March 27 2006, 1:59 pm PT | Posted in: Female Hair Loss + Hair Loss Causes
My hair keep breaking off in the same place (back and top of head); what can i do to stop the breaking?
It is normal to lose 100-150 hairs a day. However, if you are experiencing abnormal hair loss, you should consider being evaluated by a hair transplant doctor or dermatologist. If what you are talking about is that the hair only grows to a particular length and then breaks off, then you might work with your hair stylist and try to address the cause. Dryness could be the cause, so you might have to use a wetting agent, or if it breaks because you are rough in brushing it, use a thicker wide-tooth comb and be more gentle. Try various shampoos and conditioners, as there are many out there that may help.
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It could also be a thyroid condition. A simple blood test by your doctor could determine if your breaking hair is caused by hypothyroidism. Do a search online for more about signs that you may have a thyroid problem.