Why Do People Lose Hair at an Early Age?
Hair loss occurs when the natural growth process of hair, which involves hair growing for a period of time, resting, and shedding before being replaced by more hair, is disrupted, according to Familydoctor.org. Inherited conditions, diseases, and certain medications can cause premature hair loss. Does this Spark an idea?
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Male- and Female-Pattern Baldness
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Androgenetic alopecia, also known as male- and female-pattern baldness, is a genetic condition that causes the hair follicles on the head to become shorter. This condition causes hair to become thinner and/or eventually fall out.
Alopecia Areata
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Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease that causes people to develop thinning hair or bald spots on their scalp, according to MedicineNet. The hair usually grows back eventually, but it may fall out several times, according to the Mayo Clinic.
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Medical Conditions
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Certain conditions, such as systemic lupus erythematosus, ringworm, and diabetes, can sometimes cause hair loss. Medications that are prescribed for gout, arthritis, and high blood pressure can also sometimes trigger premature hair loss, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Hormonal Changes
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Many women experience hair loss about three months after they have given birth because hormones cause their hair to remain on their scalp for longer than normal, according to Familydoctor.org.
Drugs
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Drugs used in chemotherapy destroy fast-growing cells in the body, which means that they sometimes kill hair cells along with cancerous cells.
Hair Treatments and Styles
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Sometimes products that are used to bleach, perm, dye, or straighten hair can cause a scalp infection and premature hair loss, according to the Mayo Clinic. Traction alopecia is a form of hair loss that results from a person wearing her hair in tight styles, such as a bun, ponytail, or cornrows.
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