Baldness refers to excessive hair loss from the scalp. Disturbances in the hair growth cycle can lead to baldness. Earlier, baldness was associated with old age, but today, even young people are affected by it. Bad lifestyle choices, including a lack of proper nutrition and stress, has made baldness all-pervasive.
While it is common in males, a small population of women too deals with this hair issue. We have compiled a few simple home remedies that have been scientifically proven to promote hair growth. However, if these remedies do not bring any changes, consult your healthcare provider to determine the cause of your hair loss and discuss the treatment options.
Read on to find out more about the causes, types, and home remedies for baldness in men and women.
What Are The Causes Of Baldness?
When it comes to male pattern baldness or female pattern baldness, genetics and hormones play a major role (1), (2). A combination of the following causes is responsible for baldness and hair loss in general:
- Aging
- Hormonal imbalance
- Injury or burns
- Scalp infections like ringworm
- Iron deficiency
- Insufficient protein content in the diet
- Family history of baldness
- Medical conditions or illnesses that cause hair loss
- Medicines used in chemotherapy (3)
- Depending on the causes and the age and gender of the person, baldness is categorized into different types.
Types Of Baldness
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