Both men and women are affected by baldness. In either case, the reason for the hair loss may be very different. This website will provide you with both information and the facts you need about hair loss and its treatment.

Hair is always growing. A hair will grow, it will fall out and then it will grow again. This cycle of hair growth can last anywhere from two years to as much as six years. As the cycle ends, the dead hair will fall out. This, in turn, makes way for the growth of a new hair.

However, what happens with baldness is hair follicles start to die. As hair falls out, it is not replaced because of the dead follicles. When this starts happening, the individual will notice some thinning of the hair.

Male pattern baldness is the most common kind of baldness that occurs. Obviously, this occurs in men. And, sadly, it is a permanent condition. Male pattern baldness is characterized by a receding hairline. There may even be a complete loss of hair on top of the head. Hair continues to grow around the side of the head.

In women, the commonly seen kind of baldness is female pattern baldness. Similar to men, women will begin noticing a thinning of the hair on top of their head. This will sometimes happen on front of the scalp. Some women will see this beginning at the crown of the head. One thing to note is that total baldness in women rarely occurs. However, the hair thins as the hair continues to fall out. This leaves a noticeable spot on top of the head and a very visible scalp.

Another type of hair loss that is seen is called patchy baldness. This generally occurs when ringworm occurs on the scalp. With patchy baldness, the scalp becomes very dry and scaly. The hair will fall out at the site of the ringworm sore. This type of baldness is very treatable. The hair will usually grow back once the ringworm infestation if cleared up.

If you’ve noticed a recent hair loss it doesn’t mean that you are going bald. We lose some hair every day of our lives. But if your loss of hair seems excessive and starts making you uncomfortable, it’s probably a good idea to contact your doctor, who can provide you with a definite diagnosis.