If you look at an individual strand of hair and see a small 'bulb' at the end that was nearest the scalp, you are seeing the root. Hair grows in cycles. Some of us have a longer cycle than others. That's why one person can grow hair below their waist, while others may only be able to grow hair just past their shoulders. When a hair is finished with it's growth cycle, it falls out with its root. Hair that breaks off just ends. There is nothing at the end that was closest to your scalp. Examine the hairs that fall out when you scratch. If most of them have their root, you're scratching is causing hairs near the end of their growth cycle to fall out.
Normally a human has about 100,000 hairs on their scalp. It's constantly growing, but it's also normal for about 100 of them to fall out everyday. If you don't wash your hair everyday, or comb and brush it often, It can seem like a lot when you start to scratch. If you do wash your hair a lot, the skin on your scalp can become dry, like any other skin on your body, and start to itch. Your scalp has something called sebaceous glands. They make an oil that lubricates both the scalp and hair. You shouldn't need to wash your hair everyday, but not washing it enough will also cause your scalp to itch. You have to figure out how often you need to wash it to keep it somewhere between looking great, and feeling like it's crawling.
So... you have to consider if your hair loss is excessive. Give yourself 100 hairs for each day you've gone without washing. If you think you're losing more than normal, make an appointment with your doctor. You may be referred to a dermatologist, if there's a problem.
2007-03-18 00:01:32
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answered by IAINTELLEN 6
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that happens with me also sometimes thats because ur scalp is very dry it needs some oil for lubrication. use a good product of hair oil (twice in a week initially and later after a month or so, u can make it once in a week. u can apply it in the night before u go to the bed and can wash it on the next day morning if u dont want to carry oily head) and get a hot steam towel after doing massage in the scalp with that oil. use a shampoo for "long and strong " type of hair.. it will make ur hair strong from the root... all the best..
2007-03-17 23:22:56
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answered by Ishq 2
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normally we lose 100 hairs per day why is your scalp itchy? you got dandruff? then try a antidandruff shampoo if you think you lose too much of your hair, try a shampoo that makes it strong or you may have a lack of vitamins or visit a doctor and see whats wrong
2016-03-29 04:36:18
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answered by Donna 3
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Because maybe your a descent of the egg man originally born on the planet of mars
2007-03-17 23:23:23
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answered by Anonymous
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Hair loss can be due to so many causes – environmental, eating habits, improper maintenance, use of wrong products and so on. All problems have solutions – you have to see which one relates to your particular problem and take remedial steps to stop the hair loss.
Are you getting enough protein in your daily intake? Amino acids are very important for healthy hair growth. Should your intake be insufficient for a long period, the hair gets forced into a resting phase (growth is impaired) and is soon shed. As you can see, protein – rich foods are a must in your daily diet – you will get sufficient protein from dairy products, soya, nuts, grains, fish, poultry and lean meats. Counting calories? Well, reserve 15% of calories for protein-rich foods.
Many fad diets ask you to exclude carbohydrates from your food. This is a grave mistake as carbohydrates are an essential source of energy and play an important part in the growth of body tissue, which includes hair. B vitamins that are very important for healthy hair are present in carbohydrates. Remember we are talking of non-refined carbs and not the refined carbs like sugar or maida. Foods like vegetables, fruits, whole grains, brown rice and potatoes are all good sources of healthy carbs. At least 55-60% of your daily calorie coun should be from carbs.
Fat is another much-maligned substance in fad diets that insist on placing a big taboo on these. It is important that you achieve a healthy balance of dietary fats in order to maintain an effective diet. Fat is necessary for energy production and a certain level is essential for good health. Sources of fat are both animal and plant sources. See that at least 25-30% of the daily calorie intake is from these sources.
Several factors like age, health, sex and the level of physical activity should be taken into account when deciding on the right nutritional balance.
A general rule of thumb is that you should always eat a variety of foods in order to derive maximum benefit.
Eat all junk foods in moderation (this is especially for teenagers who have a weakness for these empty calorie foods)
Do not make it a habit to consume highly processed foods - they have lost all their goodness while being processed.
Never over-cook the food. It results in throwing out of all the nutrition.
You can use carefully chosen, doctor-recommended supplements to support a nutritious diet. Surprised? This is necessary because of the use of pesticides in modern farming which deplete all the nutrient quality of the food. You may be having high stress levels that may also contribute towards diminishing the nutrients in your body. If you are dieting, again your nutrient levels might be affected. Age plays an important role in your body's capacity to absorb certain nutrients. Strenuous physical exercise can also deplete some nutrients. Keep all these factors in mind and use well-balanced multi-vitamin or mineral products that cater specially to healthy hair growth.
2007-03-17 23:25:50
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answered by 777 2
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damn... you're ******.
2007-03-17 23:21:40
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answered by james r 1
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