EYEBROW HAIR LOSS
Eyebrows like the hair on our scalp can also thin out. This can be a troublesome matter as they can affect our overall facial appearance significantly.
Causes
Some of the causes that eyebrow hair fall out arises from our daily habitual activities - excessive plucking, constant rubbing of eyebrows, or vigorously applying eyebrow pencil, can cause eyebrows to fall out. Eyebrow hair can thin with aging, just as scalp hair can.
Telogen effluvium
This is a temporary condition where excessive hair falls out that can affect eyebrows as well as scalp hair. This is a normal "resting" stage of hair growth that can occur periodically. It can also be triggered by medications, stress, trauma, or medical conditions. It can be a fairly rapid type of hair loss. It is more noticeable when hair is also being lost through normal aging.
Medical conditions
"Hertzoge's sign" is a medical condition that causes a loss of hair on the outer third of the eyebrow. This is sometimes associated with low thyroid conditions (hypothyroidism) or endocrine imbalances. Alopecia areata, an autoimmune condition where a person's own antibodies attack hair follicles, creating patches of hair loss on the scalp and also can affect eyebrows and other areas where hair grows. Eczema can sometimes be associated with loss of eyebrows, often from scratching. Some medications may cause loss of eyebrows and scalp hair.
If you experience rapid loss of eyebrow hair, see your doctor to determine if an underlying medical condition or medication is causing the hair loss. If the cause is simply aging, gently applying eyebrow cosmetics can help. If the cause is telogen effluvium, Eyebrow Rogaine may be helpful in diminishing hair loss.
When Should I seek Medical Help
If you experience rapid loss of eyebrow hair, you can seek medical specialist to determine if an underlying medical condition or medication is causing the hair loss. If the cause is simply aging, gentle application of eyebrow cosmetics can help. If the cause is telogen effluvium, certain topical medication Growell (Minoxidil) may be help, another option is eyebrow transplant.