Why am I Losing my Hair?
More than 95% of hair loss is caused by
Androgenetic Alopecia, resulting from genetic and hormonal
factors. This type of hair loss is very easy to recognize,
especially in men. The hair thins and in many cases leads
to baldness in the area on the top of the head. The hair
at the back and sides of the head however, is retained. In
this form of hair loss hair that is normally shed on a daily
basis is replaced by thinner hair, until eventually the hair
is not replaced at all. If you have a predispositon to
this form of hair loss, you will start to lose your hair
at some stage. We cannot tell for sure how much hair you
will lose, but if hair loss is verty prevalernt in the
family, it is likely that you will follow the family trend.
Contrary
to what some people believe, it is NOT caused by stress,
dandruff, poor circulation or malnutrition. Neither is it
caused by washing your hair too much.
Another form of hair loss
is Alopecia Areata. This is a very striking form of hair
loss which does not generally follow the pattern of Androgenetic
Alopecia. Hair is lost in patches which can sometimes lead
to total loss of hair on the head. In severe cases the hair
on the body can be also effected. There is evidence that
stress and other psychological factors can trigger this disease.
In many cases the hair grows back of its own accord. In some
cases it does not.
Other causes of hair loss include a thinning
experienced by women afeter having a baby. Usually the hair
does thicken again in the months that follow the birth. A high
fever and hemorrhages can also cause hair loss.
Free Consultation - the
next step
The next step is to arrange a free
private consultation with a Mills and Mills Surgeon at
a centre
near you. This is easy to do. Simply call us on the number
provided and we will do the rest. We will be happy to chat
with you on the phone and answer any questions that you might
have. We know how important this procedure is to you. It
is our aim to provide you with a service second to none.
We look forward to hearing
from you.
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