Deterioration of hair condition is not always associated with poor care. The reason for their loss and fragility may be hidden in poor spinal health. Why does cervical osteochondrosis weaken the hair, what to do to restore the fullness of the hair and the condition of the spine.
Causes of hair loss
Hair loss can be caused by: internal diseases, including diseases:
- thyroid gland;
- liver;
- gallbladder;
- digestive tract;
- kidney;
- spine.
A common cause of baldness is hormonal imbalance. In women it is provoked by diseases of the thyroid gland, in men – by increased production of testosterone.
But indirect cause Baldness in men and women may result in osteochondrosis.
If the cause of baldness is osteochondrosis
In women, cervical osteochondrosis and hair loss are often combined. And it is no coincidence that for these disorders, Neuromultivit is prescribed, which contains B 12, B 1, B 6 in high dosages. These vitamins are also required during thinning hairline head, and with osteochondrosis.
Diffuse alopecia (baldness) is characterized by uniform emptying of follicles on the scalp. This type of baldness often occurs in women; this phenomenon develops as a result of malnutrition of the follicle.
A lack of nutrients needed by the follicle occurs when blood circulation in the scalp is impaired, caused by cervical osteochondrosis.
Degenerative changes in discs and vertebral bodies lead to pinched nerve roots, which affects the condition of the neck muscles, leading to muscle spasm. Blood vessels passing through such a spasmodic muscle are pinched, impeding the flow of blood to the brain, skull bones, and skin.
Vitamins for osteochondrosis
In the treatment of cervical osteochondrosis, in addition to doctor's prescription, vitamins B 12, B 1, B 6 are used. They restore nervous tissue, eliminate the feeling of “pins and needles”, and reduce pain caused by cervical osteochondrosis.
In therapeutic concentrations, B vitamins are contained in vitamin complexes:
- Neuromultivitis;
- Pentavit;
- Benfolipen;
- Combilipen Tabs;
- Milgamma.
IN therapeutic dosage these vitamins are contained in the drug Neuromultivit, which is used in complex therapy diseases of the spine.
Hair Nutrients
To prevent hair thinning, follicles need to receive folate, ascorbic acid, carotenoids, tocopherol, nicotinamide, biotin, vitamin F, phosphorus, minerals Ca, Zn, Mn, Cu, B vitamins.
Necessary nutrients, both for developing alopecia and for cervical osteochondrosis, are vitamins B 12, B 1, B 6. The daily requirement for these nutrients is 1.5 mcg, 1.1 mg, 1.6 mg, respectively.
To provide the body with vitamins, daily dose must be consumed with food or food additives. Additionally, you can use masks with the addition of these vitamins.
Cyanocobalamin
To restore hair health in osteochondrosis, you first need cyanocobalamin (B 12), which is required for the absorption of oxygen by body tissues. The presence of cyanocobalamin ensures the absorption of Fe in the small intestine.
Hair loss needs to be fought, in the truest sense of the word, but before you start fighting, you need to find out the cause of hair loss. And besides, the sooner we start the fight, the more hair we will save and the sooner we will be able to regain its former thickness. Let's consider the research of Western experts who identify three main causes of hair loss.
The problem of hair loss is relevant all over the world, thousands of specialists are studying it, and even more manufacturers of hair cosmetics; almost every brand has a series against hair loss.
French experts identify three main causes of hair loss, which also contribute to other causes:
- Genetic predisposition
- Internal problems with the body
What is a genetic predisposition to hair loss? This is when a person inherits a certain combination of genes (polygenic inheritance) that are responsible for hair thinning. This hair loss is called androgenetic alopecia and it is impossible to cure such hair loss, you can only maintain the condition of the hair to delay this process, for example, antiandrogenic drugs (block the effect of hormones on the hair follicle), the prescription of growth stimulants, physiotherapeutic methods of treatment (plasmotherapy, mesotherapy, laser therapy , reflexology).
It is the genes that determine the age at which the problem begins, its activity, and the degree to which the hair can thin.
Still, men are more susceptible to androgenetic alopecia; it affects up to 80% of men and up to 50% of women during their lifetime.
You can read more about androgenetic alopecia in the article:.
Internal problems with the body as a cause of hair loss
In women, hair loss is most often associated with internal problems of the body and this is confirmed by numerous studies and facts.
If the body lacks certain vitamins, minerals, trace elements or other useful substances, then it reduces their consumption on less important organs, hair is one of them, so we first notice that the hair begins to fall out, becomes dry and brittle, and only then we notice that the body, for example, has little iron in the blood or other necessary substances.
Most common cause hair loss in women is Iron-deficiency anemia(insufficient amount of iron in the blood). It can occur due to heavy and prolonged periods, during pregnancy and childbirth, with diseases of the digestive system and due to poor nutrition.
In general, the human body constantly contains about four grams of iron, 60% of which is in hemoglobin, 30% in ferritin, and the rest is found in myoglobin and enzymes.
If you suspect that you may have anemia, be sure to consult a doctor, preferably a hematologist. You can read more about hair loss due to anemia in the article.
Recommendations: general analysis blood does not show the whole picture of iron deficiency, sometimes with normal hemoglobin, ferritin may be very low, meaning the body's iron stores may be very low. The following tests need to be done: ferritin, transferrin, serum iron, total iron binding capacity, and a general blood test.
Hormonal imbalance and hair deterioration
Hormonal imbalance is also a common cause of hair loss, hormones are produced in the body from the moment of birth and throughout life. Therefore, hormonal imbalance can occur at any age, but most often during pregnancy and after childbirth, during puberty and menopause.
At hormonal imbalance hair becomes dull and brittle, it can begin to fall out intensively and even with the formation of bald patches.
In women, hormonally caused hair loss occurs more in the crown area, causing the scalp to show through the hair.
Hormonal hair loss is difficult to calculate, since “hormones don’t hurt,” that is, you will not feel pain or discomfort if hormonal imbalances occur, unless at an advanced stage of the disease (changes in organ tissue), and the hair will begin to react much earlier, so do not trigger hair loss hair.
Gastrointestinal problems and hair loss
The health and beauty of hair, like the entire body, is affected by intestinal health. We rarely associate it with hair loss, but in vain, because dysbiosis, worms, problems with the liver, pancreas, poor absorption of nutrients cause hair loss and a deterioration in its general condition.
Recommendations: hair loss, attacks of abdominal pain, digestive problems can be symptoms of diseases such as stomach ulcers, cholelithiasis, pancreatitis, dysbiosis, irritable bowel syndrome. Therefore, it is very important to contact a gastroenterologist in a timely manner.
All the nutrients (vitamins, minerals, trace elements) that our hair needs every day come to it along with the blood. Therefore, if the capillaries are narrowed and blood circulation is impaired, then the hair does not receive proper nutrition, but starves, as a result, this affects the condition of the hair, it becomes lifeless, dull and begins to fall out rapidly. The cause of circulatory disorders may be any general disease(cardiovascular, osteochondrosis), as well as frequent consumption of caffeine-containing drinks (coffee, strong tea).
Recommendations:
do not lead a sedentary lifestyle, play sports, walk more fresh air, from time to time conduct full body massage courses. And also massage your scalp every evening with a soft massage brush and when you wash your hair.
Even taking antibiotics can cause hair loss, or blood pressure pills, antidepressants, birth control pills and many others, with prolonged use can cause hair loss. After discontinuation of hormonal contraceptives, increased hair loss is quite often observed. As they say: “we treat one thing, we cripple another.”
Recommendations:
During the course of treatment with medications, try to maintain your hair with special strengthening serums, ampoules and lotions. And when the course of treatment is completed, the hair will gradually begin to recover.
Lack of vitamins, minerals and trace elements
Lack of vitamins, microelements and other nutrients in the body directly affects the condition of the hair. Responsible for the beauty and health of hair are: B vitamins, especially B5, B6, B7, B9 and B12, as well as vitamins A, E, C, iron, zinc, magnesium, calcium, selenium, collagen, L - cystine.
Poor nutrition is always accompanied by a lack of nutrients for the body; make sure that your diet is complete and balanced.
Doctors say that after the deficiency of vitamins and minerals in the body is restored, hair will begin to grow and recover, but this takes time.
Decreased immunity as a cause of hair loss
Immunity may decrease after surgery, after acute infectious diseases, after chemotherapy, stress, during pregnancy and childbirth. Immunity decreases when the body is weakened or works at “high speed.”
External causes of hair loss
External unfavorable factors that we ourselves create for our hair also affect hair loss, but they are easier to eliminate than internal reasons hair loss. 
Constant stress is very harmful to hair. Of course, if the stress was isolated, then recovery will not take long. But, if stress has already turned into chronic form, then the blood vessels in the scalp narrow greatly, blood circulation noticeably weakens, and hair begins to fall out rapidly.
Recommendations: make sure you always have good sleep, since constant fatigue will again lead to stress. If you cannot withstand stress on your own, then it is advisable to take sedatives.
Wrong care can cause hair loss and deterioration of their general condition. First, determine what type of hair you have; if this is difficult for you, you can contact your hairdresser, he will help you. And remember that shampoo is selected depending on the condition of the scalp, and masks, conditioners and balms, depending on the condition of the hair length.
Constant use of hair dryer and straightener also has a detrimental effect on hair. Always use thermal protection before using such devices.
Frequent coloring and perms makes hair thinner and brittle. Because after staining, even the most gentle, it is destroyed upper layer hair - cuticle, what can we say about perm.
The environmental situation can also affect the condition of your hair. Air pollution, increased level background radiation, various precipitation, bad water have a very strong effect not only on the condition of the hair, but also on the condition of the entire body. Unfortunately, this phenomenon cannot be eliminated; it is only possible to reduce the harmful effects on the body.
Hair loss test
Hair loss can be assessed by counting hairs. To do this, you must collect and count lost hair every day: on a pillow, comb or in the drain net in the bathroom and write down the number of hairs. This must be done within 7 days; if you find more than 100 hairs per day, this is already a sign of serious hair loss and you should contact a specialist. By the way, such a hair counting diary is very useful and such a test should be carried out twice a year.
You can conduct another test: this test is carried out on different parts of the head, for this you need to take a small strand of hair, up to 100 hairs, and lightly pull, if the hair falls out easily and painlessly, then most likely you have pathological hair loss.
And one more test: try not to wash your hair for three days, and then pull a tuft of hair, if every time after this experiment you have more than five hairs left in your hand, this means that you are experiencing intense hair loss and you need to look for the cause.
The cause of hair loss on the head in women is due to hormonal imbalance or some other factor. A person can lose up to 100 hairs per day, which is considered normal. More often we do not notice such losses, because they are quickly replaced by new ones. There are times when more than 100 fall out, and new ones do not have time to grow.
You need to sound the alarm if you notice tufts of hair on the pillow, if the bathtub or sink is clogged, and even if you see the appearance of bald patches on the temples or the back of your head. Tufts on the comb are one of these signs.
How to determine if you have prolapse or not
To determine the pathology, you need to perform a simple test. You need to look at the lost hair. If there is a dark sac (bulb) at the end of it, there is nothing to worry about. If this is present, then we move on to the next stage of the test.
You should not wash your hair for several days. You need to lightly pull the hair at the temples and the back of the head. If more than six hairs remain in your hands, the loss is serious and it’s time to take immediate action.
You should start by determining the cause of the pathology.
A common mistake women make is buying expensive cosmetics.
It’s better to spend this money on tests and doctor’s appointments.
Cause of scalp hair loss in women
Hair health is linked to general condition. Shiny curls, healthy, strong nails - all this shows off a body full of strength. We often do not pay attention to them, but yet they are an indicator of the health of the body.
Decreased immunity as the main cause of hair loss
Low immunity is the number one cause of scalp hair loss in women. A decrease in immunity is typical in autumn and winter, during puberty, during pregnancy, and during menopause. The most critical periods are pregnancy and subsequent breastfeeding.
During pregnancy, immunity decreases so that a woman can carry a half-alien genetic baby. And after childbirth, a powerful hormonal revolution occurs in the body, which leads to acute loss.
A decrease in the body's natural protective barrier affects curls. Many people notice loss after pregnancy, during breastfeeding. At this time, the woman’s body works at an increased rate.
Too frequent colds lead to noticeable thinning of hair. Diseases only train the immune system, this is not true.
Too frequent illnesses wear it out and are a signal to help strengthen the immune system.
To prevent such a problem, it is necessary to help the body. If you are breastfeeding, try to eat, drink vitamins, and not overwork.
It’s better to lie down to rest once again than to start another cleaning. It is useful to go to the sea every year.
Leave strict diets - it’s better to eat a moderate, balanced diet and exercise regularly. If you don't like running, try calmer options - yoga, swimming.
Consult your doctor about additional measures and drugs.
Symptoms of iron deficiency with hair loss
Lack of iron is the cause of scalp hair loss in men and women.
The female sex suffers most from this phenomenon, due to the fact that it loses blood every month.
Drowsiness, fatigue, apathy - all these are signs of iron deficiency.
Fad diets aggravate this condition. If anemia is detected by tests, it is necessary to take a course of medications.
We need to reconsider our eating habits - eggs, liver, red meat, Rye bread, apple, pomegranate juices should become mandatory products in the diet.
Every day you need to drink 2 tablespoons of flaxseed or olive oil - they will saturate the curls necessary vitamins E and A.
Taking certain types of medications, chemotherapy
Taking certain medications can cause hair loss. Chemotherapy causes complete baldness. Greater hair loss can be caused by taking hormonal contraceptives, steroids, diuretics, and some medications against high blood pressure.
Reception necessary medications You can’t stop just like that, so you need to consult a doctor. After completing the course of treatment, hair is often restored.
Since taking, for example, anti-cancer medications cannot be stopped, the only solution is to temporarily wear a wig or hats.
After a short course of treatment, you need to help the body recover. You need to improve your diet, drink different herbal infusions for general strengthening.
Taking vitamins is mandatory. Oatmeal will help cleanse the liver and intestines. Taking bran is useful; it improves digestion.
Hormonal imbalances
Various hormonal disorders This is the cause of increased hair loss. For example, an increase in the male hormone testosterone in a girl’s body has a bad effect on hair on the head, but can cause hair growth on the body.
This can happen after the start of sexual activity, after childbirth and during menopause. Problems with the thyroid gland or diabetes are catalysts for hair loss.
Need to donate blood full analysis, then the doctor will select medications that will help ease the functioning of the thyroid gland. Do not start taking medications on your own!
Scalp diseases
Scalp diseases like seborrheic dandruff or dermatitis can cause hair loss.
All masks will be useless, you need to consult a doctor - a dermatologist or trichologist.
Once the underlying disease is cured, it will be possible to see positive dynamics in hair growth.
More often, scalp diseases occur due to poor diet, stress, or when using someone else's combs or hats.
Circulatory disorders and vascular problems
Vascular problems of the scalp can cause baldness. This is caused by poor circulation near the bulbs. There are many reasons for this phenomenon - smoking, drinking large amounts of alcohol, tea or coffee.
Drinks sharply narrow all capillaries. Limit your consumption of coffee, tea, alcohol, and try to quit smoking. If this is not possible, at least limit the number of cigarettes you smoke.
Stay outside more, rest, drink enough water. Sports will help speed up the blood flow and improve blood supply to the scalp.
Useful technique fish oil in capsules.
He contains fatty acid, which have a positive effect on the condition of blood vessels. Limit your intake of fatty foods.
Train yourself to massage your head with a soft massage brush when washing. It's simple - just gently rub the shampoo on your scalp with your fingers, and then gently rinse it off with massage movements.
Lack of nutrients, microelements
Not getting enough vitamins will cause your hair to thin out.
Smoking and dieting are the main culprits.
Eat right - vegetables, fruits, meat products.
No matter what proponents of vegetarianism say, giving up meat often causes hair loss. Instead of coffee or black tea, it is better to drink natural juices, herbal teas, water.
Get into the habit of snacking not on chips or sandwiches, but on fruits, nuts, and dried fruits. In addition to meat dishes, the diet should include fatty fish.
It doesn’t have to be expensive varieties; inexpensive white varieties are great - halibut, hake. Cottage cheese, yogurt, milk should be on your table all the time!
Along with proper nutrition Proper external care is important. Masks and balms will help your curls recover. Burdock and coconut oils perfectly complement the treatment.
Natural dyes like henna will help strengthen your strands. Chemical paints should be abandoned for a while. Or choose options without ammonia, so as not to injure already falling out curls.
Stress, fast pace of life
Constant stress is harmful to the condition of the skin and its appendages. Problems at work or in the family lead to the fact that the blood vessels narrow and cannot provide the hair follicle with enough nutrients.
Learn to relieve stress; you don’t need to constantly use it to do this. medicinal product. Bath with oils, fragrant Herb tea, an aromatic lamp with soothing oil - all this will help you calm down and relax.
You should get enough sleep - it’s better to go to bed an hour earlier than watch the next program on TV. Teas with mint and lemon balm help a lot. If you are a workaholic, perhaps you should think about and reduce your zeal for work a little.
Poor environmental situation, air pollution
Let us note the detrimental effect of the environment on hair health.
This phenomenon cannot be eliminated; it is possible to reduce the harmful effects on the body.
To do this you need to lead a healthy lifestyle.
If you live in a polluted area with factories, you should consider moving to another area. You can install an air purifier and humidifier at home.
Dry, dusty air in the apartment affects the condition of the hair.
After turning on the central heating, the skin and hair first suffer.
