12 possible reasons your hair is falling out

Hair loss is a common concern for many people, and there can be various reasons behind it. It is something that can affect a lot people in different ways, especially hitting their confidence and mental health.

But not all hair loss is purely genetic. Here are 12 potential reasons why your hair might be falling out:

Genetics:

Hereditary-pattern baldness, or androgenic alopecia, is the most common cause of hair loss. This often relates back to the production of DHT (dihydrotestosterone) in both men and woman. It is well known that family members have experienced hair loss, you may be genetically predisposed to it as well, however getting ahead of the issue can really help slow DHT and reduce hair loss, TenT offers a suite of products to help with this.

Hormonal Changes:

Conditions like pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, thyroid disorders, and PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) can lead to hormonal imbalances that contribute to hair loss.

Stress:

Stress continues to be the bodies silent assassin, even with hair loss. Physical or emotional stress can lead to a type of hair loss called telogen effluvium, which usually manifests a few months after the stressful event. 

Nutritional Deficiencies:

Lack of essential nutrients, such as iron, protein, and certain vitamins, can lead to hair thinning or loss. A healthy diet will help keep your hair in order and supplements (such as TenT's hair supplement can really help boost your hairs strength and slow hair loss)

Medications and Treatments:

Certain drugs, including those for cancer, arthritis, heart problems, and high blood pressure, can cause hair loss as a side effect.

Hairstyling and Treatments:

Over styling, this is a big one that many people don't think about. If you have weak or thin hair it's important to keep the hair healthy using clean from chemical products, products that are not too heavy or hard top wash out (i.e a hard wax) as these can often exacerbate the issue but pulling more hair out while using or trying to wash out. 

Also subjecting your hair to heat can weaken hair and cause breakage. Chemical treatments like hair dyes, perms, or relaxers can also damage hair.

Alopecia Areata:

This is an autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks hair follicles, leading to patchy hair loss.

Traction Alopecia:

Straining your hair is never a good idea and hairstyles that pull the hair tight, like ponytails or cornrows, can cause hair loss. 

Infections:

Conditions like ringworm can infect the scalp and lead to hair loss. Underlying

Medical Conditions:

Diseases such as lupus and diabetes can cause hair loss in some people.

Scalp Conditions:

Issues like seborrheic dermatitis (dandruff), psoriasis, or fungal infections can lead to hair thinning or loss.

Sudden Weight Loss or Dieting:

Something that is not thought about when trying to lose weight is that rapid weight loss, especially if it's not done healthily will reduce the amount of nutrients the hair is getting and can lead to hair shedding. Again if this is something you are thinking of doing, ensure to use a hair supplement (such as TenT's hair supplement) to ensure your hair is getting the required nutrients.

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It's good to remember that some hair loss is natural; on average, we lose 50 to 100 hairs a day.

However, if you notice an unusual amount of hair loss or are concerned about it, then getting ahead of the issue is always the way to go, especially if you are more concern that it is related to genetics and the build up of DHT in your hair.