Stress related hair loss

Hair loss can occur suddenly and be so severe that it becomes noticeably thinner in a short period of time, or it can begin more slowly and last longer. Usually such hair loss occurs several months after the actual cause, for example after a period of stress or after surgery or an accident. Extreme stress can lead to a specific type of hair loss known as Telogen effluvium, where higher levels of cortisol push hair follicles into a resting phase. This Telogen effluvium is a common cause of rapid hair loss due to stress, affecting many individuals, particularly women between the ages of 30 and 60.

The main difference with hereditary hair loss is that this form of hair loss occurs very suddenly and can be quite severe, where hereditary hair loss usually occurs more gradually over the years.

In some cases, a (chronic) illness, excessive stress or medication can lead to hair loss. For example, thyroid problems cause hair loss in many cases. Some medications also have the side effect of causing hair loss or thinning hair.

Then there is Alopecia areata. This is an autoimmune disease that can possibly be triggered by stress, resulting in patchy baldness and cyclical hair loss.

Hair loss due to illness

Some illnesses can cause hair loss. For example: PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome). This syndrome affects 5-10% of women of childbearing age and can cause hair loss due to elevated DHT levels and hormonal imbalances. PCOS-related hair loss often manifests as a wider centre parting or male-pattern baldness.

Annoyingly, PCOS can also cause unwanted hair growth (hirsutism). Keramene body hair minimizer can be used to tackle this problem. It puts hair follicles into a resting phase and causes existing hairs to grow thinner and slower.

Another example is COVID-19. Scientific research has shown that hair loss can sometimes occur after this virus. This is explained by the period of stress and fever.

Hair loss as a side effect of medication

A medication or drug can cause the hair to move from the growth phase to the resting phase more quickly, causing it to fall out sooner. Stress hormones like cortisol can also push hair into the resting phase. Hair loss then usually begins two to four months after the medication is first taken, as the disruption in the normal hair growth cycle leads to premature shedding. Some examples of medication that cause hair loss are:

1. Chemotherapy drugs attack fast-dividing cells, including those responsible for hair growth, often causing temporary but extensive hair loss.

2. Some blood thinners (anticoagulants) can disrupt the hair growth cycle and cause nutritional deficiencies, leading to hair loss.

3. Certain antidepressants, especially tricyclic antidepressants, may cause hair loss by affecting hormones and neurotransmitters involved in hair growth.

4. Contraceptive pills can trigger hair loss in some women due to hormonal changes and androgenic effects, though this is usually temporary.

5. Acitretin, used to treat psoriasis, can disrupt the hair growth cycle by affecting cells in hair follicles.

It is important to emphasize that in many cases, medication-induced hair loss is temporary and hair often regrows once the body adjusts or the medication is discontinued. It is also important to understand the cause of hair loss when experiencing it as a side effect of medication.

Treatment: hair loss due to stress, illness or medication

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Because the body is additionally burdened by stress, medication and/or illness, nutrients are often less well absorbed or passed on to the hair roots. A good treatment reduces these deficiencies and uses ingredients that stimulate hair growth. Managing stress effectively is crucial to prevent further hair loss, and various stress management techniques can help mitigate this risk.

Treatment for hair loss due to stress

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