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What Causes Rapid Hair Loss?

I m noticing that I lose hair from my head all day long... I ve typically shed throughout my life but have always had very thick hair. Now my hair continues to shed , not in clumps but all throughout the day I lose pieces of hair & my hair is not as thick. I m worried about losing too much. Is this common for mid to late 40 s? Or what could cause this to happen?
Tue, 14 Jul 2015
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Hello dear,

The causes of hair loss/thinning of hair are:
1. Environmental factors
2. Stress
3. Deficiency of certain minerals, vitamins & amino acids in diet. e.g. zinc, Vit B complex, lysine.
4. Hormonal causes like Thyroid disorder, etc.
5. Any incidence of surgery, shock, etc.

Management includes:
1. Treating the underlying cause
2. Avoidance of stress
3. Dietary modifications
4. Minoxidil solution to be applied locally to stimulate the hair follicles
5. Multivitamin & mineral supplementation

If hair fall is still not under control, it will be better to consult a Dermatologist to find out the underlying cause & start treatment accordingly.

There is no need to worry. Your hairs will grow back again.
Wishing you a Good Health
Take care.
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What Causes Rapid Hair Loss?

Hello dear, The causes of hair loss/thinning of hair are: 1. Environmental factors 2. Stress 3. Deficiency of certain minerals, vitamins & amino acids in diet. e.g. zinc, Vit B complex, lysine. 4. Hormonal causes like Thyroid disorder, etc. 5. Any incidence of surgery, shock, etc. Management includes: 1. Treating the underlying cause 2. Avoidance of stress 3. Dietary modifications 4. Minoxidil solution to be applied locally to stimulate the hair follicles 5. Multivitamin & mineral supplementation If hair fall is still not under control, it will be better to consult a Dermatologist to find out the underlying cause & start treatment accordingly. There is no need to worry. Your hairs will grow back again. Wishing you a Good Health Take care.