What Causes Hair Loss In Teenagers? Read To Find Out

Hair loss is mainly found in adults and less commonly found in teenagers, which can be due to different factors such as genetics, stress, malnutrition, some medical conditions and prescribed medications. Losing hair, especially during the adolescent stage, can be distressful and lead to low self-esteem. Whilst some conditions can be treated with proper hair care or medication, some conditions are permanent, this is where hair transplantation comes into play. This blog will help you know the causes of hair loss in teenagers. 

Causes of teenage hair loss 

Genetics 

Androgenetic alopecia is a permanent form of hair loss that is also known as male pattern baldness or female pattern baldness. For men, it occurs in a pattern of hairline recession, whilst in women, it occurs as thinning of hair and eventually leads to hair loss. This condition usually starts in adulthood and sometimes in teenagers. A person is more likely to experience this form of hair loss if their parents are struggling with this condition as well. 

Alopecia Areata

This is an autoimmune condition that causes hair to fall in patches. This happens when the person’s body mistakes healthy cells for foreign cells. In this case, the immune system fights the hair follicles. This is when the person may notice hair loss in their scalp, eyebrows or body. 

Malnutrition 

Malnutrition is an inadequate or excessive supply of nutrients in the body. It can be caused by a lack of a proper diet, overeating or digestive conditions. The common nutrients that are needed for hair growth are Vitamin A, C, D, and E, Zinc, Iron, Selenium and Folic acid, just to mention a few. As such, a lack of such nutrients can lead to hair loss. 

Thyroid condition 

Thyroid conditions lead to underproduction or overproduction of thyroid hormones. This can lead to hair loss or brittle hair. The condition may appear as thinning of hair across the scalp, and it generally appears in people with prolonged thyroid conditions. 

Lupus 

This is an autoimmune condition caused by the immune system targeting the tissues and the organs. It can cause various symptoms such as joint pain, tiredness and hair loss. People with this condition start to experience a gradual thinning of hair and eventually hair loss. 

Polycystic ovary syndrome 

This is a common female condition that causes an increase in androgen levels. It is normal for a female to produce testosterone hormone, but it becomes a problem when there is high production of this hormone. This condition can lead to disrupted menstrual cycles, acne and hair thinning. 

Conclusion 

There are some hair conditions that can be medically treated, and also practising proper hair care, whilst there are other conditions, such as Androgenetic or Alopecia areata, that are permanent, and in this case, you can get a hair transplant. When you get a hair transplant, the implanted hair will be able to continue to grow. You can get an effective hair transplantation at ASG Hair Transplant, where you will be helped by Dr. Sachin Goel and his team of experts, who will give you satisfying and uncompromised results. We are well-equipped and experienced in this speciality and have helped numerous people to restore their hair. 

FAQ’s 

• What habits can I start to prevent hair loss as a teenager? 

In order to prevent hair loss as a teenager, you can make some changes in your diet by ensuring you have adequate nutrients, you can practice a healthy hair care routine such as gentle washing, scalp massaging and gentle hairstyles.

• Is alopecia reversible? 

In most cases, alopecia is reversible through proper hair care or prescribed medications, whilst in some cases, alopecia is irreversible, but you can still go for a hair transplant.