Hair loss can make many people not feel their best. It can make them feel less attractive and can even hurt their self-confidence which can affect relationships and even work. However there are ways to stop hair loss in its tracks and can even reverse this problem. This can give you back, not only the full head of hair you once had, but also your self esteem as well, which can really change your life.

The first thing to do when you want to stop your hair loss is to determine the cause of your hair loss. It can come from many different sources and therefore can be treated with many different treatments. You want to make sure that you are treating the real cause of the problem and not just a symptom of the problem, hair loss in this case. Hair loss can come from one source or can have many contributing factors. The idea is to figure out the reasons why and take care of them all. Hair loss can be caused by medications. A lot of people think of chemotherapy as being a hair loss medication and while it is, there are many others as well that can cause this. Therefore it is a good idea to examine the medications you take to see if hair loss is a side effect of any of them. Infections, such as scalp ringworm and infections of the hair follicles will cause hair loss. Even hormonal imbalances, stress and major illness, surgery or trauma can make you lose your hair. Medical issues can also cause hair loss. These can include conditions such as thyroid disorders, diabetes and even autoimmune diseases. Your doctor can advise you on whether any condition you have could be causing your balding. Your doctor is the best person to speak to about your hair loss. They can help you figure out why you are losing your hair and help you come up with a course of action to getting it back.

After you figure out what is causing you to lose your hair, you can find the right treatment. There are many different treatments from creams, shampoos, pills, sprays and even laser combs. You should make sure that whatever product you decide to go with is designed to combat the cause of your hair loss. You should be sure to be informed on everything that pertains to the treatment. Make sure you read the reviews on the product to make sure it really works. If you decide to go the surgical route, make sure you know what you are getting into. Learn about how the procedure works and what the risks are before you go under the knife. Your doctor should explain all this to you. Don't be afraid to ask questions if you want to know something. As long as you are completely informed on what you are getting yourself involved in when trying to stop hair loss, you can at least alleviate some stress, which can also cause hair loss.