Hair loss in teenagers can be due to many reasons.
Reasons of hair loss in teenagers are due to
Genetics, Nutrition, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), Thyroid
imbalance and stress.
it’s the genes that are to be blamed for hair loss. Androgenetic alopecia,
also known as female pattern baldness, is a genetic form of hair loss.
Teenage years are the time when you focus a lot on your looks and weight as
deficiency of vital nutrients such as iron, vitamin B12, vitamin D, zinc,
biotin and protein which are important for maintaining hair growth.
It is a condition where testosterone levels are higher than normal. Women
with PCOS do find themselves gaining weight, but it also has a negative
impact on the scalp and hair growth.
The expert says thyroid conditions that lead to increased or decreased
production of thyroid hormones may cause brittle hair and hair loss.
Tips to tackle hair loss
• Right diagnosis and starting the treatment early help in dealing with
hair loss.
• Diet rich in iron and protein should be included, so start having dates,
green leafy vegetables, lentils, chicken, fish, egg and nuts (protein-rich
foods).
• Avoiding tight hairstyles, decreasing the use of heating tools and using
heat protectants can be helpful.
• Dandruff control with regular cleansing of scalp and using anti-dandruff
shampoos can help.
• Visiting a dermatologist to assess the scalp or hair with blood tests and
scalp biopsy will help in diagnosing the underlying condition and help
initiate the appropriate treatment.
