Clinical Causes of Hair Loss and Modern Medical Solutions
Why do we lose hair? We detail the genetic, hormonal, psychological, and environmental causes of hair loss through the eyes of medical professionals.
> **Disclaimer:** This article is for general informational purposes only. It does not replace medical diagnosis, treatment, or professional guidance. Please consult our Megaeste specialist physicians to get the most appropriate medical opinion regarding aesthetic operations and hair transplant procedures.
Losing between 50 and 100 strands of hair a day is considered a completely normal cycle in dermatology. However, if you see a much denser clump of hair on your pillow, in the shower drain, or your comb than normal, it could be a sign that your scalp or internal system is sounding an alarm. Hair loss (Alopecia) can develop based on different biological reasons in men and women. Under the clinical guidance of Megaeste, we focus on the fundamental and hidden causes of hair loss.
1. Androgenetic Alopecia (Genetic Hair Loss)
Also known as male pattern baldness, Androgenetic Alopecia is the most common type of hair loss globally. Over 90% of hair loss in men is shaped by genetic codes. Hair loss usually starts at the temples (receding front hairline) and the crown (vertex) area. In women, this condition manifests as diffuse thinning of the upper parts rather than a receding frontline. The main culprit in genetic shedding is the extreme sensitivity of the roots to the DHT (Dihydrotestosterone) hormone, which weakens the hair follicles.
2. Hormonal Changes and Thyroid Disorders
The hormonal balance in our body directly affects hair health. * **In Women:** Pregnancy, postpartum syndromes, menopausal transitions, and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) trigger severe shedding. * **Thyroid:** Both hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland) and hyperthyroidism (overactive) are direct culprits of hair loss. In hormonal hair loss, internal medicine or endocrinology physicians generally provide the primary treatment.
3. Telogen Effluvium (Acute Stress and Trauma)
Extreme physical or emotional stress abruptly pushes hair follicles from the "growth" (Anagen) phase into the "resting and shedding" (Telogen) phase. Undergoing a surgical operation, sudden weight loss of over 15 kilos, severe febrile infections, or psychological shocks can cause hair to fall out in handfuls, even months after the trauma.
4. Nutritional Deficiencies and Vitamin Depletion
Hair is not considered a vital organ in the human body. Therefore, when the body loses critical vitamins and minerals, it first sacrifices hair production to divert them to vital organs. * **Iron Deficiency Anemia:** The most common cause of hair loss in women. * **Vitamin B12, Zinc, and Vitamin D:** They play key roles in the cellular regeneration of roots. Major drops in these vitamins create weakening, dullness, and thinning in the hair.
Megaeste Solution-Oriented Approaches
If your hair follicles have not been permanently damaged and died, hair loss can be stopped, and thinning hair can be strengthened with modern clinical treatments. PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) and Hair Mesotherapy offered by Megaeste are excellent rescue plans where cell-regenerating and anti-shedding medical serums are injected into the scalp. However, for areas where hair roots have been completely lost (baldness occurred), the only globally accepted permanent treatment method is **Hair Transplantation**.