The hair that is normally shed is the hair that is in the period of retreat and rest. Since the hair entering the degenerative period and the newly entering the growing period is constantly in dynamic balance, the normal amount of hair can be maintained.
It is normal to drop 50 to 100 strings of hair a day, but if it exceeds this amount, it may be alopecia (a large number of hair loss is medically known as alopecia). The cause of the disease is normally that the hair follicle lesions and replaced by scar tissue. Hair loss can affect the health of the scalp and even the whole body.
There are many reasons for pathological hair loss:
1. Androgenetic alopecia
For autosomal dominant inheritance, its genetic characteristics need to be expressed under the action of androgen.
2. Neurological alopecia
When there is too much mental stress, there is often an increase in hair loss. Under the effect of mental stress, the human vertical muscle contraction, hair erect, autonomic or central nervous system disorders, hair follicle nipple changes and malnutrition, resulting in hair growth inhibition.
3. Endocrine alopecia
Hair growth is affected by a variety of endocrine hormones, so when an endocrine abnormality occurs, it often causes hair loss diseases, such as postpartum and menopausal hair loss.
4. Nutritional hair loss
Hair is an external manifestation of physical condition. Malnutrition and abnormal metabolism can cause changes in hair quality and hair color, severe malnutrition and even lead to hair loss.
5. Physical hair loss
Common physical factors that cause hair loss include mechanical stimuli and exposure to radioactive materials.
6. Chemical hair loss
Chemical factors can cause hair color changes or even hair loss.
7. Infectious hair loss
Infection of various pathogens is an important factor in hair diseases, including infections such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, spirochetes, and parasites.
Hair loss may be caused by heredity, hormone secretion, physical condition, and medication. Men, women and children are likely to have problems with hair loss, but through treatment and changing lifestyle habits, hair loss problems will be alleviated.
1. release pressure.
Excessive stress may cause different degrees of hair loss, so relax your mood. Meditation, walking, and yoga can help relieve stress. You can also take notes to figure out the source of stress every day. If the source of stress can be alleviated, the hair may regenerate. Stress can also lead to localized hair loss. which cause the body's immune system to attack the hair follicles.
2. take care of the hair.
Do not comb the over-tightened head shape, such as a comb, a bun, or a ponytail. Don't rub your hair. When shampooing, make sure the action is gentle, using warm water instead of hot water. Don't use too much force when combing your hair.
3. drink water.
A quarter of the hair is made of water. Drink at least 8 cups of water per day with a cup of about 230 ml. Ample water is good for hair growth.
4. Add herbs to your diet.
Sage can increase hair density and rosemary can promote hair growth. Both herbs can be used during cooking. Eat these herbs every week. Rosemary is best used when fresh. A balanced diet can avoid hair loss.
Traditional Chinese medicine has a long history about hair loss. It had been recorded in ancient literature. Chinese medicine believes that hair loss is closely related to the kidney, liver, spleen and qi of the human body. The normal growth of hair requires strong kidney and strong blood. In the view of Chinese medicine, its pathogenesis includes blood heat, blood deficiency, yin deficiency, and kidney deficiency. Dialectical treatment varies according to the pathogenesis of the disease.