Losing a few individual strands of hair when you rub your head is completely normal. The average person sheds between 50 50 to 100 100 hairs per day. Rubbing simply dislodges hairs that have already reached the end of their natural resting cycle and are ready to fall out.
Frictional alopecia is the loss of hair that is caused by rubbing of the hair, follicles, or skin around the follicle. The most typical example of this is the loss of ankle hair among people who wear socks constantly for years. The hair may not grow back even years after the source of friction has ended.
No, L-carnitine does not cause hair loss. In fact, research suggests it may actively support hair growth by extending the active growth (anagen) phase and energizing hair follicles.
Yes, Sjögren's can cause hair loss and thinning. The condition is linked to excessive shedding, dry and brittle hair that is prone to breakage, and alopecia. In some cases, Sjögren's can also lead to the loss of eyebrows and eyelashes.
Yes, Hashimoto's disease is a common cause of hair loss. As an autoimmune condition that typically leads to hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid), it disrupts the natural hair growth cycle.
Look out for sudden, excessive shedding that leaves noticeably less hair on your brush or shower drain. The hair loss may occur evenly all over your scalp. With an underactive thyroid, strands often lack lustre and become dry and brittle. You may spot more hairs with split ends that tangle and break easily.
Hashimoto's thyroid disease develops gradually and can be diagnosed in 5 different stages:
Alopecia areata is a disease that happens when the immune system attacks hair follicles and causes hair loss. Hair follicles are the structures in skin that form hair. While hair can be lost from any part of the body, alopecia areata usually affects the head and face.
The autoimmune system attacks the moisture-secreting glands and mucous membranes, resulting in dryness wherever the body naturally self-lubricates, such as the mouth, eyes and even skin. The lack of moisture can lead to problems like eye infections, tooth decay and recurring nosebleeds, he adds.
The two most common symptoms are dry eyes and a dry mouth. In autoimmune conditions, the body attacks its own tissues by mistake. Sjogren syndrome most often affects the glands that make moisture in the eyes and mouth. This causes fewer tears and less saliva.
Studies show that too much vitamin A can contribute to hair loss, as can too much selenium, although more studies are needed to establish the latter relationship. Alopecia areata (AA) occurs when the immune system attacks the hair follicle. Studies have shown a relationship between AA and low vitamin D levels.
Symptoms can include:
Creatine does not cause hair loss, and recent clinical trials show it has no impact on hair follicle health or testosterone/DHT levels. While it isn't directly a "hair growth" supplement, creatine boosts cellular energy and protein synthesis, which can theoretically improve hair fiber strength and overall scalp vitality.
You might be doing it wrong, or there might be a better way for you to do it! While it's normal to see a small amount of hair fall when doing a scalp massage and in general when you first start doing daily scalp massages, you shouldn't consistently be seeing a lot of hair fall each time you massage it.
GLP-1 hair loss is usually telogen effluvium—temporary shedding caused by the physiological stress of rapid weight loss or under-eating. It is rarely the drug itself, but rather a lack of nutrients.
In the hair loss community and dermatology, the "Big 3" refers to a highly effective, clinically proven combination of treatments used to combat thinning hair—particularly androgenetic alopecia (pattern baldness).
Sjögren’s syndrome is an autoimmune condition where white blood cells attack moisture-producing glands. In the eyes, this causes keratoconjunctivitis sicca (severe dry eye), leading to chronic inflammation, a gritty "sand-like" feeling, burning, redness, blurred vision, and light sensitivity.
Novartis plans to submit ianalumab for regulatory approval globally starting in early 2026. If approved, ianalumab would become the first targeted treatment for patients with Sjögren's disease.
Yes, Sjögren's can affect fingernails. Because the autoimmune disease causes severe systemic dryness and inflammation, it frequently leads to nail issues.
1. Complete Blood Count (CBC): This test measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. It aids in determining whether there are any underlying disorders, such as anaemia, that may be causing hair loss.
"Lupus hair" refers to the fragile, jagged, and irregularly short hairs that easily break off along the front hairline. It is a distinct, common physical sign often seen in people with the autoimmune disease lupus.
Early signs of autoimmune diseases are often vague and easily overlooked because they mimic common, everyday conditions. The most frequent red flags include unexplained chronic fatigue, persistent joint and muscle pain, unexplained skin rashes, gastrointestinal issues, and low-grade fevers.
"Hypothyroid legs" refers to a series of uncomfortable physical symptoms—including stiffness, swelling, aches, and nerve pain—caused by an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). Because the thyroid regulates metabolism, a deficiency in thyroid hormones triggers the abnormal buildup of a gel-like substance called mucin, which retains water and disrupts neuromuscular function.
Hashimoto's disease typically develops slowly, with the immune system attacking the thyroid over months or even years. It most commonly appears between the ages of 30 and 60. While anyone can develop the condition—including teens and children—it is most frequently diagnosed in middle-aged women.
Hypothyroidism is associated with depression and mania, and hyperthyroidism is linked with dementia and mania. The association between Graves' disease and various mental disorders such as depressive and anxiety disorders is also discussed.