What can cause rapid hair loss?

Answer by  catgirl67 (43)

Rapid hair loss can be caused my many things. Women who have just given birth will lose some hair about 2 to 3 months afterwards. If you lose a lot of weight, you may lose hair as well. Neither of these events should be permanent though.

Answer by  myhelle (72)

Hair loss can be the cause of bad genes. If your parents both have thining hair, then you will most likely start losing your hair at an early age. Alopecia is also a major cause for rapid hair loss. It is a condition which affects the scalp which is caused by an abnormalty in the immune system.

Answer by  flamiss22 (5081)

The most popular cause for rapid hair loss is usually stress and anxiety. Also you can be using medication that has ingredients than can cause it.

Answer by  timothyhalloran (38)

There are many factors in rapid hair loss. The most common is stress. The Health Benefits magazine said that this is the number one cause.