Diffuse Hair Loss

Diffuse alopecia is a form of hair loss that is seen in both men and women. It tends to affect the whole scalp, rather than specific areas of it and is often seen in menopausal women.

The hair loss is not usually associated with any symptoms like itching or pain and in most cases can be corrected. It can occur at any age. The first signs are of increased shedding which is followed after a while by recognizable thinning of the hair.   Due to the fact that there is usually hair covering most of the scalp, but the density has decreased, the problem looks worse in strong lighting, like at a hairdressers.   Calosol Spray 4H Solution usually brings the problem under control in around 6 months.   Click here to purchase

There are many causes of diffuse hair loss including infection, inflammation, injury, pregnancy, lack of certain hormones, and drugs. Severe infections, such as pneumonia, may be followed by increased hair loss 6 to 16 weeks after the infection. Various diseases in which inflammation occurs in the skin or internal organs may be associated with diffuse hair loss. Injuries such as road traffic accidents (and even major surgery) may be followed by a period of increased hair loss and diffuse alopecia.

Many women notice increased hair loss 3 to 6 months after pregnancy or starting the contraceptive pill. The major hormone lack or deficiency that causes diffuse hair loss is decreased thyroid function. Hair loss may in fact be the first sign of thyroid disease. Anti-cancer and anti-thyroid drugs can cause diffuse hair loss which may become very marked. The anticoagulant (blood-thinning) drugs can also cause diffuse hair loss. Iron deficiency, even in the absence of anemia, can cause problems with hair growth and can cause diffuse alopecia