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I have no serious illness, so why is my hair falling out?

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Question - (23 June 2009) 18 Answers - (Newest, 3 July 2009)
A female United States age 36-40, anonymous writes:

This is kind of a health question. I recently cut my hair, because I had some of it falling out. I contemplated cutting my hair for some weeks. I know that it will grow back, but my question is this, is there any particular reason why my hair would be coming out? I'm not on chemo and I don't have cancer. Thanks in advance.

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A female reader, anonymous, writes (3 July 2009):

Hi please dont worry it could be as simple as the shampoo your using,shampoo and conditioner with silicone in them creates nice soft hair but tends to coat the scalp,which inturn makes your head slightly itchy,you scratch and your hair falls out.this is not to say that there are also many medical reasons why your hair could be falling,so try changing your shampoo and a quick trip to the doctors for a full blood count.

GOODLUCK

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A reader, anonymous, writes (1 July 2009):

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Thanks for most of your answers. I say most because this is not a forum for Irish. I'm not jealous or anything, I've never seen her pic, but if you would, please send your comments to her via her mail. Thanks.

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A reader, anonymous, writes (24 June 2009):

i agree with eyes. you are so beautiful irish49 i think we would all love for you to put up your old avatar again!

i wish i had your good looks im telling you! x

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A reader, anonymous, writes (24 June 2009):

Thank you, all you dearhearts and to Eyes..I appreciate your nice sentiments. Will post an updated pic, soon.

*big smile*

And with reference to TasteofIndia's lawn:

May your blessings outnumber

The Shamrocks that grow

And may trouble avoid you

Wherever you go.

Later, folks xx

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A female reader, niki20 United States +, writes (24 June 2009):

niki20 agony auntif i were you i would. i have stuff from the gov. to by formula. i have a bad back, i cant work right now. i wouldnt be ashamed to go on them. anyway about your hair falling out mine does to, dont feel bad. it sucks my nutrition sucks and im stressed im sure you have the same issue. were your not loosing much but when you wash you hair your like what the hell is this? its just your diet and stress. feat balanced nutrition w/zinc, iron, vitamins and bannanas for potasim. get your food pyramid. lol :) i wouldnt be crazy scared if i were you, happens to everyone.

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A reader, anonymous, writes (24 June 2009):

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I have been under a lot of stress lately with my job. I also lost weight by working out more, and am now down to 140 lbs., but I keep staying at 140. I had my thyroid checked some months ago (a full panel was done); they said the numbers were fine. The hair does come out in strands.

I take a vitamin, but not everyday, and the food is limited in our fridge. We have eggs, bread, cheese, and burritos. Not really much of a selection. I am thinking about applying for food stamps.

Thanks for the input.

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A female reader, niki20 United States +, writes (23 June 2009):

niki20 agony auntare you loosing or gaining randon weight? it could be a thyroid problem. go to your dr. see what he/she says and keep us informed :) gooddluck. Im with you eyes. i miss it too :)

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A female reader, TasteofIndia United States +, writes (23 June 2009):

TasteofIndia agony auntOh Eyes, I SO miss it!!! I have clovers all over my lawn right now, but no gorgeous, wise blond as the face of Irish49! Sadness...

In regards to your question, there are tons of reasons your hair could be falling out. Now some hair loss is normal, but otherwise it could be due to stress, diet change, or may indicate a serious health issue. Time for a check up, sweetness!!

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A reader, anonymous, writes (23 June 2009):

Me too Eyes - I have a thing about blondes!

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A female reader, jr51 United States +, writes (23 June 2009):

My friend had something similar and was diagnosed with Celiac disease. Basically to remedy this I believe you would need to start a gluten-free diet, but please go to your doctor to have them properly check you out and diagnose you.

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A female reader, kellyxxx United Kingdom +, writes (23 June 2009):

kellyxxx agony auntIf its coming out in clumps then it could be alopecia, if its coming out in strands then it could be hormonal. Go to see a doctor, there are products such as 'regain' which may be able to help. X

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A female reader, eyeswideopen United States +, writes (23 June 2009):

eyeswideopen agony auntWho's with me on this? Who misses seeing Irish's beautiful face as her avatar?

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A female reader, anonymous, writes (23 June 2009):

you didn't jsut have a baby did you? Peoples' hair falls out after they give birth.. lol. just another brilliant side affect as if the strectch marks, saggyness, post-partam depression, huge vagina, month-long period, and bleeding nipples isn't enough.

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A female reader, Starlights United Kingdom +, writes (23 June 2009):

Starlights agony auntHi there,

alot of things can cause hair to fall out, stress tension, diet, a variety of factors!

have you tried taking vitamins?

and maybe you should try massaging hair oil onto your hair 24 hours before you wash it... massage is nice for the hair and this is very effective as most hair oils contain natural herbs to strengthen hair!

try it!

good luck!

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A reader, anonymous, writes (23 June 2009):

Please go to your doctor for further advisment on this. There could be a whole whack of medical, dietary, health related issues causing this. Check out the link below.

http://familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/men/general/081.html

Good luck and take care.

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A female reader, xcharlottex United Kingdom +, writes (23 June 2009):

hair loss can be caused by serious health problems. It's important you get this checked out. It can also be caused by malnourishment so make sure you're eating properly.

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A male reader, LazyGuy Netherlands +, writes (23 June 2009):

LazyGuy agony auntIllness, bad health, low weight?

This is a question you should ask a doctor. And cancer does not cause hairloss, the treatmant for cancer does.

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A male reader, spinnaker89 United States +, writes (23 June 2009):

stress can do it, or you might just be losing your hair. it happens. :(

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