It is normal for a person to lose around 50 to 120 hairs every day. This is completely normal and part of the body's own hair growth process. This type of hair loss does not cause thinning hair (diffuse hair loss) or baldness. When you lose more than 120 hairs in a day, you can speak of hair loss. This problem can affect men, but also women. Hair loss does not necessarily have anything to do with gender.

Hair loss can have various causes. You may have vitamin or mineral deficiencies. Consider, for example, vitamin C, B, D or a deficiency of minerals such as zinc or selenium. However, hair loss can also be due to heredity or stress, for example.

Hereditary hair loss

Hereditary hair loss is one of the most common causes of hair loss. The most common cause of hereditary hair loss is largely known. The culprit is mainly the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT). This hormone occurs in both men and women and is formed from the male hormone testosterone. This is a process that takes place in the hair follicle of your scalp. Sometimes DHT can bind to androgen receptors, which reduces the growth phase, causing a hair follicle to die. This means that hair growth can no longer occur. The longer this process continues, the less and thinner hair you will get. Over time, several bald spots may develop.

Difference between alopecia androgenetica and alopecia areata

Alopecia areata involves patchy hair loss and can occur anywhere on the body. Complete baldness does not occur and hair growth can be restored after treatment. Unfortunately, with androgenetic alopecia the hair does not recover. The hair follicles become damaged to such an extent that this is no longer possible. Without a hair transplant, no new hair growth will occur. This condition can lead to complete baldness.

What cannot cause hair loss?

Diet can have a major influence on hair loss, but this is often only possible in very extreme cases. This could include anorexia, for example. With a healthy diet the same thing happens when someone develops vitamin and mineral deficiencies. Consider, for example, a vitamin B deficiency. Furthermore, headgear such as in the army used to be seen as a cause of hair loss, but this has not been proven. External influences such as dyeing the hair can affect the hair, but not the 'new growing hair'. This will simply be of good quality.

Hair growth phases

Hair growth is divided into 4 phases. These are the:

• anagen phase - growth phase from 1-6 years with 1 to 3 mm per day

• Catagen phase - switch from growth to rest

• Exogenous phase - the hair is actively preparing to fall out

• Telogen phase - Final hair loss

After the telogen phase, a hair follicle simply starts an anagen phase again. Hair follicles can produce new hair up to 20 times.

Other causes of hair loss - frequently asked questions

When your hair falls out and you get a thinner head of hair, you as a person can panic. After all, you don't just want to go bald! Many people wonder a lot of things, such as whether it has to do with hormonal imbalance? Or does it have to do with hereditary factors? We are happy to answer frequently asked questions so that you can gain more clarity about this.

• How can hereditary hair loss or hereditary baldness be recognized?

  If you suffer from hair loss, it is important to determine the cause as soon as possible. Your doctor or dermatologist can help you with this. Bald spots, possible pregnancy, hormones or vitamin deficiencies are always checked first.

• Can stress cause hair loss?
  Stress can certainly cause hair loss. This is due to the fact that stress can cause fatigue, increased blood pressure or hyperventilation. This can cause hair loss. In this case, your body can no longer break down the amount of adrenaline, which disrupts body processes.

• Can your hair care affect hair loss?
  Many people see their personal hair care rituals as one of the possible causes of hair loss. This is also correct. Your scalp needs the right care. For example, if you blow-dry your hair too often, it can damage your hair. Dyeing, straightening or curling your hair can also be an important cause of less healthy hair growth.

• Can your thyroid affect your hair loss?
  Of course. Both an underactive and overactive thyroid gland can cause hair loss.

• Can a procedure or operation cause hair loss?
  Major operations or intensive procedures can cause acute hair loss. In this case, your hair follicles are disrupted, causing them to fall out. Over time, your hair will grow and you won't have to worry about anything. Certain medicines can also cause hair loss.

• Can a strict diet affect hair loss?
  A crash diet can certainly influence this. With strict diets you do not get enough nutrients, which can cause a vitamin and mineral deficiency.

• Are there differences between hair loss in women and men?
  Male pattern baldness looks different than in women. With male hair loss you will quickly see it at the front, where a receding hairline and inlets become increasingly visible. Hair loss in women usually starts with a divorce or you will notice that your hair is simply getting thinner.

• Can you prevent hair loss?
  Hair loss caused by medications or medical treatments is difficult to prevent. However, with a healthy lifestyle you can always ensure that your body and therefore also your hair remains healthy. Also make sure that you do not have to deal with too much stress and take good care of your scalp and hair.

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Finally

In case of excessive hair loss, it is important to look for the underlying cause as quickly as possible. If you notice hair loss that is not normal and if you see that your normal hair growth is no longer the same, it is best to consult a doctor. This will look at your body and scalp with you and refer you to the dermatologist if necessary.