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Female Hair Loss Treatment
Nothing can be more devastating for a women than to realize that her hair is coming out
far more extensively and rapidly than is normal. (Normal is 100-150 strands a day). Each hair
grows for a period of 2-6 years, goes through a short dormant period and then falls out
as the follicle pushes through a new hair. When new hairs do not replace the old or when
hair is coming out in clumps or sections, there is definite cause for concern.
Female hair loss comes from a variety of causes – some temporary, some permanent. Temporary
causes include pregnancy, anxiety and stress, too many strong treatments (coloring, bleaching),
too much manipulation, illness, disease, and infections of the scalp. Fortunately, regrowth
occurs naturally when as these causes dissipate.
Permanent hair loss occurs as a result of heredity and hormonal changes and unfortunately
is not reversed naturally. Women usually see hair loss begin at areas of parts, where parts
become wider. Female pattern baldness occurs primarily in the frontal areas; then, there
is general overall hair loss, resulting in a continual thinning of the entire head with
the scalp becoming more and more visible.
Treatments for female hair loss include a number of things:
1. Diet plays some role in hair loss, so it is important to commit to a healthy well-balanced
diet at all times.
2. Exercise increases blood circulation to all areas of the body, the scalp included.
Some studies have shown that increased blood circulation to the scalp can assist in the
stimulation of follicles to begin to produce hair again.
3. There are a number of natural herbal and oil remedies, most of which are topical, that
is, they involve applying solutions directly onto the scalp with the effect of opening
up closed follicles and enhancing the chance of hair production. These have varying degrees
of success, dependent upon the individual.
4. Wigs and hair extensions can provide non-permanent relief for sufferers and, fortunately, these
are considered acceptable fashion accessories today.
5. A number of medical products have also been developed specifically for females. It
is important to state here that women must be certain that products they use are specifically
designed for them. Male hair products often have ingredients which can be harmful to women,
particularly those of child-bearing age.
Medical products are available through prescription and over-the-counter. It would be wise to
consult with a physician first, before using any of these, to be certain that they are
not contra-indicated with any other medication currently being used and to be certain that
the hair loss is not the result of some other medical condition. Provillus has products
designed specifically for women, and is FDA approved. Research studies on the effectiveness
of these and other products, in terms of both reducing loss and promoting regrowth, is readily
available on the Internet, through a “Google” search. Some offer money-back guarantees,
and grafts. These are expensive and should be explored carefully before committing to
to yourself to take action. Life is to be enjoyed!