subject: Some Hair Loss Treatment Options [print this page] Hair loss is a common problem in both men and women but men suffer the symptoms more frequently and severely than women. Approximately one in every three men develops these symptoms before the age of 30. Androgenic alopecia or male pattern baldness is the most common type of hair loss from which the majority of men suffer. The major causes of hair loss include hormonal fluctuation, certain types of medication, nutritional deficiency, scalp infection and some other diseases.
A wide variety of hair loss treatments are available including their own pros and cons. A lower dose of Finasteride is proved very effective in stopping and regenerating hair in the case of androgenic alopecia or male pattern baldness. Finasteride is often discouraged by the physician because the drug has to be continued for long time. Sufferer experiences hair fall within 6 to 12 months if finasteride is discontinued. And long term use of the drug may cause verities of sexual dysfunction including impotency and gynecomastia.
Minoxidil is used as topical solution on the scalp and it has vasodilation properties. The use of the drug can stop hair loss and regrow new hair but like finesteride the majority of changes reversed within months after the discontinuation of the drug.
Hair loss due to the reasons other than hormonal change will improve as long as the patient takes care of the underlying cause. For example hair loss due to infection on the scalp will stop and reverse once the infection is cured. If the hair loss is due to a certain types of medication then the sufferer may need to change it with doctor's suggestion.
One of the common causes of hair loss is lack of proper nutrition. The circulatory system needs to exert more force in order to send blood to the upper part of the body. Because of the poor nutrition and weak circulation the scalp devoid of blood supply and can't access nutrients necessary for hair nourishment. As a result, hair follicles gradually become shrunk and then damaged permanently.
Inadequate intake of some B vitamins (e.g. pyridoxine, biotin, inositol and folic acid) and minerals such as magnesium, sulfur and zinc can trigger hair loss. Diet rich in those foods will improve the hair loss condition and help to regrow the hair. These nutrients are useful to nourish hair follicles. A lack of vitamin A is interlinked with hair fall but an excess of it triggers hair loss. Vitamin E also helps to promote hair growth by increasing circulation to the scalp. Nutritional component should come from the natural source in order to have their maximum bioavailability and potentiality.
Natural remedy:
There are many natural and herbal remedy for hair loss to use externally and internally. External medication includes applying onion, lemon and different herbal extract on the scalp. Internal medication improves hair loss by enhancing body's circulation and nurturing hair follicles. Stinging nettle, Ginkgo biloba, Pygeum and Green tea are some effective natural herbs in treating both male and female pattern balding.
