The answer to that question is very simple: yes! Your doctor can be extremely helpful when it comes to hair loss. Sometimes we experience hair loss because of a medical condition or illness, dietary issues or even from an infection. In these cases, simple changes or medications can make a big difference in someone’s life.
According to the Johns Hopkins website, there are six main reasons (simple reasons, at that) why someone may be losing his or her hair. This holds true for both men and women. There are many different reasons why someone may begin losing their hair. Many problems can be resolved by working closely with your family doctor.
Abnormal hair loss can be due to many different causes, but about 50 percent of the female population experience normal hair loss by the time they reach fifty. Women who notice their hair shedding in large amounts after combing or brushing, or whose hair becomes thinner or falls out should consult a dermatologist.
In order to properly understand hair loss and hair growth, you must also understand about the normal hair cycle. The hair follicle pushes out a hair shaft. Hair is made up of proteins, which are called keratins. Human hair grows at a continuous cycle.
Monday, September 21, 2009
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