This is the most common type of hair loss and can affect both men and women. This type of hair loss is genetic and can be inherited from one or both parents but it also caused by hormonal factors. Both men and women have levels of testosterone in their body and enzymes in the body can cause this to change into DHT. High levels of DHT can lead to hair loss. Female pattern baldness is when hair starts to thin all over. The hairline doesn’t recede in the same way as a man but you can lose hair from your temples. Thinning tends to start with the parting.

This type of hair loss happens when large amounts of your hair follicles enter the third stage of their life cycle, the telogen phase, where hair falls out naturally ready for regrowth, but the regrowth phase doesn’t start. This type of hair loss is usually temporary and is often related to medical events or conditions, use of some medications, or a mineral deficiency. 

Causes can include:

Surgery
Childbirth / Post Partum
Birth control pills
Iron deficiency 
Blood thinners / Warfarin
Acne medications 

Telogen effluvium increases the amount of hair loss you would normally experience so you could be losing between 300-500 hairs a day. As a result of this rapid hair loss you may see noticeable thinning around your scalp. Once you address the potential cause or recover from your condition, the hair loss should stop. If the hair loss persists for over 6 months then you should consult with a specialist about your options as it’s considered serious.

The cause of this hair loss isn’t specifically known but it tends to affect people with autoimmune disorders, can be triggered by stress, and nutritional deficiencies. For example: 

Thyroid Hypothyroidism
Anxiety 
Stress
Malnutrition / Crash Diets 
Genetics
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

There are several types of alopecia areata and they have different levels of severity. Hair loss tends to be patchy around all areas of the scalp but as the areas get bigger and the hair loss spreads, it can be present across the entire scalp and body. 

Anagen effluvium is often connected with medical treatments like chemotherapy and radiotherapy, which can cause hair loss to occur at a much quicker rate. Hair will grow back after treatment and you can be prescribed medications to help boost the regrowth. 

The frequent pulling of your hair can cause hair loss and can be permanent. For example if you often wear your hair in tight hairstyles like ponytails and braids, or use hair accessories such as grips, headbands and extensions, the tension it puts on your hair from the consistent pulling can cause the hair to fall out and the follicles can become damaged.

Scalp conditions tend to result in itchy, inflamed, scaly patches of skin on the head. The itchiness can lead to too much scratching which can result in hair loss from damage to the follicles.

If you are experiencing any of the symptoms described above along with excessive amounts of hair loss, get in touch and we can advise on your treatment options. We offer a free consultation so if you are experiencing hair loss, let our experts help.