Abstract

HAIR LOSS

Ajit S. C.*, Bansode G. V., Bawage S. B. and Wasmate D.

ABSTRACT

What is hair loss? Hair loss is a very common condition and affects many people at some point in their lives. It is common for the average person to lose 50-100 hairs a day. Those with bald spots or thinning hair mean that they are thinning hair, in a way more than they are compared to others. Hair loss is a common occurrence. It can be caused by a variety of diseases that can be Con-Genital or diagnosed. Physicians’ ability to understand etiological features and differences between these disorders It helps them to reach the right diagnosis and treatment. A thorough clinical examination of the patient with falling hair is necessary to reach a conclusion. Physicians must keep abreast of new medical developments. This review article will focus on ac – Causes of Hair Loss. It will provide general practitioners with basic information and man Hair loss is a common occurrence. It can be caused by a variety of diseases that can be genital warts or infections. The ability of treating physicians to understand etiological factors and the differences between these disorders helps them to achieve appropriate diagnosis and treatment. A thorough clinical examination of the patient with falling hair is required to achieve diag-nosis. Physicians must keep abreast of new medical developments. This review article will focus mainly on the common causes of hair loss. It will provide general practitioners with basic information on the management of hair loss and general baldness.

Keywords: Hair loss treatment, minoxidil, alopecia, hair loss, Androgenic alopecia, Involutional alopecia, Telogen Effluvium Alopecia, scalp folliculitis, Cicatricial alopecia, Traction alopecia, Treatment.