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Hair loss is a normal symptom. 50 to 60 hairs are shed each day from a
normal scalp. Losing more than 60 hairs a day is called excessive hair
loss and leads to generalized thinning of the hair. Hair becomes fine
in texture. Loss of hair in men is often determined by heredity. Hair
loss in women is often caused by pregnancy, stress, fatigue or medical
treatment.
Some forms of hair loss can be prevented by minimizing stress,
practicing good nutrition and sensible hairdressing techniques, and (if
possible) switching to medications that do not cause hair loss. Hair
loss from fungal infections can be prevented by keeping hair clean and
by never sharing hats, combs, or brushes with other persons. Hair loss
from male pattern baldness can sometimes be prevented by medication.
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