Alopecia: Cause and Remedies

There are many types of hair loss. Alopecia totalis is complete loss of hair from the head. Alopecia areata is loss of hair in form of patches from the head. Alopecia universalis is name given to loss of hair from all body parts.Cause of Hair Loss

Aging is not the only cause of hair loss. There are many factors that may lead to partial or complete loss of hair. Common causes of hair loss are stress (physical and emotional), vitamin A deficiency, deficiency of vitamin B and biotin, hormonal imbalance, strong chemicals in cosmetics, changes in body (as during pregnancy and menopause).

Other causes may be hypothyroidism, allergic reaction, anti-cancer drugs and poor circulation in the scalp region.

Remedies

Peel an onion and rub the piece on the area from which you have been losing hair. Rub it till the area becomes a little reddish in appearance. Apply thin layer of honey to this area for 15 to 20 minutes then wash with water. This is an ancient remedy for baldness.

Soak almonds overnight. Peel them and prepare a paste. Mix with equivalent amount of clarified butter and apply it warm to the hair. Keep it overnight then wash in morning with lukewarm water.

Prepare a paste of shikakai in curd and let it develop for 30 minutes. Apply the thin paste to the roots by gently rubbing it. Leave for one hour to dry then wash with water. No need for shampoo.

Likewise, paste of henna and gooseberry powder can also be prepared. Massage your hair with coconut oil, rosemary oil¸ virgin olive oil or pure almonds oil. All these oils help in growth of the hair by nourishing and strengthening the roots. Oil massage helps reduce stress, which may be responsible for your hair fall.

Tips

When you see hair come out on your comb frequently, consult the dermatologist immediately.  Do not comb or treat your hair harshly when your hairs are wet. Avoid blow drying your hair when experiencing seasonal hair loss.

Keep your hair clean. Dandruff, common cause of hair loss, develops easily in dirty hair. Check with your dermatologist before changing your hair care products.

Supplementation of vitamin E and B-complex helps in prevention and treatment of hair loss.