Alopecia: How to prevent it?

Both the total number of Hair that each person has and the thickness of each of them is determined by genetics . The capillary density can be affected by several factors, including aging, heredity or changes in certain hormones that vary according to sex, as well as physical and emotional stress. A healthy hair is one that grows well but also has a uniform density throughout the scalp and a similar thickness of all hairs.

The alopecia may be diffuse or localized , depending on what area you lose more amount of hair as this Fall occurs. Another classification differentiates between the androgenic alopecia or common baldness in which the fall joins the decrease in the size of the hair over time, so that the hair loses density and the telogenic effluvia or sudden and alarming fall. Beyond the alopecias there are also other problems such as seborrheic dermatitis and excess capillary fat.

Dr. Cristina Serrano, dermatologist and member of the Spanish group of Trichology and spokesperson of the First National Campaign of Hair Care Vichy Dercos , says that the number of young males close to 25 years who come to consultation worried about alopeciais increasing early , especially if they have a family history. While for women the doubts reside in how much they will affect the dyes, dryers or irons to the consistency of their hair and, therefore, to the risk of a possible fall.

How to prevent hair loss?

• Regardless of the genetics that influence but is not decisive, it is necessary to carry out an adequate diet , combined with a healthy rhythm of life that does not include aggressive cosmetic procedures.
• Drastic diets that can lead to sudden falls of hair should be excluded .
• In addition, diets poor in trace elements or vitamins should be avoided , since they cause dryness, roughness or progressive loss of brightness.
• It is advisable to go to the specialist in case of fall or loss of density to make a diagnosis.

The optimal resolution of Hair Loss requires preventive measures that anyone can adopt because, today, “the vast majority of hair problems have effective treatment, especially if they are diagnosed early,” says Dr. Cristina Serrano.

When should you go to the doctor?

• Consult with the dermatologist in case the  hair loss is continued , exceeding a margin of two or three months , time in which seasonal falls occur but do not involve baldness.
• You should request an appointment with the specialist in the following cases:  if the hair is thinning or becoming weak   (especially if there is a family history of alopecia).
• In addition, you should see the doctor if there are areas with  bald spots and / or redness  and when there is  hair loss in any area other than the scalp , such as eyebrows, beard or armpits.
• Keep in mind that an excess of hair loss at advanced ages is normal, as over the years the number of hair decreases by itself, while also decreasing its growth.

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