Illness Induced Hair Loss
Virtually any illness can trigger hair loss. Find out what to expect and how you can regain your hair as well as your health.
Cushing's Syndrome and Hair Loss
Hair loss is a symptom of Cushing's Syndrome, an illness caused by a tumor on the adrenal gland.
Hair loss is a symptom of Cushing's Syndrome, an illness caused by a tumor on the adrenal gland.
Malnutrition
Hair loss can be a symptom of malnutrition, or not getting enough vital nutrients in your diet. Learn about the nutrients you need each day for a healthy body and head of hair.
Hair loss can be a symptom of malnutrition, or not getting enough vital nutrients in your diet. Learn about the nutrients you need each day for a healthy body and head of hair.
Hypothyroidism
Thin, brittle hair is an early symptom of hypothyroidism, a condition in which the thyroid gland fails to produce enough thyroid hormone.
Thin, brittle hair is an early symptom of hypothyroidism, a condition in which the thyroid gland fails to produce enough thyroid hormone.
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Learn more about Systematic Lupus Erythematosus, a chronic autoimmune disease that can lead to diffuse hair loss.
Learn more about Systematic Lupus Erythematosus, a chronic autoimmune disease that can lead to diffuse hair loss.
Zinc Deficiency
Learn more about zinc deficiency, which can lead to thin, sparse hair growth.
Learn more about zinc deficiency, which can lead to thin, sparse hair growth.
Hyperthyroidism
Hair loss is a symptom of Hyperthyroidism, a metabolic condition caused by overproduction of thyroid hormone.
Hair loss is a symptom of Hyperthyroidism, a metabolic condition caused by overproduction of thyroid hormone.
Anorexia And Bulimia
Eating disorders such as Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia can cause hair thinning and loss. Learn more about eating disorders and how to treat them.
Eating disorders such as Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia can cause hair thinning and loss. Learn more about eating disorders and how to treat them.
Cellulitis
Learn more about Cellulitis, a skin infection that can lead to acute inflammation and hair loss.
Learn more about Cellulitis, a skin infection that can lead to acute inflammation and hair loss.
FAQ - Illness
Frequently asked questions about hair loss: What illnesses can lead to hair loss?
Frequently asked questions about hair loss: What illnesses can lead to hair loss?
Hair Loss Solutions For Thyroid Patients
About.com's Guide to Thyroid Disease takes a look at rapid hair loss caused by thyroid problems.
About.com's Guide to Thyroid Disease takes a look at rapid hair loss caused by thyroid problems.