Hair

What is the cause of hair and beard loss

Man’s beard like a scalp on the hair the same – from the skin on the hair follicles grow out of. Some men have thick beards, while others have sparse beards, just like different people’s hair. Illness, injury, and hormonal imbalance can all cause you to suffer beard hair loss ; in most cases, your facial hair will grow back after the underlying cause is resolved.

What is the reason for hair loss
Cancer treatment

Due to cancer treatments, such as radiotherapy and chemotherapy, hair loss is a well-known side effect. According to the American Cancer Society, it is not just the scalp that loses hair due to effective drugs . Men and women undergoing cancer treatment may find that body hair , including beards , will also fall off during treatment. In most cases, hair regrowth begins after chemotherapy and radiotherapy are completed.

General alopecia areata

Common alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease in which the hair on your scalp and body falls off , including facial hair. Your immune system essentially attacks itself, deactivating hair follicles, which can lead to hair loss. Medications and other treatments may help reduce inflammation of the hair follicles so that they can return to normal function and grow hair. Alopecia areata is not as common as other hair loss that only affects the scalp hair.

Low testosterone

Because medicine is called hypogonadism (also known as testicular failure) caused testicular hormone low levels of the male may lose not grow a beard or facial hair. The MedlinePlus website of the National Institutes of Health explains that disease, injury, or drug use may cause testicular failure. Symptoms include regression or delayed appearance of secondary sexual characteristics, such as face, axillary and pubic hair , infertility, and lack of muscle development. Testosterone therapy may be a solution for men with low levels of hormones that affect their beard.

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About Sarah A.

Sarah is a dermatologist, which makes her pretty trustworthy, she has been a dermatologist for over 10 years, and she’s been guest blogging abour Skin Health and Wellness since 2012. She covers a wide array of skincare topics, from acne to aging, skin cancer to psoriasis, and diet to dry skin. She also evaluates all kinds of skincare treatments, both lab-made and all-natural.