Alopecia
Causes of Alopecia
Alopecia, or baldness, is a state of lacking hair. Alopecia is a state of hair thinning and a state of resting hair falling and no new growth of hair.
Alopecia areata is mainly seen in adult men. The causes are the same as the ones mentioned on the page about baldness.
Some fungal infection on the scalp or skin can lead to Alopecia temporarily. Tumors and skin outgrowths can also cause temporary and localized Alopecia. Treatment such as chemotherapy can cause some serious hair loss leading to baldness in some cases. Hypothyroidism can cause outer thinning and balding of eyebrows. Aging is also a big factor in causing Alopecia areata. As we age our new growth of hair stops and over a period of time the existing hair falls which leads to baldness. One of a rare cause of Alopecia areata can be anxiety, depression, social phobia etc. but these lead to baldness with a very slow pace. One of the main and most common cause of Alopecia is heredity. Families who have a heredity of Alopecia areata , generally pass it down to the lower generations also.
Alopecia Treatment
As discussed above regarding the causes of alopecia, if it is due to ageing, not much treatment can be done about it except for hair transplant or hair weave. As aging is a natural process so any kind of drugs or medication may just postpone balding but to treat Alopecia areata totally is very rare.
The hair loss or balding due to temporary chemotherapy or some serious illness can be cured by medication or by discontinuing the said treatment.
The treatment of Alopecia due to heredity is still to be discovered. But artificial hair transplants and hair weaves are good options. These procedures are little painful and expensive but they treat Alopecia areata permanently.
Alopecia due to local skin infection or scalp infection or some kind of fungal infection or tumors can be cured fully by medication, but it is a slow process and may take months for the hair to grow fully.
Natural Treatments for Alopecia Areata
Also try the following natural remedies to prevent and to an extent treat alopecia:
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Rubbing your left and right hand nails with each other is an extremely effective method to cure hair fall and treat alopecia areata. It is also very simple. You need to fold both your palms inwards and place the fingernails of both hands against each other. Then with regular swift motions, rub them against each other. This rubbing procedure increases the blood flow to the scalp and helps in strengthening the roots. Apart from stopping further hair loss, it also leads to regrowth of lost hair in people suffering from baldness or alopecia. It also prevents and reverses the process of graying. Do it for about 5-7 minutes twice a day. It is tried and tested and will definitely show results. You need to be patient though. You will begin to notice a difference in about a month and by the end of 6 months you would probably be successful in ridding yourself of all your hair problems.
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Mix one cup of brandy and one egg well. Apply this on the scalp and massage gently for some time. Then leave on for some more time and relax. Shampoo off. This encourages the growth of hair and is a good treatment for Alopecia.
Prevent Alopecia
There is no permanent treatment for alopecia but by preventing hair fall may be one can avoid alopecia areata. To prevent hair loss is entirely up to you. Do not wear your hair very tight. Everyday exercise can do wonders for your hair. The increased blood supply to the scalp while working out strengthens the roots and prevents hair fall. Maintain a healthy diet with good vitamin rich nutritious food. Avoid stress and staying up late. Maintain a good hair care regimen. Have regular eating and sleeping habits. Avoid chemical treatments on your hair. Maintain good hygiene of your scalp. Use a mild shampoo. In case of hair loss due to a certain medication, consult your doctor and ask him to suggest an alternative. Try the natural treatments described above and on the home page patiently for long lasting results.