What is the disease of severe hair loss?

　　Everyone suffers from hair loss, but if you find that your hair falls out in clumps when combing your hair, or your hair is all covered with hair strands after washing your hair, and you can even see your scalp, then you should be vigilant. Severe hair loss in women is not just an "image problem", but may be a sign of internal disease in the body. Don't just blame stress or a bad shampoo. The real cause may lie in your hormones, metabolism or immune system.

What is the disease of severe hair loss?

　　1. Androgenic alopecia (seborrheic alopecia)

　　The most common type of hair loss is related to genetics and androgen levels. Men usually have a receding hairline and thinning of the top of the head, while women usually have diffuse thinning of the hair on the top of the head. It is often accompanied by excessive oil production and itching on the scalp, and the hair follicles gradually become smaller and smaller. Without intervention, the condition will continue to worsen and requires early targeted treatment.

　　2. Alopecia areata

　　Autoimmune diseases, whose causes are related to immune disorders and mental stress, manifest as sudden round or oval hair loss spots with clear borders, and the skin in the hair loss area is smooth and free of inflammation. It may be single or multiple. In severe cases, it may develop into alopecia totalis, which needs to be improved through immune regulation and topical medication.

　　3. Telogen effluvium

　　Due to major stress, such as postpartum, recovering from a serious illness, dieting to lose weight, staying up late for a long time, etc., a large number of hair follicles enter the resting phase early. It manifests as diffuse hair loss, and hair loss increases significantly when combing and washing hair. Most of the hair loss can be recovered within 3-6 months after removing the inducement and conditioning.

　　4. Infectious alopecia

　　It is caused by scalp infections, such as tinea capitis (fungal infection) and folliculitis (bacterial infection). In addition to hair loss, it is often accompanied by scalp erythema, pustules, itching or pain. Infection will directly damage hair follicles, and if treatment is delayed, it may lead to permanent hair loss, and antifungal or antibacterial drugs need to be targeted.

How to improve severe hair loss

　　1. Seek medical attention promptly to determine the cause of the disease

　　When hair loss is severe, go to a dermatologist first to determine the type and cause of hair loss through hair follicle testing, hormone level testing, etc. to avoid blind use of medication. If it is caused by a disease, you need to follow the doctor's advice to treat the primary disease. For example, for androgenic alopecia, topical minoxidil and other drugs can be used, and targeted intervention is more effective.

　　2. Adjust life and emotional state

　　Avoid staying up late for long periods of time and ensure 7-8 hours of sleep to reduce hair follicle damage.； Relieve mental stress, regulate emotions through exercise, meditation, etc., and avoid anxiety ； Avoid excessive dieting, maintain balanced nutrition, reduce the triggering factors of telogen hair loss, and provide a good environment for hair growth.

　　3. Scientific hair care

　　Reduce frequent dyeing and perming. Chemical components in dyeing and perming agents can damage hair follicles and hair quality.； Use warm water and mild shampoo when washing your hair and avoid scratching your scalp ； Comb your hair with a wide-toothed comb and gently comb from the ends to reduce mechanical hair loss. ； Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and protect your scalp from the sun.

　　4. Supplement nutrients needed for hair growth

　　Eat more protein-rich foods, such as lean meat, eggs, and soy products, to provide raw materials for hair follicles to grow.； Supplement nutrients such as vitamin B, vitamin D, iron, and zinc, such as spinach, nuts, and deep-sea fish. Iron deficiency can easily lead to anemic hair loss, and zinc deficiency can affect the normal development of hair follicles.

　　Severe hair loss is not a trivial matter, so don’t blindly buy anti-hair loss shampoo to “help yourself.” It is recommended to go to the hospital as soon as possible to check six sex hormones, thyroid function, blood routine and ferritin, and then target treatment after the cause is clear. At the same time, maintain a regular schedule, a balanced diet, and reduce perming and dyeing to give your hair a healthy growth environment. Only by early detection and early treatment can we keep the "top priority".