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The Basics of Hair Loss: For anyone considering using a hair loss treatment, here is an overview of the most important things you need to know, including the basics of hair growth and loss, and what treatments do, and the effects that you can expect from them. We also offer advice on how to stop hair loss and get hair growing again. How Hair Growth Works In a non-balding person, at any given time, 90% of hair follicles are growing, while 10% are resting. As one hair is lost, another grows to take its place. Typically what happens in a balding person is that the shed rate begins to exceed the regrowth rate. What causes hair loss? We now know that hair loss is associated with the presence of DHT (dihydrotestosterone). An excess of DHT leads to baldness over time. Genetics or underlying medical conditions are usually responsible for excess DHT. This usually occurs after a man hits puberty and affects millions of men. What causes temporary hair loss? While DHT is the primary cause of baldness, people can temporarily lose hair for other reasons, including: -lack of nutrition -medication and medical treatments -harmful hair products -infected or diseased scalp -illness These conditions can be treated with over the counter or prescription treatments. It's probably best to consult with a doctor if your baldness is caused by any of these factors. Treatments for Hair Loss There are 4 main treatments for hair loss. Some of these prevent loss, while others restart growth. The treatments include: -Antiandrogens: prevents DHT from binding with androgen receptors -Anti-inflammatories: reduces inflammation that can worsen hair loss -DHT inhibitors: restores healthy balance of shedding and regrowth by reducing production of DHT -Growth stimulants: these stimulate the growth of new hair Summary: Now that you know more about how hair loss treatments work, now you need to know which hair loss treatments are most effective. To find out, have a look at our reviews of the top hair loss treatments. |
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