Potential cause of hair thinning
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Description |
How to prevent or address
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Genetics
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Being genetically more susceptible to hair loss or thinning |
No cure, but there is medication and treatments that can help |
Hormonal imbalances
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Pregnancy, menopause, and other conditions can cause fluctuations in hormones |
Effects may be temporary, speak to your GP for guidance |
Nutritional deficiencies
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Not getting enough of the vital nutrients to promote hair growth if you have a deficiency |
Improve your diet or take supplements, can ask your GP for guidance |
Aging
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Natural hair thinning and loss that happens as we age |
Maintain a healthy lifestyle to delay hair thinning, then look into different treatments |
Stress
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Physical or emotional stress puts a strain on your body, which can be known as telogen effluvium |
Effects may be temporary, look into ways to manage stress |
Medical conditions
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Certain medical conditions can have a physical impact on your body, including hair thinning |
Talk to your GP for treatments and solutions that fit your needs |
Hair colour
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The scalp may naturally be more visible if your hair is lighter or grey |
Overstyling
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Frequent use of heat styling tools or tight hairstyles can lead to hair damage and breakage |
Avoid using heat styling tools frequently and opt for loose hairstyles to reduce hair damage |
Chemical treatments
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Chemical treatments such as coloring, perming, or relaxing can cause hair damage and thinning |
Reduce the frequency of chemical treatments and use gentle products to protect hair from damage |
Environmental factors
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Exposure to pollutants, sun damage, and harsh weather can damage hair and scalp |
Wear a hat or use hair products with SPF to protect hair from sun damage, and avoid exposure to harsh environmental conditions |