Hair Loss
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Did you know 100-150 million people in the US suffer from hair loss? This is a common issue that can occur for various reasons, including genetics, hormonal changes, medical conditions, and lifestyle factors. Join our community for support and solutions available to so many men, women, and children just like you.
How Does Hair loss occur?
Understanding the hair growth cycle is key in understanding how hair loss occurs as hair loss often results from disruptions in this natural cycle. The hair growth cycle consists of three main phases that repeat over and over.
Anagen
(Growth Phase)
This is the active phase of hair growth when hair follicles are actively producing new hair. The duration is between 2-7 years, varying from person to person based on genetics. Hair grows appx. 1/2 inch per month during this phase.
Catagen
(Transitioning Phase)
Following the anagen phase, is this short transitional phase lasting 1-2 weeks. The hair follicle begins to shrink, and hair growth stops. Less than 1-3% of hair is in this phase at one time.
Telogen
(Resting Phase)
In this final phase, the hair follicle is at rest. It's no longer actively producing new hair, and the existing hair is held in place. This phase can last for appx. 100 days.
The Hair Growth Cycle & Hair loss
Now let's talk about the relationship between the hair growth cycle and hair loss. This knowledge assists in diagnosing and treating the underlying causes of hair loss. Since we know hair loss occurs when the natural balance of these phases is disrupted, lets discuss how different types of hair loss relate directly to the growth cycle.
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Androgenetic Alopecia (Male and Female Pattern Baldness): In this genetic condition, the anagen (growth) phase becomes shorter, and the telogen (resting) phase becomes longer. As a result, hair follicles produce thinner and shorter hair during each cycle, eventually leading to visible hair thinning and loss.
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Telogen Effluvium: This condition is characterized by an increased number of hair follicles entering the telogen (resting) phase prematurely due to factors such as stress, illness, medication, or childbirth. Hair shedding occurs a few months later, leading to noticeable hair loss.
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Alopecia Areata: In this autoimmune condition, the immune system attacks hair follicles, leading to hair loss. Affected follicles may enter the telogen phase, causing sudden and patchy hair loss.
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Nutritional Deficiencies: Inadequate nutrition can disrupt the hair growth cycle, causing more follicles to enter the telogen phase. This leads to hair shedding and thinning.
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Scalp Conditions: Scalp conditions like dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis can disrupt the anagen phase, affecting hair growth and potentially causing hair loss.
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