By the desk of DR. NIKHAT CHOUDHARY
Introduction
Since I am a homeopath, I have come across countless cases of hair loss in my practice. Alopecia, the dreaded baldness, is a global epidemic, affecting almost everyone. My plan for this study is to tell my point of view and the best way to treat it, and through this article, I will discuss the causes of hair loss, the symptoms, and the advantages of homeopathic medicine.
World Epidemiology
Baldness is an enormous challenge for both genders all around the world. The research stated that almost 50% of men and 25% of women get hair loss that can be seen by the age of 50. The ratio of hair loss also differs among different races and ethnic groups.
Indian Epidemiology
In India the situation regarding hair loss is very critical. The studies report that around 58% of Indian men between 30 and 50 struggle with hair thinning. The hair loss problem is also associated with women in India, and around 40% of them suffer from hair thinning by age 40.
Causes
Hair loss can happen due to several reasons such as:
Inherited factors (Androgenic Alopecia)
Lots of hormones mostly during the puberty stage
Nutritional imbalance
Stress and anxiety
Various medical issues (e.g, thyroid disorders, autoimmune diseases)
Medications and treatments (e.g, chemotherapy)
Hairstyling practices and chemical treatments
Symptoms
Typical symptoms of hair loss include:
Gradual hair thinning in the top of the head
Some hair loss is limited to certain areas (most common in women)
Sudden dropping out of hair
Whole-body hair loss
The presence of scaling patches in the scalp
Diagnosis
I generally identify hair loss by a careful scalp and hair exam, along with a detailed history of the illness patients give me. In certain cases, probably blood tests or maybe scalp biopsies would be necessary to be done in order to clarify if there are other health conditions behind the hair loss.
Side Effects of Conventional Medications
Traditional hair loss treatments may be useful, but they are presented with many side effects. Some of these can include:
Scalp irritations and inflammation
Hair growing on unwanted areas of the body (mostly women)
Sexual dysfunction
Dizziness and weariness
Temperature rising and fast heartbeats
Advantages of Using Homeopathy
On my side, homeopathy benefits in hair loss treatment are as follows:
Agentless skin exposure of the medical agents
Often no typical medicine side effects provided a doctor knows how to use it
The first method principally directed to the cause
Nonetheless it can actually work to upgrade the health of the person who is affected
The patient's own symptomatology is used for treatment
It is possible to combine homeopathy with other methods of treating
10 Homeopathic Medicines for Hair Loss
Thuja Occidentalis: It is official for treating hair loss that occurs with the coexistence of dandruff and oily scalp.
Natrum Muriaticum: The remedy is used as the cure for hair loss that results from grief or emotional stress.
Phosphorus: This is the herb remedy for people with sparse hair all over the head and falling out in patches.
Lycopodium: This is used as the homeopathic medicine for premature baldness and is efficient, especially in men.
Silicea: It works by making hair stronger and thus promoting hair growth.
Calcarea Carbonica: This is to be used for hair growth as it targets the metabolism of the body which is very slow in some individuals.
Sepia: A helpful remedy for hair loss in the women population, especially those in menopause.
Arsenicum Album: The medicine can help you to cure the hair loss when there is a dry scalp and minor itchiness comes with it.
Fluoricum Acidum: Many people who lose hair early also have grey hair. This homeopathic medicine is the answer to their problem.
Kali Carbonicum: Treats hair that is falling out due to thyroid disorders.
10 Common FAQs Related to Hair Loss and Homeopathy
Q: Is there a minimum time frame for which one can witness the result offered by the homeopathic treatment?
A: The period of time is different for each person but many times improvement can be noticed within three to six months from when someone started the medication.
Q: Can homeopathy grow hair on bald spots?
A: Yes, this is a possibility in some cases. For instance, the effectiveness may be completely determined by the cause and the time the hair has been falling out.
Q: Is there the safety of homeopathy treatment when it is administered during pregnancy?
A: Yeah, when it is prescribed by a licensed homeopath, it is regarded as totally safe when being injected into pregnancy through the mothers.
Q: Can I use other hair loss treatments along with homeopathy?
A: Yes, homeopathy works well with the other treatments simultaneously. However, you need to inform all your doctors about the drugs or treatments which are being used by you.
Q: Are there any dietary recommendations to support hair growth?
A: Yeah, development of healthy hair needs good nutrition such as proteins, vitamins, and minerals.
Q: How often will I have to take the homeopathic medicines for hair loss?
A: The dose is decided by the prescriber which is strictly individually based. Follow the instructions of your homeopath mindfully.
Q: Can stress lead to hair loss, and is homeopathy able to help?
A: Stress is a major part of hair loss, so yes! Homeopathy is capable of both the physical and stress-emotional aspect of hair loss.
Q: Is there a specific homeopathic treatment that only one gender gets and the other doesn't?
A: No one remedy is solely used by one gender in hair treatment, but selection will be based on the patient's specific symptoms and general health status.
Q: Are the homeopathic remedies suitable for children who are experiencing hair loss?
A: Yes, homeopathic remedies are totally safe for children as however, they should be given with a prescribed dose by a registered homeopath.
Q: How is homeopathy different from natural hair loss treatments and others?
A: Homeopathy is distinguished from others in that it centers on promoting natural self-healing of the body and in the meantime, treats a person in their entirety instead of just their hair loss symptoms.
To sum up, the homeopathic modality of treatment is natural, effective, and personalized for the treatment of hair loss. With the sources and health improvement options on the forefront and not under the sections, the defender is given the opportunity to have the health benefits in the long term and those are often even more satisfying than the pros that the conventional drugs promise but with the side effects being so groovy with most users.