Baldness Causes

Baldness is one of the most common hair problems in men and women alike. Although hair fall is common in a natural cycle of hair, excessive hair fall can lead to baldness and can be a reason for concern in many people. A single hair strand grows for a certain period of time and is then replaced by a new strand. However, if the hair fall rate is higher than the rate of growth of new hair, signs of baldness start to appear. All of us experience hair fall almost every day while combing, shampooing, rubbing, or drying hair. It is said that 100 strands of hair falling on a daily basis is absolutely normal. However, if the rate is more than that, you might need some medical intervention to prevent baldheadedness. Though balding with age is to some extent acceptable, it can be frustrating if it starts happening to someone young. Read the sections that follow to get to know some of the important causes of baldness.

Causes Of Baldness

Hormonal Imbalance
Hormonal imbalance is one of the most common reasons for baldness. Increased or decreased level of thyroid hormones, high levels of blood insulin, elevated testosterone levels, polycystic ovaries, or other similar conditions can lead to excessive loss of scalp hair.

Stress
Stress and sleeplessness are also commonly associated with premature balding. Lack of adequate sleep can lead to thinning of the hairline at an early age. It si therefore very important to get quality sleep each day.

Scalp Infection
‘Scalp infections’, ‘eczema’, ‘dandruff’, ‘fungal infections’ and ‘bacterial infections’ can also lead to premature baldness. Skin infections like ‘psoriasis’ and ‘seborrhea’ can also be the cause for baldness in many people.

Side Effects Of Medicine
Baldness can result as side effects of certain medicines, especially steroids. Chemotherapy and certain diuretics like ‘sprinolactone’ can also cause baldness.

Psychological Factors
Balding can be also due to certain psychological conditions. People suffering from excessive anxiety, stress, or depression tend to become prone to balding. However, proper psychological treatment can reduce the hair fall.

Genetic Causes
Genetics is another common cause for baldness. You might exhibit balding patterns due to the genes inherited from your parents and grandparents.

Child Birth
Many women tend to lose hair just after having a child due to increased levels of certain hormones in the body. However, this type of hair loss in reversible as the body recovers slowly. In time the loss of hair stops.

• Medicines may help slow down or prevent development of common baldness. However, consult your dermatologist before you start on any medication.
• Aromatherapy has been found to be highly effective in reducing baldness. The therapy uses different aromatic oils like jojoba, bay, rosemary, lavender, thyme, and grapefruit to stop hair fall and boost new hair growth.
• Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables and drink a lot of water. Try to drink at least 8 to 10 glasses of water daily. Eating fresh fruits and drinking adequete water will help prevent hair loss.
• Massage your scalp with hot oil for 10-15 minutes before shampooing. This will help in improving blood circulation in the scalp and boost new hair growth as well. 
• Harsh chemicals in hair styling products can also lead to balding. Choose your hair care products carefully. Use mild herbal shampoos that will be gentle on your scalp and hair.
• Acupressure and acupuncture treatments are not only known to boost hair growth, but both the treatments help in improving overall health.