Why Is My Hair Falling Out? Identifying the Culprits Behind Shedding

If you’re visiting this article, you might have spotted the first signs of hair loss, or maybe you’re concerned that it could happen to you one day in the future.

Getting to the bottom of why your hair is falling out is an important discovery to make so you can receive the best form of treatment to fight it.

This article will look at why men lose hair and what can be done to combat against it.

Why is My Hair Falling Out?

The primary reason some men lose hair is because of their genetic makeup. If you possess the genes for male pattern hair loss, they would’ve been passed down to you from previous generations and will have always been in you.

It’s not until you reach a certain point in life that the hair loss starts to appear, but theoretically it can happen at any stage of your adult life.

There is some evidence to suggest that the X chromosone, which you get from your mother’s side of the family, has the AR gene within it and this gene could make hair loss more likely than if you didn’t have it. Other genes play a role in male pattern hair loss, of course, but this is one that is thought to be more significant than others.

There is no guarantee that if you have this gene, your hair will fall out. However, it makes it more likely to happen than compared to somebody without the gene.

Just because your genetics are inclined to experience this doesn’t mean that there’s nothing that can be done to address the problem.

Other Reasons and Treatment Plans

However, it isn’t always because of genetics that you might be losing your hair. There are some other factors to consider.

If you are suffering from extreme stress and haven’t been able to get it under control, this could be the reason you’re seeing hair loss at a fast rate. Severe stress can keep many of your hair follicles within the telogen (resting) phase of your hair cycle, meaning they won’t be given as much time to grow.

You need to make sure you are spending time relaxing, exercising enough, and eating well to control your stress levels.

Otherwise, certain illnesses and treatments for illnesses, like medications or radiotherapy, can affect your hair’s condition and potentially cause it to fall out. In this instance, you should seek medical help from your doctor and they will be able to look into it.

However, for male pattern baldness, Sons prescribes Minoxidil and Finasteride as a dual action plan to prevent DHT hormones from halting hair growth and creating an overall better environment with increased oxygen and blood flow to your scalp’s hair follicles.

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