseases, timely treatment of the primary disease is necessary. In terms of diet, it is also important to consume foods rich in protein and vitamins.

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Written by Qu Jing
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Is supplementing with zinc useful for seborrheic hair loss?

Patients with seborrheic alopecia can appropriately supplement with zinc-rich preparations and foods, which have certain auxiliary effects on the hair. Seborrheic alopecia, also known as androgenic alopecia, is a type of hair loss characterized by genetic factors and dependent on androgen action. It can occur in both men and women, though it is more common in men. Treatment mainly targets the hair follicles, and there is no particularly effective cure. Treatments can include topical application of 2% or 5% minoxidil solution, oral administration of finasteride, and for women, oral spironolactone can be used. If necessary, treatment can be supplemented with traditional Chinese medicine and scalp acupuncture, including plum blossom needle therapy. For cases of seborrheic alopecia where the hair follicles have significantly atrophied, scalp transplantation and hair transplantation may also be options. Patients with seborrheic alopecia should also pay attention to their diet by consuming light, nutritious foods and avoiding spicy and irritating substances. It is beneficial to consume foods containing high-quality complex proteins and various vitamins, including vitamins, trace elements, zinc, copper, calcium, etc., all of which assist in hair growth.

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How to deal with seborrheic hair loss and itchy scalp?

Scalp itching associated with seborrheic hair loss can arise from two possible scenarios. One is that the itching is due to seborrheic dermatitis accompanying the hair loss. The other possibility is that the scalp, being greasy, provides a conducive environment for the proliferation of microbes, leading to a fungal infection of the scalp, which then results in itching and increased dandruff. In cases of seborrheic dermatitis, the affected area may show erythema and papules with oily scales or crusts, and there may even be exudation, crusting, and erosion, resembling eczema. The local treatment should primarily focus on degreasing, anti-inflammation, and itch relief. When fungal infection is also present, antifungal treatment becomes the priority. Ketoconazole shampoo can be used in such cases, applied three times a week for a period of 6-8 weeks.