4 Types Of Hair Loss

There are four different types of hair loss. Look at how you're shedding to figure out why and what to do about it.


1. Steady Hair Loss
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Hair follicles demand a steady infusion of nutrients to sustain rapid growth. If you're shedding more than usual for 2 or 3 months straight, look at your diet: Too little iron, biotin, or zinc can send hair into starvation mode. To restore those nutrients, eat more broccoli, spinach, and eggs. Also, pop a daily multivitamin, such as Centrum.



2. Sudden Hair Loss
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The trigger is emotional or physical trauma. The shock can cause telogen effluvium, a condition that makes hair stop growing and fall out. As your mind and body recover, so too will your hairline.




3. A Round, Scaly Patch
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You probably have tinea capitis, a fungal infection. Your body battles back with a wave of white blood cells that harm hair follicles. Try an over-the-counter antifungal shampoo, such as Nizoral. If that doesn't work, ask for a prescription antifungal medication, such as Lamisil.


4. A Round, Smooth Patch
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A silver-dollar-size bare spot signals alopecia areata. The catalyst is still unknown, but stress and genetics are likely culprits. See a dermatologist for corticosteroid injections to ease the inflammation causing your hair to hibernate.

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