subject: Young Women Suffering From Hair Loss [print this page] Hair loss is happened when the rate of hair shedding is much faster than the rate of hair growth. In women, there are a number of factors - from diet and nutrition to hormonal imbalances - that can contribute to hair loss. Once the reason is found out, you can take safety measures to stop it and grow the hair back.
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin D deficiency is one of the main reasons of hair loss for young women. It will also cause the hair to become dry and begin to break off. Being exposed to more sunlight or taking supplements will aid to correct this condition.
Pregnancy or Childbirth
Pregnancy and childbirth causes the hormones in women to become imbalanced, and hair loss is experienced. Usually, this problem is corrected after a few months.
Birth Control
The starting or suddenly stopping of birth control can result in hair loss. This is because the hormones are trying to adjust to the change in the body.
Improper Hair Care
Exposing the hair to too many harsh chemical will damage it and cause it to fall out. To restore hair to its healthy state, try using repairing and protein treatments.
Improper Dieting
In order to grow and remain healthy, hair needs regular nutrients and vitamins. The deficiency of vitamin A, vitamin B, biotin, iron or protein will result in hair loss.
Stress
In response to increased stress, sometimes the scalp releases hair. This may take place up to three months subsequent to the stressful event. Even though this type of hair loss is not permanent, it may take up to three months for the hair follicles to begin re-growth.
Illness
As a reaction to an imbalance caused by illness, the hair follicles are receptive to imbalances in the body, and may release hair. Usually, the hair loss due to illness resolves itself quickly.
Chemotherapy
The radiation treatments in chemotherapy stop the hair cells from dividing. During the treatment, a chemotherapy patient may lose up to 90 percent of scalp hair. Normally, the hair will re-grow within three weeks of the final treatment.
