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In the last couple of weeks I have noticed that my hair is falling out. I feel like I can pull it out in chunks and that I will be bald soon. Help!
The majority of the time that hair is on your head it is in a growth phase. It is normal for people to lose 50 to 100 strands a day and on days hair is washed it can be up to 250 strands according to the Academy of Dermatology.
If this is taking place close to your surgery take heart. This can be an effect of the physical trauma of the surgery and the stress that your body has gone through. It should slow over the next few weeks.
Causes can include:- Hormonal issues due to the surgery
- Anesthesia
- Stress
- Physical trauma like surgery or intense illness
- Dramatic weight loss over a short period of time
- Taking too much Vitamin A
- Hair styles such as too tight of hairstyles like cornrows
- Hair care products such dyes, chemicals treatments, flat irons, aggresive towel drying and blow dryers.
- A heredity condition called androgenetic alopecia
- Thyroid disorders
- Autoimmune diseases
- Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
- Anemia
- Skin disorders such as psorias seborrheic dermatitis
- Chemotherapy
- Medication
If the hair loss doesn't appear to be related to your surgery make sure that you see a dermatologist so they can make a determination as to what might be causing your hair loss. They may use blood tests to determine the cause.
This content was written by staff of HysterSisters.com by non-medical professionals based on discussions, resources and input from other patients for the purpose of patient-to-patient support.
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