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Causes of Baldness

Although the most common cause of hair loss in men is Male Pattern Baldness, there are many other ailments and conditions which cause or contribute to premature hair loss and substandard appearance of hair in both men and women.

These conditions can be genetic, environmental, or biological in origin.

Aging

Heredity

Hormones

Poor circulation

Acute illness

Surgery

Radiation exposure

Skin disease

Sudden weight loss

High fever

Iron deficiency

Diabetes

Thyroid disease

Drugs such as those used in chemotherapy, antidepressants, etc.

Exposure to chemicals such as those used to purify swimming pools, bleach, dye, and perm hair.

Burns

X-rays

Scalp injuries

Poor diet

Vitamin deficiencies

In women following child birth

Stress

Some scientists believe that the body's immune system mistakes hair follicles for foreign tissue and attacks them. Many suspect a genetic component.