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4 Unexpected Reasons Why You Could Be Losing Your Hair



Regardless of why you’re experiencing hair loss, it’s never a pleasant realisation. Diet, genetics, age and underlying medical conditions can all cause hair loss but before you start looking into treatment options, it’s important to rule out any unexpected causes of hair loss.

The average person will lose anywhere from 50 to 100 hairs every day. It’s only when you start losing more than this that you need to start being concerned. In order for hair loss to be treated effectively, the underlying cause does need to be pinpointed.

Unusual Causes of Hair Loss

Melbourne top specialist for hair transplant, Dr Paul Spano, will be able to provide you with a professional opinion and take you through your hair loss treatment options, but it does help to rule out some of the unusual causes of hair loss first.

Daily Haircare Routines. When you first notice hair loss, your usual hair routine isn’t generally the first thing that springs to mind. The reality is that your normal haircare routine could actually be causing you to lose your hair. From using certain styling products to not protecting your hair before applying a heat styling tool, these are all things that can affect the health of your hair in the long run.

Vitamin Choices. Vitamins and supplements can actually help keep your hair thick and healthy but there is such a thing as taking too many vitamins. For example, people who combine high levels of vitamin A & D with protein can end up damaging their hair. Finding ways to adjust your diet and vitamin intake can reverse the effects of hair loss.

Excessive Hair Brushing. Under normal circumstances, you will naturally lose 100 hairs or less when you brush your hair once or twice a day. However, brushing your hair too often can push your daily hair loss over the normal threshold. You may enjoy brushing your hair but it could be doing more harm than good.

Prescription Drugs. Many types of prescription medications have hair loss as a side effect. If you have recently started taking a new medication or even if you’ve been on prescription medication for some time now, it’s always a good idea to check in with your doctor if you’ve started experiencing hair loss. Anti-depressants, blood thinners and birth control pills can all lead to hair loss. In some cases, there may not be an alternative medication available but then at least your doctor can provide you with additional options.

If you feel that any of the above reasons may be causing your hair loss, find ways to make the necessary changes to see if it makes a difference. If you believe that your hair loss is being caused by something else, your best option is to schedule a consultation with a hair loss specialist who can assist you further.

There is always a way to address hair loss so that it doesn’t affect your confidence or your quality of life.

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