Oh my god, when I woke up in the morning, I found that I had lost a lot of hair. Every time I comb my hair, I lose a bunch of hair. Will I go bald? When the wind blows, my scalp feels colder and colder. The fast-paced life and enormous work pressure have made more and more people face the problem of hair loss. What are the causes of hair loss? How to prevent hair loss? Today, I will take you to learn about it together.
1、 The specific reasons for hair loss:
1. Resting phase hair loss
In fact, most people will experience resting phase hair loss. As mentioned earlier, hair growth goes through three stages. Entering the growth phase, hair follicle function is active, and under normal circumstances, at least 80% of hair is in this period; During the degenerative period, hair follicles begin to regress and hair growth stops; During the resting period, hair follicles regress and hair falls out.
Resting hair loss is caused by various stress factors, such as malnutrition, excessive blood loss, and high mental stress. Manifested as diffuse hair loss, but generally hair loss does not exceed 50% of the original hair volume. Resting hair loss does not require treatment. Eating foods rich in B vitamins, such as grains, whole grains, walnuts, and nuts, and paying attention to daily routines can prevent this type of hair loss.
2. Postpartum hair loss
Postpartum hair loss is actually a type of dormant hair loss, which is generally seen in the following three situations:
1. Decreased estrogen: Women's estrogen levels sharply decrease after childbirth, leading to hair loss caused by hair follicle degeneration.
2. Endocrine disorders: Mothers often have poor rest to take care of their babies, leading to endocrine disorders and hair loss.
3. Nutritional imbalance: Some mothers, in order to produce milk or quickly recover their body shape, have an unbalanced diet, which can also lead to hair loss.
Women with postpartum hair loss who suffer from conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis and alopecia areata should seek medical attention promptly. Postpartum hair loss is a temporary physiological phenomenon, not a physical weakness, and will eventually return to normal.
3. Psychogenic hair loss
Mental stress, depression, fear, or severe insomnia can all lead to neurological disorders, causing capillaries to continue to contract and hair follicles to not receive sufficient blood supply. The scalp is located at the top of the body, so hair is the first to suffer. Psychological factors can also seriously affect the growth cycle of hair, leading to shortened cycles and the occurrence of hair loss, such as hair loss after a serious illness or after the college entrance examination. By adjusting the pace of life and relaxing the mood, hair loss symptoms can be alleviated.
4. Nutritional metabolic alopecia
Excessive intake of lipids and salt, protein and B vitamin deficiencies, iron and zinc deficiency, insufficient or excessive selenium in the body, as well as certain metabolic diseases such as argininosuccinuria, hyperammonuria, hereditary lactalburia, and methionine metabolism disorders can all lead to alopecia.
2、 To prevent hair loss, the following measures can be taken:
1. In terms of daily routine, it is important to develop the good habit of going to bed and getting up early, ensuring sufficient sleep time, and prohibiting staying up late to prevent hair loss.
2. In terms of diet, it is mainly a reasonable and balanced diet, low salt and low-fat diet. Secondly, we should eat more food that can nourish our qi and blood, such as ass hide glue, red dates, etc., to prevent hair loss.
3. Reduce mental stress: In daily life, you can listen to more soothing music and engage in outdoor activities to relieve inner stress, reduce the occurrence of neurasthenia, and prevent the occurrence of diseases.
4. Massage the head: Before going to bed at night, you can massage the head appropriately or comb your hair appropriately to promote blood circulation in the head.
Once hair loss occurs, patients can promptly go to the dermatology department of a regular hospital for relevant examinations, clarify the specific cause, and receive targeted treatment to avoid delaying the condition.
In short, hair loss is a disease that can be prevented and treated. By maintaining a healthy diet, avoiding excessive use of chemical products, keeping the scalp clean, and maintaining mental health, you can effectively control hair loss and restore healthy hair. If necessary, you can also consult a doctor for professional advice.