I am about 19 years old and I am losing my hair. Big handfuls every time I shower or brush. What's wrong? : (

Okay so I don't look like I'm going bald or anything, but I feel like if it keeps coming out I will. It's been going on for months and I thought it was stress, but now that the wedding is over and life is peaceful again, it's still happening. Are there certain vitamins I can take? Hair products? Anything? Please help me!I am about 19 years old and I am losing my hair. Big handfuls every time I shower or brush. What's wrong? : (
Well if you're not actually going bald then there's nothing to worry about. If your hair is long, then quite a bit will fall out naturally when you're washing or brushing it. I thought that was happening to me too once! But if you're not convinced and still worried then go to your doctor and they can tell you if something is genuinely wrong or not.I am about 19 years old and I am losing my hair. Big handfuls every time I shower or brush. What's wrong? : (
I would go to an physian and check because my hair was breaking off and it was deep stress!





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Your stressed out. Stress is a major cause for losing hair. Prenatals help your nails and hair grow. You don't have to be pregnant to take them. Or you can go to the vitamin section and look for a vitamin labeled skin, nails, and hair. My mom takes them and she has a crap load of hair. If you wear ponytails all them time, straiten, or dye your hair then stop doing that for a few months because that also makes you lose hair.
My sister goes through the exact same thing (same age) Her hair is fine and Im guessing that yours will be too
the 3 most common reasons for sudden hair loss are thyroid disease, fungal infection or stress.

See your doctor
doctor.... its could be bad....COULD be. but dont worry that could only make it worse
why would you get marry at 19...must be prego
I would go to a doctor and have him/ her examine you in case you are getting someting. He may reccomend something for it. Hang in there and stay strong :)
I've had the same thing happening to me for several years now. I'm also 19. Even though it looks like tons of hair is coming out, it's still being replaced by new growth. Your hair may get thinner, but it certainly won't look noticeable to anyone but you. No need to worry about it.
if you're anorexic or bulimic it causes your hair to fall out because you are not getting the protein your body needs... if that is not the case try eating a more protein rich diet or taking a protein supplement.
Well an average person looses an average of 100 hairs per day. When you shower the roots of your hair gets loose and that way it falls out more easily. When you brush you hair obviosly it can tug it out.

Is their any hair products? Well there is a difference between your hair falling out and breaking off. If it's breaking that means your hair is probably really dry so you should buy shampoo and conditioner that's for dry/damaged hair.

There is vitamins you can take. It could be because you not getting the propper amount of vitamins each day. If you do not eat healthy then your hair wont be healthy either.

Just don't freak out. I'm sure things will be fine soon. %26lt;3

It's not like you have cancer :)
I saw on some show that a pregnant lady had changing hairt color and massive loss of hair. But it eventually stop falling out. So maybe you just need time
are you overweight or anything ,do u have a thyroid problem?? if your losing enough to notice it you might wanna get some bloodwork done
well if you chemically treat your hair (dye, hightlights perms etc.) STOP doing too much to your hair damages the roots and makes you loose hair.

also pregnancy test? possibly dont panick though.

but some women loose alot of their hair during pregnancy.

it could also just be the weather my hair comes out alot but its still really thick im not sure why it does this but sometimes it just does.

eat healthy.

sorry theres not much you can do

good luck
It actually healthy for you to lose some hair each day. Normally this happens when you shower or when you brush your hair, so most people don't notice how much they actually lose in a day.



This can also be affected by hormones (for example, when a woman is pregnant she hardly loses any hair, but once the baby comes and her hormones change she loses tonnes of hair).



As long as its not comes out in klumps (like you see on various medical TV shows - House for example) and you don't have any bald spots you are probably fine. But if you are worried I would recommend checking in with your doctor...its best to figure out its nothing than to stress about it (stress can also affect your hormone levels).
I'm sorry.
Vitamins B, C, F, zinc, iron, copper and protein are essential for hair growth. Drinking plenty of water and eating plenty of raw fruits and vegetables is probably the best way to achieving healthy hair.Try http://solutionsforhairgrowth.blogspot.c for more details.
Hair loss in adolescence can mean a person may be sick or just not eating right. People can even lose their hair if they wear their hair in a way that pulls on it for a long time like braids. Most people lose about 50 to 100 head hairs a day. These hairs are replaced they grow back in the same follicle on your head. This amount of hair loss is totally normal and no cause for worry. If you're losing more than that, though, something might be wrong.



If you have hair loss and don't know what's causing it, talk to your doctor. A doctor can determine why the hair is falling out and suggest a treatment that will correct the underlying problem, if necessary.



Here are some things that can cause hair loss in teens:

Illnesses or medical conditions. Endocrine (hormonal) conditions, such as uncontrolled diabetes or thyroid disease, can interfere with hair production and cause hair loss. People with lupus can also lose hair. The hormone imbalance that occurs in polycystic ovary syndrome can cause hair loss in teen girls as well as adult women.

Hair treatments and styling. Having your hair chemically treated, such as getting your hair colored, bleached, straightened, or permed, can cause damage that may make the hair break off or fall out temporarily. Another type of baldness that results from hair styling actually can be permanent: Wearing hair pulled so tightly that it places tension on the scalp can result in a condition called traction alopecia. Traction alopecia can be permanent if the style is worn for a long enough time that it damages the hair follicles.

Poor nutrition. Poor eating can contribute to hair loss. This is why some people with eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia lose their hair: The body isn't getting enough protein, vitamins, and minerals to sustain hair growth. Some teens who are vegetarians also lose their hair if they don't get enough protein from non-meat sources. And some athletes are at higher risk for hair loss because they may be more likely to develop iron-deficiency anemia.

Disruption of the hair growth cycle. Some major events can alter the hair's growth cycle temporarily. For example, delivering a baby, having surgery, or going through a traumatic event can temporarily cause shedding of large amounts of hair. Because the hair we see on our heads has actually taken months to grow, a person might not notice any disruption of the hair growth cycle until months after the event that caused it. This type of hair loss corrects itself.



If you're losing hair, some doctors recommend using baby shampoo, shampooing no more than once a day, and lathering gently. Don't rub your hair too vigorously with a towel, either. Many hair experts suggest you consider putting away the blow dryer and air drying your hair instead. If you can't live without your blow dryer, try using it on a low heat setting.



Style your hair when it's dry or damp. Styling your hair while it's wet can cause it to stretch and break. And try to avoid teasing your hair, which can cause damage. Finally, be careful when using chemicals such as straighteners or color on your hair, and avoid frequent use of chemical treatments.



Oh, %26amp; you can take iron supplements. That may help.
wow...wedding too, you're going through life fast...



you can try seeing those hair doctors...
If you are using any hair products for your hair like HAIR SPRAY, STOP using that. Anything that supposably is volumizing to your hair or makes your hair soft anything like that, Stop using bad hair products if you are. Don't wash your hair with Shampoos that arent good for you, don't dye your hair. just start using warm water on your hair for a week. I did the same and My hair isn't falling out anymore. Also stop brushing so much. :) Good Luck
A wedding at 19 can be very stressful. Pregnancy can cause hair loss, so you might want to look into that. If you are showing no signs of balding, then there is probably nothing to worry about.

There are many possible causes for hair loss and it鈥檚 often difficult to pinpoint the problem.



The three main types of hair loss are telogen effluvium, androgenetic alopecia, and alopecia areata.



Telogen effluvium, also know as diffuse hair loss can be suspected if there is an overall thinning of hair from the entire scalp. The many possible causes include nutritional deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, extreme or prolonged emotional stress, illness etc.



Androgenetic alopecia is characterized by thinning on the top and crown areas. The follicles in these areas begin to shrink causing finer hair with a shorter lifespan. Eventually the cells within these affected areas finally stop producing hair. This type of hair loss will not cause total baldness. Women with this predisposition may delay and minimize the effects by keeping their cells young and healthy. This type of hair loss may first show up during hormonal changes such as pregnancy, birth control pills, menopause or hormonal changes which occur during periods of extreme stress.





Alopecia areata usually starts as round bald patch and may progress to total hair loss from entire scalp and body. It is believed to be an autoimmune disorder which can be triggered by many factors such as illness, high fever, bacterial or viral infection, extreme stress, trauma, allergy, fungal infection etc. The follicles under the scalp lie dormant but remain alive for an indefinite period of time, making a good possibility for re-growth to occur.



Whatever the reason for hair loss, as long as the follicle has not been destroyed there is always a possibility for re-growth.



The normal cycle of hair growth lasts for 2 to 6 years. Each hair grows approximately 1 centimeter (less than half an inch) per month during this phase. About 90 percent of the hair on your scalp is growing at any one time. About 10 percent of the hair on your scalp, at any one time, is in a resting phase. After 2 to 3 months, the resting hair falls out and new hair starts to grow in its place.



If you are concerned, contact a doctor.
You need to see your doctor regarding this issue. He or she might order some labs (blood work will need to be done) such as checking your thyroid etc.
You need to make sure you are still eating well. You could add a vitamin to help. If things still seem bleak you should see a doctor, as you could have a disease like alopecia.