Why Hair Loss Happens and How to Fix It
Why is my hair falling out?
For many women, losing hair starts gradually. You may notice changes in the way your hair looks and feels. It is understandably distressing to see a part of yourself withering away. Some women might wonder “is it too late to save my hair?” But, in most cases, it’s not! In the modern day, there are FDA-approved hair loss medications that actually work.
First, why does hair loss happen
These are some of the most common causes of hair loss in women:
Shifting hormones - During perimenopause and menopause, estrogen and progesterone decline and can cause a multitude of distressing symptoms. One such symptom can be hair loss as your hair’s natural growth cycle shortens and causes hair to fall out more often.
Poor nutrition or poor absorption of nutrients - Low levels of iron, vitamin D, vitamin B12, zinc, protein, and other nutrients can create suboptimal conditions for hair growth. Even if you eat healthily and take supplements, your body can still have low levels of these if it is not absorbing nutrients efficiently.
Stress - Stress causes hair loss and causes elevated levels of cortisol, which can prevent hair regrowth.
Genetics - Certain genetic factors can make you more prone to hair loss. Just as many men experience male pattern baldness, many women experience female pattern baldness.
Hair loss treatment
Since the root cause of hair loss is a multifactorial problem, it requires a multifactorial solution. Here at Vitalify, we first order lab work to determine the likely culprit of your hair loss. Then we create a personalized treatment plan to suit your needs, typically involving a treatment with minoxidil, dutasteride, and spironolactone, which have been shown to prevent hair thinning and promote hair growth. If we identify a deficiency of vitamins, minerals, or hormones, we also offer treatments for those to optimize your hair’s ability to regrow.
How long does hair loss treatment take?
Due to the slow nature of the hair growth cycle, it takes a while for improvement to show. Within the first three months, shedding will slow, and around six months in, hair density will improve. Around nine to twelve months into treatment, your hair will feel fuller and healthier.
Where to go for hair loss treatment?
These medications require a prescription from a doctor or healthcare provider. If you’re wondering how to grow hair and you happen to live near North Port, FL or Peabody, MA, you’re in luck! These are our Vitalify locations where Caroline Jones APRN practices. She will work with you to find the best solution for your situation.
You can schedule a consultation by emailing us at vitaliftywellness@gmail.com or by texting the numbers below.
