Q&A for How to Treat Thinning Hair

Sometimes, stress and trauma can lead to hair loss, so it might be the culprit if you notice your hair is thinner.

Tight hairstyles, such as braids and ponytails could pull your hair out. Try wearing your hair down or in looser styles instead.

Try putting your hair up in a loose bun or ponytail that sits on top of your head so it looks like you have more volume.

Your hair may grow back after thinning but only if the cause of the thinning is temporary and has been dealt with, such as alleviating stress to stop stress-related thinning. If hair is thinning because of genetics, like genetic alopecia, then the thinning is usually permanent. If you have concerns, see your doctor or dermatologist for a full assessment of your hair.

First, follow the above suggestions in the article. If you don't see results, you may consider seeing a health-care provider to determine what is causing the hair loss and what the best treatment option is.

First, you must determine the cause of the breakage and the reason why your hair is falling out. Assess your stress level and lifestyle choices. Are you frequently coloring your hair or using a shampoo that with sulfates? If you are following the above steps mentioned in the article but haven't seen results, please see your health-care provider to ensure you don't have an underlying condition leaving you with chronically thinning hair.

It is possible to regrow hair after hair loss, provided the cause of the hair loss is reversible and not permanent. For conditions such as traction and hormonal alopecia, you can usually grow back lost hair. However, regrowth is less likely where the hair loss has genetic causes (such as hereditary or genetic alopecia). Visit your dermatologist to figure out what type of hair loss you're dealing with.