There are patchy areas of hair loss, which have persisted for two years.
Jun 01, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wan
Introduction
Patchy hair loss has been present for two years. This condition is usually caused by excessive mental stress, endocrine disorders, or seborrheic dermatitis, and treatment should be determined according to the specific condition. In addition to these common causes, other factors such as scalp fungal infection (tinea capitis), alopecia areata, psoriasis, or severe anemia may also be responsible. Patients should seek timely treatment to avoid delaying proper management of the condition.
Hair loss occurring in patches for two years is usually caused by excessive mental stress, endocrine disorders, seborrheic dermatitis, and other factors. Treatment should be selected according to the specific condition. Detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Excessive Mental Stress
If mental stress is consistently high, it can affect the metabolism of the scalp and hair, leading to severe hair shedding. In such cases, attention should be paid to emotional regulation, maintaining stable mood and a pleasant state of mind.
2. Endocrine Disorders
This is commonly associated with excessive stress and hormonal imbalances, which can impair hair health and lead to hair loss, often accompanied by symptoms such as irritability and quick temper. Patients are generally advised to take medications such as Zhenyuan Tablets or Danzhi Xiaoyao Pills under medical guidance to improve symptoms.
3. Seborrheic Dermatitis
Related to abnormal sebum secretion in the local area, patients may develop scaly red patches on the scalp, accompanied by itching and flaking. Due to inflammatory irritation, hair loss may also occur. In such cases, patients should follow medical advice to use medications like selenium sulfide shampoo or compound ketoconazole shampoo to alleviate symptoms.
Besides the common causes mentioned above, other factors such as tinea capitis (scalp fungal infection), alopecia areata, psoriasis, or severe anemia could also be responsible. Patients should seek timely treatment to avoid delaying their recovery.
