Dealing With Stress-Related Hair Loss? We Can Help

Hair loss can be distressing, especially when it feels like it’s happening for no reason. If you’ve recently been under a lot of stress, it could be causing you to see more strands on your brush, pillow, and shower drain. 

Stress-related hair loss is real, and at  Limmer Dermatology in San Antonio, Texas, we’re here to help you get to the root of the issue.

Read on to learn what you can do to restore a fuller, healthier head of hair.

How stress affects your hair

Some types of hair loss that can be triggered by stress:

Telogen effluvium

Telogen effluvium is the most common form. High stress levels can push hair follicles into a resting phase, leading to increased shedding a few months later.

Alopecia areata

Alopecia areata is a condition of the immune system. Severe stress can cause the immune system to attack hair follicles, leading to patchy hair loss.

Trichotillomania

This condition involves a compulsive urge to pull out hair from the scalp, eyebrows, or other areas. It often serves as a way to cope with anxiety or stress.

Stress-induced hair loss can be alarming. However, the good news is that it’s often temporary and treatable once we address the underlying cause.

Stress isn’t the only factor

While stress is a common trigger, other causes of hair loss may require medical treatment. One of the most prevalent causes is hereditary hair loss, which can affect people of all genders.

Women with a genetic predisposition may notice gradual thinning, especially along the part line or at the crown. Men with hereditary hair loss often develop a receding hairline or a bald patch that begins in the center of the scalp.

Unlike stress-related hair loss, hereditary hair loss tends to progress over time without treatment. That’s why it’s important to set up a consultation at Limmer Dermatology to determine the exact cause and develop a personalized treatment plan.

Steps you can take to help with hair loss

Managing stress is an important step. Incorporating healthy coping strategies, such as regular exercise, mindfulness practices, yoga, or consulting a mental health professional, can help reduce stress and its impact on your body and hair.

If your hair loss is persistent, noticeable, or worsening, don’t wait. Our dermatology team can do a complete assessment of your scalp and hair health. We conduct diagnostic tests to rule out nutritional deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, and other underlying conditions.

Based on the findings, our team at Limmer Dermatology offers appropriate and effective treatments, including topical minoxidil, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, and prescription medications. We also recommend supportive hair care products and routines.

Hair loss can take a toll on your confidence and well-being. Whether it’s caused by stress, genetics, or another underlying issue, we’re here to help you explore your options and restore your hair.

Schedule a consultation at Limmer Dermatology in San Antonio, Texas, by calling today or using this website. We will work with you to find out what’s causing your hair loss and how we can help you take control.