Hair enhances your beauty, but the problem of thinning hair has become common these days. Many people complain that their hair is getting thinner day by day. This problem is seen in many women and men. This happens when you are not able to take proper care of your hair. There are many reasons for hair thinning, some of them are physical or emotional stress, hormone imbalance, nutritional deficiency, pollution, allergies, etc. In this article, we have also told you other reasons for hair thinning, which is very important for you to know.

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So let us tell you in this article why hair is thin -

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  1. Causes of thinning hair
  2. Thin hair treatment
  3. Takeaway
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There can be many reasons behind the thinning of hair, of which the major reasons are mentioned here -

Use of the wrong products

Due to hair fall, they become thinner and the reason for hair thinning is the use of the wrong products. Never use shampoos that have a high sulfate content, as chemical-rich products can make your hair dry or weaken the hair roots. Because of this, hair starts falling and then it becomes thinner. Always use a mild shampoo and then apply a great conditioner to your hair. After you wash the hair with conditioner with water, then massage the scalp for half an hour. This will increase blood circulation in the scalp and make the hair strong.

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Other reasons for thinning hair

Apart from the reasons mentioned above, your hair may also be thinning due to these reasons like birth control pills, excessive dieting, autoimmune diseases, hair pulling habit, smokinginsomniaPCOS, recent surgery, excessive intake of Taking Vitamin A, sudden weight loss, etc.

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Genetic

If someone in your family has had the problem of thinning hair before, then this problem can happen to you too. Genetically, the problem of hair loss is seen more in men. Some percent of its effect is also seen in women. If you have a problem with thin hair, then this problem can also be genetic. To know this, first of all, talk to your doctor once and then choose the right way to take care of your hair and scalp.

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Delivery

Hair becomes thick, shiny, and thick during pregnancy, but after delivery, there is a change in hormones due to which hair starts falling and due to hair fall, hair starts thinning. Three months after delivery, hair growth stops due to hormonal changes. When your hormone levels get balanced, the condition of the hair becomes the same as before.

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Thyroid problem

Hypothyroidism is another main reason for thinning hair. Your body is not able to produce the right amount of hormones, due to which hair starts getting damaged. If you see any of these symptoms like dry skin, thinning of hair, or depression, then definitely get your doctor checked.

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Hair loss

You wash your hair several times a week, due to which the hair follicles get damaged a lot. Apart from this, the production of sebum in the scalp of many people is high, due to which your scalp becomes smooth. Hair starts feeling oily after two days of shampooing. Hair can also become thin due to the closure of hair follicles. To get rid of this problem, wash your hair with shampoo only two to three times a week. If you wash your hair too often, it can also damage your hair follicles, so do not wash your hair too much or too little. Also, keep in mind that the shampoo available for hair does not contain conditioner. Always use conditioner separately.

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Excessive use

If you like to tie tight hair daily, then change this habit, because even this can make your hair thin. Thinning hair can leave you with traction alopecia - a condition in which growing hair on one side leads to hair loss in that area. To prevent hair thinning, avoid combing hair on one side only. Change hairstyle daily. If the problem of hair thinning does not stop even then, then do talk to a dermatologist once. Also, do not use hot tools that can damage your hair. Using hot tools can make your hair frizzy and break in the middle, so use these tools sparingly.

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Medical conditions

The problem of hair thinning depends on many health conditions. If you have thyroid or heart disease then your hair may become thinner. Even during the treatment of any disease, your hair may become thin or frizzy or may fall out. Patients suffering from cancer also start losing hair or due to this, their hair becomes thinner. Our advice is that if your hair has suddenly started falling out or it is getting thinner then do talk to your doctor once.

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Anaemia

Hair can also become thin due to a lack of blood in the body. The problem of anemia is mostly seen in women because iron is removed from the body due to periods occurring every month. Not only this, in the problem of Crohn's, the body of the patient is not able to absorb iron, due to which there is a problem of hair thinning. The most common source of iron is red meat, but iron is also found in abundance in spinach, lentils, beans, etc. Apart from this, you can also take iron supplements, but before taking supplements, do talk to your doctor once.

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Protein deficiency causes thinning hair

Lack of protein in the body also leads to thinning of hair. To meet the deficiency of protein, eat such foods which are rich in protein. Apart from this, if you are a non-vegetarian, you can also eat chicken or meat, because they also have high protein content. You can also take protein and iron supplements. Along with this, protein-rich foods like beans, lentils, milksoybeanegg, etc. can also be eaten.

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Stress causes hair thinning

Stress affects your overall health. Stress also affects your hair, due to which your hair starts to look thin. Stress can be of any kind like the death of someone in the house, divorce, a fight in a relationship, pressure in a job, etc. Due to these, there is tension and in such a situation your hair can become thin instead of thick. Due to stress, your sleep, diet, and hormones are affected, and your hair starts falling. Along with hair fall, the hair also becomes thinner. To prevent hair thinning, reduce stress and engage in activities that lift your mood. The better you feel, the faster your hair problems will subside.

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Most cases of thinning hair can be treated at home. Consider the following five options, and be sure to talk to your doctor before taking any supplements or treatments -

Laser therapy at home

Laser therapy is commonly used by dermatologists and other skin specialists. Now, the US FDA has permitted some products to be used at home. The aim of at-home laser therapy for hair is to make your hair thicker as well as help in re-growth. It may take several months to get results.

The biggest drawback of at-home laser therapy is its cost. Some machines sell for thousands, and they may not work. Talk to your doctor before making such a huge investment.

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Corticosteroids

Corticosteroids are prescription treatments used for medical conditions associated with inflammation. Sometimes, medical conditions associated with inflammation can cause a variety of symptoms, including hair loss.

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Finasteride

Finasteride is a prescription medicine for hair loss. This is for men only. Unlike topical treatments like minoxidil, it comes in a daily pill form that men take for hair loss. Women should avoid these drugs because of serious side effects - especially if they are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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Spironolactone

Spironolactone is prescribed to people who have thinning hair due to disturbances in androgen production. In women, this medicine can help treat hair thinning and subsequent hair loss related to hormonal fluctuations. A blood test is required before starting it to ensure that there is no androgen production disorder.

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Minoxidil

Minoxidil, best known by its brand name Rogaine, is a US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved hair loss treatment that is available over the counter. When applied directly to the scalp twice a day, you can gradually start noticing thicker hair. Minoxidil is available in liquid or foam.

According to the Mayo Clinic, it can take up to 16 weeks for Rogaine to take full effect. You must use it consistently, otherwise, you will not get the right results.

There are some possible side effects, which must be discussed with your doctor.

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By knowing the cause of hair thinning and treating them in time, problems like hair fall can be avoided. Therefore, one should immediately contact a doctor if any of the reasons mentioned here are observed and proper treatment should be taken according to the doctor's suggestion. Along with this, there is a need to pay attention to your food and drink.

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