Hair loss is a daily occurrence; it refers to the shedding of hair. However, abnormal hair loss should be taken seriously and treated actively.
Why do women often experience hair loss?
1. Anemia. Experts say that iron supplementation can help improve anemia symptoms. A lack of vitamin C, and the consumption of caffeine or alcoholic beverages, can hinder iron absorption. It is recommended to drink fruit juice and eat iron-rich foods to promote hair regrowth.
2. Stress Syndrome. Stress can lead to premature graying. When under stress, the body releases various hormones that can affect the absorption of B vitamins, impacting hair pigmentation. Stress syndrome can cause alopecia areata-the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks scalp cells, causing large patches of hair loss. Relaxation and taking B-complex vitamins can improve premature graying.
3. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). PCOS in women is caused by excessive androgens, leading to thinning hair on the forehead and crown. This condition often occurs in patients with a family history of hair loss. Experts say that while patients experience hair loss on their scalp, their facial and body hair may grow excessively. Medications that lower androgen levels and scalp massages that promote blood flow can help hair regrowth.
4. Thyroid Disease. Hair loss is often the first symptom of thyroid dysfunction. Too much or too little thyroid hormone can affect metabolism and normal hair growth. Because all hair follicles are affected, hair loss is not a localized phenomenon. Experts say that medication and other treatments can help alleviate the condition. To help hair recover, it’s best to increase protein intake and massage your scalp every morning.
What are the best medications for treating hair loss?
Minoxidil solution for hair loss
Minoxidil is a commonly used hair loss treatment for people experiencing hair loss, such as those using brands like Minoxidil, Rogaine, Spinosad, and Dafixin. Minoxidil prolongs the hair growth phase, causing miniaturized hair follicles to enlarge, thus slowing down hair loss and promoting hair regrowth. Minoxidil has a long history abroad and is widely used in China. It is one of the very few hair regrowth drugs approved by the US FDA and is considered one of the two truly effective hair regrowth drugs currently available. Many users have reported good results.
Finasteride treatment for hair loss
Finasteride is also a commonly used hair loss treatment for people experiencing hair loss, such as Propecia, Proscar, and Proscar, which are oral medications. After taking finasteride, it can quickly reduce the level of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the serum and scalp by about 60%-70%, reducing the amount of DHT in hair follicles and preventing follicle atrophy, thus treating hair loss. Finasteride is also a hair growth medication approved by the US FDA, and its effects are quickly visible after use.
Traditional Chinese medicine preparations for treating hair loss
There are many hair loss prevention and hair regrowth drugs in China, most of which are based on the traditional Chinese medicine concept that “the health of the kidneys is reflected in the hair, and the hair is the surplus of blood.” They either nourish the kidneys and blood, supplement the hair with nutrients, or stimulate local blood circulation. For example, Zhangguang and Bawang are all like this, and their effects vary. However, many Chinese medicine preparations have not been clinically verified, their effects are not stable, and their prices vary.
