Going bald is a problem many people worry about these days. However, science has given us many ways to treat hair loss. It has also given us ways to prevent hair loss. This is a good idea to help anyone who is concerned they may lose their hair. Preventing balding is doable to an extent if you know what you are doing.

The first step to preventing balding is to know your risk factors. There are many things that can make you lose your hair. You should make sure you are aware of all the medications you are taking as some medications can make you lose your hair as a side effect. It is good to know what your medications may cause no matter what, so you know what to look out for. Any major illness or surgery can also make you lose your hair. This may no be preventable, but knowing this ahead of time can help you from being surprised when you experience the hair loss. Certain medical conditions can also contribute to your hair loss. Some conditions that will do this include hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism and even diabetes. Autoimmune disorders cause the immune system to become confused and attack the body itself, rather than infections. It can even attack your hair. If you know you have any medical conditions, it is good to know what they may cause, including hair loss. Your doctor should explain these conditions to you and answer any questions you may have on them. Even poor diet can contribute to your hair loss, which is why it is so important to eat a well balanced diet. Studies have been done in which a correlation was made between high fat diets and hair loss. Depression, major emotional trauma (such as the death of someone close to you), stress and anxiety can cause you to lose your hair. However, the most common cause for baldness is genetic.

Knowing what may cause your hair loss is the first step to preventing balding. For instance, if you know your parents struggle with male or female pattern baldness, then there is a chance you also will suffer from this hair loss condition. Scientists have isolated the gene that causes this and can actually test your hair to se if you carry that gene. The test will only tell you if you will get androgenic alopecia, or pattern baldness. It does not test for any other type of baldness. Making sure that you eat a proper diet rich in protein with a multivitamin supplement designed for healthy hair can also help prevent hair loss. You can find these in pharmacies or even get a medical grade supplement prescribed by your doctor. The best thing to do if you know you are at risk for developing hair loss is to watch for signs of it beginning. Some of these signs are receding hairline, thinning hair, more hair than usual coming out when you brush. If you notice ay of these symptoms, you should see your dermatologist right away. Treatment works best when it is started as soon as the balding begins, before the follicle have deadened and will never grow hair again.