Hair Loss Myths: What's True and What's Fiction?

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People are always seeking answers to their receding hair lines. Most spend an absorbent amount of money on products and hair care before they even consult a professional. The shear fact is, everyone wants to pretend they are in control of their hairs destiny and its hard to find the right type of help. It also doesn’t help when there are countless misconceptions out there about hair loss. Its important to separate fact from fiction, therefore this month, Transitions of Indiana in Indianapolis gets to the bottom of myths about hair loss. Here’s the bald truth.

“Hair Loss is Passed Down From Your Mother’s Side of the Family”
For years now, it has been thought that hair loss was inherited from the mother’s side of the family. This myth is FALSE. The primary baldness gene is on the X chromosome, which men only get from their mothers; however there are other factors that come into play. For instance, research shows that men who have bald fathers are more likely to develop male pattern baldness.

“Wearing a Hat for Years has Resulted in My Hair Falling Out”
From helmets to ball caps, rumor has it that hats cause eventual hair loss. This myth is also FALSE. This theory comes from the idea of excess stress and tugging on hair follicles. However, wearing a hat is not considered, “excess” on the follicles like hair braids hair extensions and other hairstyles can be. As long as you keep the hat clean by rotating their use and/or washing them, they should not result in stress or scalp infection. Take care of your hair and make sure that your scalp and hair are always clean. Dirt has the ability to clog follicles. Shampoo 2-3 times per week and condition daily and you shouldn’t encounter any problems.

“Substantial Sun Exposure On My Head Has Resulted In My Hair Loss”
This applies mostly to those individuals living down south. This statement is simply FALSE. Your hair actually acts as a shield against your scalp. Hair loss in both men and women appear at the follicle level and the sun would have to penetrate at this depth in order to truly contribute to any damage.

“Stress Has Resulted in My Hair Loss Over the Years”
This myth is TRUE. Severe amounts of stress has the ability to cause temporary hair loss (alopecia areata) However, the scalp has the ability to recover and hair can grow back as a result.

“Smoking Can Cause Hair Discoloration and Hair Loss”
This myth is TRUE. According to J. G. Mosley of the Leigh Infirmary in Lancashire, England in an article in Science News (January 11, 1997) smokers are four times more likely to have gray hair than non-smokers. Even worse, smoking has been conclusively connected to accelerated hair loss.

Let Transitions of Indiana help give your hair what it needs to grow strong and healthy. We encourage you to take the time and review your options then come in for a no cost, no obligation private hair loss consultation.

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Transitions of Indiana is a premiere hair replacement center. Whether you live in Indianapolis, Beech Grove, Speedway, Carmel or anywhere in the surrounding Indiana area, we offer FREE private, confidential consultations to help you determine which customized treatment option is best for your individual situation.  Our hair replacement solution options include Sensigraft, Reallusions, Graduated Enhancement, Laser Hair Therapy, Hair Extensions, and hair loss control products. Take the first step to a new you and schedule your free hair loss evaluation.




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Transitions of Indiana has taken great pride in providing our clients with the latest breakthroughs in male and female hair loss solutions, including non-surgical hair restoration and replacement, prevention programs, and hair transplant surgery.

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