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Does your hair suddenly seems a lot thinner? Here’s everything you need to know about what could be causing it, plus doctor-recommended tips and treatments for regrowth.
I was in the shower when I first noticed the nest of hair in the drain. Then I saw the clumps entangled between my fingers and I knew something was wrong. It was all over my pillow. At first, I assured myself it was a fluke, a one-time scare that was caused by shampooing too much. But after weeks of losing what felt like half of my thick head of curly hair, I started to panic.
Hair loss is more common than you might think. According to the American Hair Loss Association, women make up to 40 percent of hair loss sufferers in the U.S. When I finally went to see a doctor, I found out that the cause of my thinning was due to a switch in birth control which threw my hormones off. At that point, it had been months of stress and worry and now, I realize I should have gone to see a medical professional much sooner. In my case and the cases of so many women, hair loss can actually act as a warning sign for underlying health issues. It is important to be attuned to what is happening with your hair because it can be indicative of your hormones, your thyroid, your metabolism, and your overall internal health.
“There are many different reasons for hair loss and hair loss may be a symptom of a greater problem,” New York-based dermatologist Michelle Henry tells Allure. “If someone has thyroid problems, it's really important to pinpoint this because this derangement in their metabolism can affect their overall health. If someone has iron deficiency anemia, one of their first manifestations may be hair loss.” The sooner these conditions are found, the better. Hair loss is nothing to hide or feel ashamed about, especially when it can give us clues about what is happening with our health and well being.
Some women may not even be aware of their hormonal or thyroid issues until they come to the dermatologist looking to be treated for hair loss. To get an in-depth understanding of the different types of hair loss and possible reasons behind it, we went to the experts.
What are the most common types of hair loss?
If you are noticing a sudden lack of hair on your head, that is saying something already. “It's pretty normal to lose between 50 to 100 or a little bit above 100 hairs a day,” says Henry. “Much more than that becomes concerning and that's really important to let your dermatologist know.” Just as you would pay attention to a suspicious mole or keep your eye on a rash, it is important to take note of what is happening with your hair. Henry recommends a hair count test where you count every single hair you lose per day to gauge if what you are experiencing is totally normal or veering into something concerning.
Despite what you may have been led to believe, not all hair loss looks the same. Identifying exactly what type you are experiencing can help you get to the bottom of the problem.
Receding hairline and thinning hair
The most common cause of hair loss, known as male-pattern baldness or female-pattern baldness, is actually hereditary and usually occurs gradually as you get older. You might notice a receding hairline, thinning hair, or bald spots. If you are noticing thinning at the temples and in the hairline, that is a sign the follicle is affected. In that case, it would be time to see a dermatologist who can screen for any underlying issues like iron deficiency or hormonal imbalances.
“If the hair loss is slow and gradual and there is a family history, one can assume that it might be female pattern hair loss,” says Henry. “If the hair loss begins a few months post-pregnancy, then it is fair to assume that this is a telogen effluvium due to pregnancy.” Unlike WebMD, an actual dermatologist can actually take a look at your scalp, administer blood tests, and talk to you about your symptoms.
Shedding
Despite being panic-inducing, shedding is rather common after physical traumas, such as childbirth or surgery. Others might experience it after emotional traumas or periods of intense stress. Something as seemingly inconsequential as changing your birth control brand can also take a toll on your body and throw off your internal balance enough that hair loss follows.
