Hair loss and other scalp conditions

Hair loss and other scalp conditions

Our hair is our crowning glory! Hair loss, dandruff or hair thinning can really affect our confidence and mood.

1. Hair loss:

Male pattern baldness affects up to 85% of males by the age of 50 and up to 40% of females.  Causes can be : hereditary, alopecia, iron deficiency, weight loss, thyroid issues, cancer treatment etc.

2. Dandruff:

This is a very common condition affecting almost 50% of all adults. Causes include a dry, flaky scalp or a yeast infection. Babies have a similar condition, called cradle cap. Homeopathic remedies that can help include Graphites, Nat mur, and Phosphorus.

3. Hair thinning:

This can happen in up to 40% of post-partum women as the hair shedding rate during pregnancy is lower than normal. After birth the rate appears to increase as this hair is lost over a shorter period of time. For some women, this hair loss is permanent. Homeopathic remedies that can help include Sepia, Ignatia, and Nat mur.

4. Scalp psoriasis:

This is where the skin cell shedding rate is rapidly increased, forming plaques of silvery skin, with a red edge. They are itchy and flaky. Read more here.

5. Head lice:

This is a parasite infestation. The scalp can itch as lice bite to feed. Learn more about how to get rid of them naturally here .

Conventional treatments include using minoxidil (which only helps you to hold on to the hair you already have), antifungal shampoos, or coal tar shampoos (which is carcinogenic).

 

 

Alternative Treatments:

1. See a trichologist – they are the experts on scalp and hair issues
2. Most of these conditions are chronic. They require1-2-1 homeopathic treatment as they can’t be solved quickly.
3. Castor oil or Rosemary oil massaged into the scalp can aid hair loss and hair thinning.

 

The quality of hair on our heads is linked to our Kidney energy in Chinese medicine. As always, if you are suffering from any of these issues and need my help, please do get in touch.