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All rights reserved. Close Sign in. In receding hairline, the hair begins to fall out as a result of damage to hair follicles. Under normal circumstances, as hair naturally reaches its maturity stage, strands falls out and new ones replace it. But when the hair follicles become damaged, there is risk of scarring and the risk that hair will no longer regrow.
Genes are the most common cause of male- and female-pattern baldness also known as androgenic alopecia. According to Mayo Clinic, hair loss is usually related to one or more of the factors, including:.
In addition, other factors that may cause receding hairline include:. Stress can be a major causative factor linked to hair loss. The name for stress-induced hair loss is telogen effluvium. The condition results in shedding of copious amounts of hair each time the hair is combed or shampooed. Telogen effluvium may not be noticeable until long after a stressful event is over. It can take up to eight months before the hair loss subsides.
Losing hair due to stress is usually temporary, but it can become chronic long-term in some instances. There are some preventative measures that can be taken to prevent hair from falling out, according to Mayo Clinic, these include: avoiding hairstyles that pull tight on the hair such as braids, cornrows, ponytails or buns , avoiding constantly pulling, rubbing, or twisting hair, using a wide-toothed comb and gently brushing or combing hair, and avoiding harsh chemical treatments on the head such as permanents or hot oil treatments.
In addition, helpful measures include avoiding the use of hot rollers and curling irons and other heated styling methods , avoiding drugs or supplements that could cause hair loss when possible, quitting smoking, protecting the hair from prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or other types of ultraviolet light , and using a cooling cap for those taking chemotherapy, this can lower the risk of hair loss from chemo.
Hair loss can be diagnosed and treated by a dermatologist. Treatment of receding hairline depends on the cause. If a condition such as thyroid disease is causing a person to lose their hair, the treatment would involve addressing the underlying cause—the thyroid problem. If an immune disorder such as alopecia areata is the cause of hair loss, steroid injections in the scalp may help. Commonly, Rogaine minoxidil is used to slow down hair loss, or in some instances to reverse it.
Keep in mind that typically Rogaine is only effective in receding hairline that is linked to male pattern baldness and may not work for other types of hair loss. Also, Rogaine is known for being more effective at restoring the hair in small batches, rather than in very large areas of the scalp, so early use of Rogaine will likely produce the best results. Other treatment options may include a medication called Propecia aimed at promoting hair growth. This medication can have some serious side effects, such as possibly increasing the risk of prostate cancer.
However, this is controversial ; it is exclusively for men because it involves blocking DHT from testosterone a male hormone. DHT is thought to inhibit hair growth in men.
It also has controversial associations with depression and sexual side effects. Platelet-rich plasma PRP therapy for hair loss is a three-step medical treatment in which a person's blood is drawn, processed, and then injected into the scalp.
This therapy has been used for problems such as healing injured tendons, ligaments, and muscles. Surgical hair restoration involves a transplant of the hair follicles is another option some choose to pursue, as well as laser therapy which may help to reduce male pattern baldness , taking Dritho-Scalp a prescription drug that promotes new hair growth is some people , and corticosteroids a prescription drug that lowers inflammation around the hair follicles, allowing them to grow new hair.
Of course, be sure to consult with your healthcare provider before starting any regimen of drugs or supplements. Biotin, a supplement often touted as improving hair loss, is not in fact supported by data. Essential oils are often used as well preliminary studies have shown that lavender oil and peppermint oil may be as effective as Rogaine for hair regrowth.
In fact, men grew 45 percent more hair at week 48 than those who used the 2 percent topical minoxidil. Another study discovered that mice treated with essential oil of peppermint had clear signs of hair regrowth. A mouse model study revealed similar results when mice were treated with lavender oil. Although human studies are required to back up these claims, these 2 essential oil studies may offer preliminary information to support those looking for a natural treatment for receding hairline.
In fact, there have been many studies and surveys conducted to evaluate the impact that the loss of hair has on emotional health. Female pattern baldness is largely thought to occur due to genetics. However, it may also develop due to an underlying condition that affects the production of the hormone androgen. Androgen is a hormone that plays a role in pattern baldness.
Tumors of the pituitary gland or ovary, which secrete androgen, may also lead to hair loss. The type of treatment recommended will depend on the extent of the hair loss, in addition to other factors. Treatment for female pattern baldness can help prevent future hair loss and may result in regrowth of some hair. In most cases, long-term treatment is needed to prevent hair loss from recurring. Minoxidil is a topical medication that is used to treat hair loss in both men and women.
The treatment is applied to the scalp every day and may stimulate hair growth, as well as prevent further hair thinning. Minoxidil can take 6 months to a year to produce visible results and does not work for everyone. Side effects can include dryness, redness, and itching. Hair loss may return after a person stops using the product. One well-known brand of Minoxidil is Rogaine, which is available to buy in many pharmacies and online.
One of the most common oral medications used to treat female pattern baldness is spironolactone, which is a diuretic. Diuretics remove excess water from the body. The medication may also block the production of androgen, which may prevent hair loss and help hair regrow. Spironolactone can cause side effects, such as dry mouth , nausea, and dizziness. Women who are pregnant should not take spironolactone due to a possibility that it might cause congenital disabilities.
Some women may choose to have a hair transplant. Various techniques may be used to perform hair transplantation. Usually, hair loss affects only some areas of the scalp. During a hair transplant, a doctor removes hair from an area with healthy hair growth and transplants it to another spot where the hair is missing. The area from which the doctor transplants the hair usually remains unaffected by hair loss. The doctor performs the procedure while a person is awake, and it takes several hours.
A person will be given a local anesthetic to prevent pain. Some people may wish to try at-home laser treatment for hair loss.
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