Hair Problem – Homeopathic Solution

Hair fall, breakage and poor quality (frizzly, frizzy) has become a major concern for every second or third adult or even teen today.

Ironically, stress is a major cause of hair problems and hair fall is an even bigger cause of concern.

Here are some of the medical jargon that a person usually hears from doctors or comes across while searching on Google during their struggle through hair problem.

Alopecia means loss of hair from the places where it should normally be present- scalp, body.

Diffuse loss of scalp hair, usually seen in women – known as female pattern hair loss/baldness

Male pattern baldness/androgenic alopecia is hair loss that primarily affects the temples, followed by the vertex. It is the most common form of hair loss, prevalent in 30-40% of young men.

Traction alopecia – due to improper pulling or hair – tight ponytails or hair accessories.

Alopecia totalis – complete baldness.

Alopecia Universalis- loss of scalp and body hair.

Alopecia Areata – Hair loss in patches.

TELOGEN EFFLUVIUM is a scalp disorder characterized by thinning or loss of hair, which in the long run can lead to baldness.

Cicatrical alopecia- a type of alopecia where the hair follicles are destroyed causing permanent hair loss; Along with hair loss, there may be burning, itching, pain and redness of the scalp.

Hair fall, breakage and poor hair quality can be due to many other reasons ,

1. Physiological conditions like- pregnancy, postpartum period, menopause, breastfeeding
2. Infections or inflammatory conditions of the scalp- Dandruff, Seborrheic dermatitis, Psoriasis
3. Nutrient deficiencies- Iron, Vitamins D, C, A, E, B complex especially B6, Zinc, Magnesium, Selenium.
4. Illness – typhoid, cancer, liver disease
5. Endocrine / Hormonal Disorders- Thyroid Gland Disorder, Renal Disorder, Pituitary Disorder, Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome
6. Drugs- Antihypertensive drugs, corticosteroids, oral contraceptives, anti-depressants etc.
7. mental stress
8. Excessive use of cosmetics/hair products, hair accessories and hairstyles that can cause friction or dry hair
9. genetic predisposition
10. Environmental factors- pollution levels, toxins in water and air
11. Ageing

hair loss management ,

• Correcting the underlying condition- scalp infection, tinea capitis, hormonal disease, etc. Recovering from the underlying disease mostly ensures hair regrowth. Sometimes a systemic disease can cause severe hair loss, which can be cured with homeopathic medicine.
• Nourishment for hair – proteins, minerals, essential fatty acids. Hair, like most body tissues, is made of protein and is essential for the synthesis and repair of many micronutrients.
• Avoiding harmful agents- certain drugs, alcohol, nicotine (tobacco, smoking).
• Avoiding excessive use of dyes, cosmetics, hair styling products that can damage the hair roots. The use of chemicals on the scalp and hair should be minimal so that the scalp remains clean and the pores can breathe.
• Hair massage to improve circulation is a tried and tested way to cure dry hair.
• Use mild shampoo to keep the scalp clean.
• Medicine- a therapy that can be tailored to the needs and inclination of the patients, traditional medicines, homeopathy, Ayurveda and naturopathy Keeping the stress levels to a minimum ensures a healthy body.
• Building strong immunity to keep infections at bay.

homeopathy for hair loss ,

Homeopathy helps treat underlying causes such as hormonal imbalances, deficiencies, scalp infections and even hereditary hair loss to prevent or slow hair loss and promote new growth in both men and women.

Along with proper homeopathic medicine, nutritional and hair care advice shows dramatic improvement in hair growth, quality and density.

# Lycopodium Clavatum

It is the most commonly indicated remedy in male pattern baldness. Hair loss in women after childbirth. Hair loss from beard, eyebrows and other parts is also an indication for Lycopodium. This remedy cures hair loss associated with liver disease very well

# sepia

Sepia is indicated in hair loss associated with physiological and hormonal disorders- pregnancy, lactation, after childbirth, menstrual irregularities. Facial pigmentation or chloasma can often be seen in such patients.

#silicia

There is another effective remedy for baldness in men. Alopecia in women is associated with hormonal disorders such as polycystic ovarian syndrome. Scalp infections like boils, tinea capitis, seborrheic dermatitis are also an indication for Silicea.

# Calcarea Group-

Calc carb and calc flour are often prescribed for hair problems associated with hormonal disturbances in both men and women who confirm with the respective constitution types.

# Graphites

It is indicated in alopecia areta, male and female pattern baldness. Also indicated in infections of the scalp like dermatitis, psoriasis etc.

# night room wall

Alopecia associated with childbirth, lactation and chronic disease responds best to Natrum Mur. A condition triggered by an emotional event – ​​grief, loss of a loved one or emotional trauma is a very prominent indication for this remedy.

# phosphoric acid

This remedy is similar to Natrum Mur in its indications. Usually indicated in Alopecia Universalis or Totalis.

# Phosphorus

Hair loss in handfuls, patchy hair loss in men and women of phosphorus constitution type. Dryness, brittleness and loss of hair from other parts of the body is also an indication for Phosphorus.

# Psorinum

This is a nosode. Indicated in dry, brittle, split hair associated with scalp conditions like psoriasis, dermatitis, tinea infection.

# fluoric acid

It is indicated in dry, brittle hair that may break at the least touch. Alopecia or baldness in young men responds very well to this remedy.

# Apis mellifica

Hair loss is often useful in women suffering from polycystic ovarian syndrome. Apis constitutional type patient gets prompt response to this remedy, whether administered for hair problems, allergies or any other complaint.

# Sulphur

This remedy is indicated in many diseases associated with hair disorders. Scalp and skin infections, inflammatory disease like psoriasis, dermatitis and taenia capitis are efficaciously treated and cured by sulphur.

Other remedies often useful in treating hair loss are Selenium, Staphysagria, Baryta Carb, Thuja, Medorrinum, Ignatia, Kali Carb, Tuberculinum or any homeopathic remedy that suits the totality of the patient’s symptoms and constitutional type.

Source by Dr Anshita Singh Rathore