What Is Hair Loss?
An average of 100 thousand pieces of hair are found on a healthy scalp, and it is considered normal for adults to lose an average of 100-150 pieces of hair per day, depending on washing and combing.  Hair loss can occur due to hormonal and nutritional factors, exposure to chemical substances, genetic predisposition, systemic diseases, hair growth disorders, medications, psychological stress, and scalp diseases. Hair loss in a healthy person can last up to 2 months. If the hair loss period repeated 3 times a year exceeds 2 months, it may be a harbinger of some serious diseases and may require specialist help. Hair loss usually begins 3-4 months after the triggering factor, and these factors can return to normal 6-12 months after treatment.

The life span of each hair is roughly divided into three. The growth phase is the longest lasting phase, during this phase the hair grows by an average of 1 cm per month. Having completed this phase, the hair then enters a resting phase that lasts for several weeks. After this phase, which lasts an average of 2-3 weeks, it will also enter the hair loss phase. Entering the shedding phase, the hair loses its connection with the hair follicle and falls out within 2-4 months. This period can be shortened further by combing, brushing, washing the hair, but it cannot be extended. At the end of this period, even if nothing is done to the hair, the hair will fall out by itself. New hair is produced from the hair follicle to replace the lost hair.

This cycle continues for a lifetime. It is impossible to tell which stage the hair is in from its external appearance, and in any given time period, 85-90% of the hair is in the growth phase, 1-2% is in the resting phase, 10-15% is in the shedding phase. The logic of accepting the normal loss of up to “100” strands of hair per day on days without bathing comes from the physiology of the hair described above. Knowing these stages is also important in terms of understanding why hair loss treatment takes a long time.

Causes Hair Loss?
Every existing strand of hair has a life cycle. Each strand of hair lives for 4- 6 years, then rests and then falls out. Hair loss in this way is an extremely natural process, and 50-100 strands of hair loss per day is considered normal. If more than this number is falling out, if the amount of hair that comes to hand while bathing has increased, or if we have 3-5 strands of hair when we pull the washed, dried hair by hand, this situation should be taken seriously. Hair loss can have very different causes. The main thing is to identify this cause and conduct appropriate treatment.

1-Genetic factors
The causes of hair loss in women and men are different. Hair loss in men is usually a male-type hormone-sensitive hair loss that is genetic and occurs in more than 50% of society. This type of hair loss is chronic. As age progresses, baldness develops and may eventually require October hair transplantation. Supplementation treatments started at an early age, mesotherapies and PRP therapy slow down the rate of shedding. It prolongs the time to go to baldness.

This type of shedding is also observed in women. Especially people who have individuals with baldness problems in their family are faced with the risk of hair loss. Today, male-type hair loss, which begins at the age of 16-18, is observed in a greater number in young girls. The reasons why this condition is more common than in previous years are excessive stress, unbalanced nutrition, prolonged fasting and hormonal problems. Success rates can be increased with the addition of hormonal treatments in addition to a treatment like in men in the female type.

2-Skin problems
Skin and internal diseases can also cause hair loss. Most of skin-related rashes occur when skin-related diseases affect the scalp. If hair is affected by diseases such as psoriasis, eczema, acne, lichen disease, excessively oily skin, and fungal diseases, the loss may be inevitable. The treatment of these rashes is possible with the treatment of the underlying skin disease.

3-Wrong eating habits
Hair loss due to nutritional causes is another common factor. After all, hair is a living organ, and it also needs to be nourished and blooded. Not eating a regular and balanced diet, prolonged fasting, consuming foods with a uniform diet and high carbohydrate content can ultimately affect and shed hair. Its treatment is extremely practical, and it is important to start a balanced diet.

4-Lack of vitamins and minerals
Although there is no nutritional problem, the lack of vitamins and minerals necessary for hair in the blood is another reason for hair loss. If the vitamins and minerals such as B12, vitamin D, folic acid, biotin, zinc, and iron are low, the hair cannot be nourished and falls out. Even when there is no iron deficiency, iron supplementation reduces hair loss. In these cases, the supplement of the deficiency should definitely be eliminated by contacting a specialist.

5-Hormonal problems
If a person has hormonal problems, menstrual delays or irregularities, an increase in hair growth, excessive acne, and acceleration in weight gain, such as experiencing problems, if hair loss is added to these findings, hormonal hair loss can be mentioned this time.  In order to determine the source of these problems again with a blood test to be performed on the 2nd or 3rd day of menstruation, a dermatology specialist should be consulted. Hormonal treatments are effective for this type of shedding.

6-Some internal diseases and drug use
Some internal disease; or drugs for diseases of the thyroid gland disorders, rheumatic diseases, used, hormones, weight loss pills, adrenal gland diseases, insulin resistance, diabetes, birth control pills, and sometimes this control pills hair to shed the discontinuation of other reasons. This condition must necessarily be thoroughly investigated by examinations and examinations to be carried out by specialist doctors.

If a sudden hair loss has started, surgeries performed Decently three months ago, febrile illnesses, drug toxicities, blood loss, severe trauma may be among the reasons to consider.

7-The process of childbirth and chemotherapy
Apart from all of these, there are two specific causes of hair loss.

One of them is pospartum shedding, which begins 2-3 months after childbirth. It is caused by the sudden loss of all the hair that should have been shed during pregnancy but had not been shed. Supplements under expert control contribute to the elimination of discomfort in this regard.
Another is hair loss in patients receiving chemotherapy. In recent years, with the use of more modern drugs, these rashes are less common, but it is already a condition that tends to recover spontaneously when the treatment is completed.

8-Cosmetic factors
Increasing cosmetic habits are other factors that cause mechanical, chemical, and physical hair loss. In other words, tying the hair tightly, internal bonnets, blow-drying procedures exposed to excessive heat, dyes used to lighten hair color, lighteners, and straightening methods cause hair loss by damaging the hair from the outside. In this case, the only treatment is to prevent the hair from being exposed to these applications. Applying the necessary reinforcement and care procedures for hair ensures that the desired appearance is achieved again.

9-Stress and depression
Excessive stress is another reason that causes hair loss as well as any disease. Depression, anxiety, psychoses and medications used to treat them can affect the hair and cause it to fall out.

Hair is a living organ that can be affected by many factors in a short time in daily life. When something goes wrong in the person's life, in light of this information, the individual should first weigh himself and then seek help from a dermatologist if necessary. Because misdirections and hearsay information from the environment on this subject can cause patients to lose time. If there is an important underlying cause, the diagnosis and treatment may be delayed. In addition, masks and mixtures that are applied unconsciously with the idea of preventing hair loss and regrowth can cause irreversible damage by causing more damage to the hair.
Types of Hair Loss

Male Pattern Hair Loss
Hair loss that occurs with the effect of androgens on a genetic basis is called "Androgenetic hair loss". It is seen in about half of men and 20-25% of women. Although patients say that hair loss is severe from time to time, it is generally an insidious loss, unlike telogen hair loss, and the picture settles over the years. Sometimes patients notice that their hair is thinning rather than hair loss. Basically, it is seen that the hair is thinning at the top of the hair and a thinning is noticed compared to the back of the hair. Especially in women, it is difficult to diagnose in the initial stages and it can be easily confused with other hair loss. It should be known that the treatment will take years.

Alopecia Type Hair Loss
alopecia areata; It is a frequently observed disease characterized by one or a few round, completely balding areas of varying diameters that appear suddenly. It is popularly known as "ringkıran"; however, contrary to what its name suggests, it is not a fungal disease and is not contagious. It can be seen not only in the hair but also in the beard area. It usually regresses with treatment within a few months or years. If your hair loss continues, do not take it lightly. In case of persistent spills, it is very important to consult a dermatologist, be examined, have the necessary tests and go for treatment.

Hair Loss Due to Thyroid Hormones
In the case of an underactive thyroid gland, namely hypothyroidism, widespread hair loss or loss of body hair can be seen. After the thyroid hormone treatment, the hair starts to return to its normal state in an average of 8 weeks. In long-term hypothyroidism, permanent root loss develops and overworking of the thyroid gland, in other words, hyperthyroidism can be the cause of hair loss.

Hair is a living organ that can be affected by many factors in a short time in daily life. When something goes wrong in the person's life, in light of this information, the individual should first weigh himself and then seek help from a dermatologist if necessary. Because misdirections and hearsay information from the environment on this subject can cause patients to lose time. If there is an important underlying cause, the diagnosis and treatment may be delayed. In addition, masks and mixtures that are applied unconsciously with the idea of preventing hair loss and regrowth can cause irreversible damage by causing more damage to the hair.

Types of Hair Loss

Male Pattern Hair Loss
Hair loss that occurs with the effect of androgens on a genetic basis is called "Androgenetic hair loss". It is seen in about half of the men and 20-25% of women. Although patients say that hair loss is severe from time to time, it is generally an insidious loss, unlike telogen hair loss, and the picture settles over the years. Sometimes patients notice that their hair is thinning rather than hair loss. Basically, it is seen that the hair is thinning at the top of the hair and a thinning is noticed compared to the back of the hair. Especially in women, it is difficult to diagnose in the initial stages and it can be easily confused with other hair loss. It should be known that the treatment will take years.

Alopecia Type Hair Loss
alopecia areata; It is a frequently observed disease characterized by one or a few round, completely balding areas of varying diameters that appear suddenly. It is popularly known as "ringkıran"; however, contrary to what its name suggests, it is not a fungal disease and is not contagious. It can be seen not only in the hair but also in the beard area. It usually regresses with treatment within a few months or years. If your hair loss continues, do not take it lightly. In case of persistent spills, it is very important to consult a dermatologist, be examined, have the necessary tests, and go for treatment.

Hair Loss Due to Thyroid Hormones
In the case of an underactive thyroid gland, namely hypothyroidism, widespread hair loss or loss of body hair can be seen. After the thyroid hormone treatment, the hair starts to return to its normal state in an average of 8 weeks. In long-term hypothyroidism, permanent root loss develops and overworking of the thyroid gland, in other words, hyperthyroidism can be the cause of hair loss.

Medication
Medication may be useful in areas where the hair is thinning and weakened, to prevent new-onset mild-to-moderate hair loss. The effect of drugs; is in the form of increasing the number of hair, thickening the thinned hair, and preventing further hair loss.

Drug treatment has no or very little effect on complete hair loss in the anterior and upper parts of the head. In complete hair loss, hair follicle cells die and cannot produce new hair. At this stage, no medication will be helpful for new hair growth.

Hair Mesotherapy
Hair mesotherapy is an effective treatment method that is frequently used in hair loss. Hair mesotherapy includes the process of injecting vitamins, antioxidants, minerals, and circulatory-regulating substances, which are necessary for the healthy growth and development of the hair, directly into the scalp with micro needles. The injection process is provided at approximately 1 cm intervals. Afterward, a massage is applied to the scalp.

Hair mesotherapy, which can be easily applied to both men and women, should be done in 5-10 sessions with an interval of 5 days. No pain is felt during the application. Hair mesotherapy can be applied as a cure every year. Sometimes, monthly support can be continued in the form of reinforcement. In this way, hair loss is stopped and new stronger hair is provided. From the first session of hair mesotherapy, a difference can be felt, and the hair can regain its old life and bright appearance.

PRP Hair Treatment
The PRP procedure, which is the method in which people with hair loss problems get the most effective results, is also performed by taking the patient's own blood and passing it through certain procedures. Here, the part called fibroblast, which will feed the roots and ensure their development, is separated and injected into the spilled area. This method is very effective, especially in genetic spills. Hair mesotherapy can also be applied in combination with PRP for those with genetic loss.