Hair fall - Ways to Stop Them from Falling

Before Going to the Treatment lets go through the causes of Hair fall. These are the few reasons why most men face baldness problem.

Chronic illness

·         Scalp infections

·         Thyroid problems

·         Nutritional deficiencies

·         Excessive use of anabolic steroids

·         Iatrogenic – Bad effects of certain therapeutic drugs

 

Numerous men hunt for various medications, techniques, solutions and cosmetics to get rid of hair fall problem. Treatment of hair fall includes prevention of thinning and shedding of hair with promotion of hair re-growth. These can be done with the help of following therapies –

·         Finasteride

Finasteride is a popular medicinal drug that is widely used in treating and preventing male pattern baldness. This drug is available in the form of tablet, which should be taken after consulting the doctor. After the oral administration of Finasteride, a specific enzyme known as 5alpha-reductase is reduced significantly that helps reverse the conversion of testosterone into DHT. This action mechanism of Finasteride decreases the levels of DHT to a great extent; thereby, restoring the problem of thinning and shedding of hair. The reports of clinical trials suggested that nearly 90% of men got satisfactory results from this drug. It is important to use this drug regularly to avail the benefits. Therefore, it is highly recommended to use this medicine after consulting the physician.

·         Minoxidil

Minoxidil is a medicinal solution/lotion that is locally applied on the affected regions of scalp. Minoxidil is applied with utmost care and precaution. This drug has the ability to enlarge and stimulate the hair follicle that promote the hair growth cycle around the scalp region. Regular use of this lotion will provide desired results. Hair experts say that people using Minoxidil should follow the instructions given on the leaflet. One may experience scalp itching and redness after using this solution, which usually subside after few days.

·         Hair Transplantation

Hair transplant is the final and permanent solution for hair fall problem. It is a surgical procedure that involves extraction of healthy hair follicles from the donor site, which are then implanted on the affected regions. Hair transplant is performed by a well-qualified trichologist or dermatologist.

Natural remedies that are useful in preventing hair fall are nettle root, saw palmetto, mustard seeds, olive oil and cinnamon. It is advisable to use this herbal remedies after consulting the physician. Natural methods are effective but they take longer time to get the desired results with no side effects.