Ways People Try To Prevent Hair Loss

By Eugene Yeng


The scenario is one that can affect both men and women and can often be very alarming and worrying. You may well be in the bathroom, looking in the mirror. You feel the top of your head and notice areas that are smooth where hair used to be. At this point you may well ask yourself how this happened. What are these baldness spots on my head and what does it mean?

The important thing is to not panic and to not be afraid to talk with your doctor. Without wanting to alarm people it is important to know what the baldness patches could be. In some cases it could potentially be alopecia areata. In some extreme cases this can cause total baldness in both men and women. As yet there is no known and definitive cure.

This is caused by antibodies. These are naturally occurring in the body and often attack any potential infections. Unfortunately in some instances these antibodies mistake hair follicles for a possible threat. This creates inflammation that causes bald patches. It can also be exacerbated by damage caused by the sun or certain chemical based hair products.

This can manifest itself either in one single bald patch or a pattern of bald patches on the scalp. While there is no definite cure the hair can be restored over time. However in extreme cases the sufferer may lose all their hair.

However while there is no definite cure there are a number of methods that can help restore hair or prevent further hair loss. One natural example is olive oil washed into the scalp. There are a number of olive oil hair loss recipes online that can help with a number of ailments, such as adding lavender to help relax you.

A common treatment for this type of problem is corticosteroids. Some people may mistake this for anabolic steroids that are illegally used by some body builders. Prescribed steroids from a certified medical professional should be perfectly safe. If you have any concerns your doctor should help explain any possible side effects. Corticosteroids come in both injection and oral form.

There are a number of other treatments available that can be taken orally or applied to the scalp. These include some chemical products such as Monoxidil and natural solutions such as olive oil applied to the scalp. Always check the label carefully before purchasing any products and make sure you get advice before trying any recipes online. For example some recipes advise using half a cup of olive oil mixed with another oil such as coconut whereas others advise using a couple of teaspoons of oil.

What are these baldness spots on my head? This question may one day be a mere inconvenience as treatments become more effective. In the meantime it is worth looking online to see what is available in your local area. For more information look online to get in touch with clinics that offer treatments. Always check carefully and make sure any clinics are certified before agreeing to any treatments.




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