What are the causes of sudden hair loss?

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Male Hair Loss, Questions, Treatment | Dr Dhanraj Chavan | July 4, 2021

One of the most important parts of the body which enhances the outer beauty of a person is their hairs on the scalp. Hair changes persons look and personality and enhance the look. However, Nowadays more than 60-70% of people face hair fall and hair thinning problems. So many of them face sudden hair loss and always think about what are the causes of sudden hair loss?

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There are various factors responsible for hair loss like a lack of proper nutrition, exercise, genetic factors, pollution, hormonal imbalance, etc. Hair fall is a very common condition seen in men, women, teenage girls, and boys.

Table Of Contents

Reasons for sudden hair loss

Natural ways to control hair loss

Causes of Sudden Hair Loss in Patches

Treatment for hair loss

Reasons for sudden hair loss

1) Heredity

The most common cause of hair loss is heredity which causes male-pattern or female-pattern hair loss. Male-pattern hair loss is also called androgenic alopecia. In this condition, a person starts with hair fall. Followed by hair thinning in the frontal part of the scalp and crown area and hairline receding.

2) Hormonal Changes

Various conditions can cause sudden permanent or temporary hair loss. Which includes hormonal changes during pregnancy, menopause, Childbirth, and thyroid problems. PCOS is a common hormone disorder that causes unwanted hair growth in some as well as some experience hair thinning and hair loss.

3) Medical Conditions

Few medical conditions such as Alopecia Areata causes patchy hair loss. Ringworm is caused due to scalp infection. Few people have a habit of hair-pulling disorder which is also called trichotillomania.

4) Medications and supplements

Hair loss can be caused due to the side effects of some drugs used for cancer, depression, heart problems, arthritis, etc.


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5) DHT

DHT is called dihydrotestosterone, which is an androgen hormone, which makes male characteristics. This hormone binds with the scalp recipient which results for hair loss. There are many natural DHT-blocking foods which help to control this hormone, they are mangoes, watermelon, tomatoes, green tea, peanuts, walnuts, almonds, etc. Saw palmetto is an ingredient which helps to control DHT. Hair fall is seen in both males and females as well.

6) Stressful Events

Many people experience a thinning of hair several months after a physical or emotional shock. And this type of hair loss is generally temporary.

7) Excessive Hairstyling

Excessive hairstyling or hairstyles which pull your hair or tie hair tightly can lead to traction alopecia.

Natural ways to control hair loss

A balanced diet with good exercise plays an important role in controlling hair thinning.

  • Protein-rich foods like eggs, chicken, tofu, paneer, kidney beans, and pulses.
  • Fruits contain Vitamins and minerals and all veggies.
  • Omega 3 fatty acids such as fish and flax seeds.

Causes of Sudden Hair Loss in Patches

The primary causes of sudden hair loss in patches include the following:

  • Alopecia Areata

Round-shaped bald patches that appear suddenly, is a common symptom of alopecia areata. In this hair condition, the immune system attacks the hair follicles, causing sudden patchy hair loss on the scalp.

  • Telogen Effluvium

In this hair condition, that leads to sudden hair loss in patches, the loss of hair is caused by stress. This is a reversible condition and hair regrowth can be seen after the stress goes away.

  • Alopecia Universalis

It causes a spotty or patchy and sudden hair loss on the scalp. This condition is characterized by loss of hair from the entire body.

  • Male and Female Pattern Baldness

Sudden hair loss in patches is one of the main symptoms of male and female pattern baldness. Hair loss in the top and the front portion of the scalp is a sign of male pattern baldness while thinning of hair on the crown and middle partition thinning THINNING of hair is caused by female pattern baldness. Androgenic alopecia is a primary cause of sudden hair loss in men and androgenetic alopecia is among the main causes of sudden hair loss in women.

  • Certain Illnesses

Certain health ailments can lead to sudden hair loss in patches. Thyroid disorders and PCOD can cause y hair thinning and hair fall. 

  • Therapy/Medication

Sudden hair loss in patches may result from certain medicines like blood thinners and chemotherapy medications. Certain therapies like radiation on the head, also lead to sudden hair loss.

  • Hormonal Imbalance

One of the leading causes of sudden hair loss in women is hormonal imbalance, and women experience patchy hair loss which occurs all of a sudden, after pregnancy or during menopause.

  • Nutritional Deficiencies

Vitamins A, B, C, and D, and minerals like iron and selenium play a vital role in maintaining healthy hair. The deficiency of one of these nutrients can cause sudden hair loss in patches.

Treatment for hair loss

A list of treatments which helps are:

  • A proper checkup from a dermatologist and knowing about your scalp condition.
  • Medications usage of USA FDA approved only Minoxidil & Finasteride.
  • PRP
  • LLLT therapy
  • Mesotherapy
  • Micro-needling in regular intervals.

  • Hair transplant is the last option if hair thinning is converted to baldness.

It is always suggested you should meet a dermatologist at the beginning stage of hair fall. And with proper guidance, them will really make a lot of difference in retaining the lost hair and helping in hair regrowth.

I hope my answer will help you to guide you to know the causes of sudden hair loss. and help you to make correct decisions in the beginning stage. You can contact us at HairMD- Hair transplant Clinic for any queries or consultation regarding hair loss and its treatment.

Are you looking for hair fall solution? Get in touch with the best of our hair doctors in Pune to cure your hair loss. To book an appointment for a hair treatment or hair transplantation, contact our dermatologists near you, call +919584584111.

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