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Hair Loss Pregnancy

Hair Loss Pregnancy Is Common

Pregnancy causes a lot of changes to occur in a woman's body, thanks to hormone production. Women expect changes to their skin, nails and moods but most are unprepared for hair loss and often panic, worried that they may be going bald. Hair loss pregnancy is a common occurrence during and immediately following a pregnancy. During and after pregnancy a woman might experience hair loss because of thyroid problems. Both an underactive and overactive thyroid can cause hair to shed more than normal. Some women may experience minimal hair loss during pregnancy due to hormonal imbalances and not even realize it, others may experience noticeable thinning.

Most women experience hair loss during the one to six months after giving birth thanks to estrogen production. During pregnancy estrogen helps to stimulate hair growth, this explains why pregnant women often experience a fuller more lustrous head of hair during this time. After pregnancy ends, estrogen levels decrease and more hair than normal will enter the resting phase and shed. This also tends to occur in women who have had abortions or miscarriages. It is important to understand that how a woman's hair reacts during pregnancy is individual and differs from woman to woman. Even women with multiple pregnancies will find that their hair loss tends to change with each pregnancy. Some women may find that when combing and washing their hair clumps or even wide sections of hair seem to fall out at once. Women should not panic and when consulting other women who have been pregnant will find that this is also normal.

If hair loss pregnancy is a concern, several steps can be taken to help reduce shedding. Use of shampoos and conditioners containing silica and biotin are recommended. Avoid causing further stress to the hair with tight hairstyles such as braids and ponytails. Heat can also cause further damage so blow drying should also be limited during the months after pregnancy. Women can speak to their doctor, during and after pregnancy to ensure that hair loss is not a result of a vitamin or mineral deficiency. Hair loss could indicate a lack of Vitamin B, C, E or other necessary vitamins. For most women the hair loss will gradually taper down and normal hair patterns should return within a year.