Hair loss is a common problem faced by every person with aging. Hair loss, also known as alopecia, can either affect your scalp or your entire body. It can be either a temporary or permanent type of hair loss problem. There is no definite cause of hair fall or hair loss problem.

It can be a result of hormonal changes, some medical conditions, heredity, or just a normal part of aging. Losing hair is common, but mostly noticed in men.

The loss of hair, baldness typically refers to hair loss from the scalp in an excessive amount. It is evident that hair loss is common. On one hand people prefer to let their hair fall and leave them untreated, on the other hand some people try every method and remedy to restore their hair growth and volume. And others choose to go for hair transplant and restoration treatments.

But it is necessary to talk with your doctor about the cause of your hair loss and treatment options before going for any hair loss treatment.

There are different ways in which the hair loss can appear, depending on what’s causing it. Either It can appear suddenly or it can appear gradually and can affect both your scalp or your whole body.

Signs and symptoms of hair loss may include:

Gradual thinning on top of head.

Circular or patchy bald spots.

Sudden loosening of hair.

Full-body hair loss.

Patches of scaling that spread over the scalp.

Loosing 50-100 hair is very common. This is not noticeable due to new hair growing in at the same time. The problem of hair loss occurs when new hair does not replace the hair that has fallen out.

Family history (heredity).

Hormonal changes and medical conditions.

Medications and supplements.

Radiation therapy to the head.

A very stressful event.

Hairstyles and treatments.