Most people lose some hair every day – roughly 50-100 strands; and an ample amount naturally grows back to maintain a full head of hair. But sometimes one’s hair growth cycle falls short. Aside from the aging process, a person may experience medically related hair loss because of genetic condi...
(Shutterstock)Medically related hair loss may be caused by:Alopecia areata: A common autoimmune condition affecting seven million Americans. Alopecia areata may cause either total or partial loss of scalp and body hair, says the National Alopecia Areata Foundation. Cancer and cancer treatment: Affe...
(Shutterstock)Scalp infections: Scalp ringworm can cause patchy skin irritation, as well as hair loss. And staph A bacteria may cause folliculitis decalvans and, ultimately, baldness. Sexually transmitted diseases (STD): Particularly if left untreated, some STDs, like syphilis, can cause hair loss...
(CDC)Here’s Why You Should Cut Your Hair Hair loss — whether temporary or permanent — can trigger anxiety, depression, embarrassment, frustration, jealousy and self-consciousness, as well lead to withdrawal or isolation. Women and children who experience medically related hair loss may be at ...
(CWHL Facebook)Main Benefits of Taming Your Mane Those that chop and contribute their hair to charitable organizations may benefit too. A hair donation may:Potentially be free of charge, as some partnering salons offer a donation cut on the house. Plus, with a shorter bob, one can scale back on th...
(Evsie)Who Accepts Hair for WigsSeveral charitable groups accept donations, such as:Angel Hair Foundation (accepting only financial donations at press time)Chai LifelineChildren With Hair LossHair We ShareLittle Princess TrustLocks of LoveWigs For KidsMaggie’s Wigs4Kids of MichiganEditor’s Note:...