Causes: Genetics, hormonal changes (DHT - Dihydrotestosterone), aging

Types: Male Pattern (receding hairline, crown baldness), Female Pattern (diffuse thinning on the crown)

Symptoms: Gradual thinning, widening part in women, bald spots in men

Complications: Permanent baldness if untreated

Allopathy Treatment: Minoxidil (Rogaine), Finasteride (Propecia for men), Hair transplant

Homeopathy Treatment: Lycopodium, Silicea, Phosphorus, Thuja

Causes: Stress, post-pregnancy, nutritional deficiencies, surgery, illness, medications

Types: Acute (short-term), Chronic (long-term)

Symptoms: Excessive hair shedding, thinning all over the scalp

Complications: Can lead to chronic shedding if stress continues

Allopathy Treatment: Iron supplements, Vitamin D & Biotin, Stress management

Homeopathy Treatment: Natrum Muriaticum, Calcarea Phosphorica, Kali Phosphoricum

Causes: Autoimmune disorder, genetics, stress

Types: Alopecia Areata (patches), Alopecia Totalis (full scalp loss), Alopecia Universalis (full body loss)

Symptoms: Sudden bald patches, smooth hairless areas

Complications: Can progress to total scalp or body hair loss

Allopathy Treatment: Corticosteroid injections, Immunotherapy, Minoxidil

Homeopathy Treatment: Phosphorus, Fluoric Acid, Calcarea Carbonica

Causes: Tight hairstyles (ponytails, braids, extensions), repeated pulling

Types: Temporary (if caught early), Permanent (if prolonged)

Symptoms: Hair breakage, thinning along hairline, scalp tenderness

Complications: Scarring alopecia if continued stress on hair

Allopathy Treatment: Avoiding tight hairstyles, Hair growth serums, PRP therapy

Homeopathy Treatment: Arnica Montana, Silicea, Graphites

Causes: Fungal overgrowth (Malassezia), oily scalp, stress, genetics

Types: Mild dandruff, Severe seborrheic dermatitis

Symptoms: Flaky, itchy scalp, redness, greasy patches

Complications: Hair thinning due to persistent inflammation

Allopathy Treatment: Anti-dandruff shampoos (Ketoconazole, Selenium Sulfide), Steroid creams

Homeopathy Treatment: Sulphur, Kali Sulphuricum, Mezereum

Causes: Fungal infection (ringworm), poor hygiene, sharing combs

Types: Non-inflammatory (mild), Inflammatory (severe with pus)

Symptoms: Round scaly patches, hair breakage, black dots on scalp

Complications: Permanent scarring alopecia if severe

Allopathy Treatment: Oral antifungals (Griseofulvin, Terbinafine), Medicated shampoos

Homeopathy Treatment: Tellurium, Bacillinum, Thuja

Causes: Psychological disorder, stress, anxiety

Types: Mild (occasional pulling), Severe (compulsive hair pulling)

Symptoms: Bald patches, uneven hair loss, hair strand twisting

Complications: Permanent hair loss, scalp damage

Allopathy Treatment: Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Antidepressants

Homeopathy Treatment: Ignatia, Staphysagria, Natrum Muriaticum

Causes: Excessive heat styling, chemical treatments, lack of protein

Types: Trichorrhexis Nodosa (brittle hair), Monilethrix (beaded hair)

Symptoms: Easy hair breakage, split ends, rough texture

Complications: Hair thinning due to continuous breakage

Allopathy Treatment: Deep conditioning treatments, Protein-rich diet

Homeopathy Treatment: Silicea, Calcarea Fluorica, Phosphoric Acid

Causes: Fungal overgrowth (Malassezia), oily scalp, stress, genetics

Types: Mild dandruff, Severe seborrheic dermatitis

Symptoms: Flaky, itchy scalp, redness, greasy patches

Complications: Hair thinning due to persistent inflammation

Allopathy Treatment: Anti-dandruff shampoos (Ketoconazole, Selenium Sulfide), Steroid creams

Homeopathy Treatment: Sulphur, Kali Sulphuricum, Mezereum

Causes: Fungal infection, poor hygiene, sharing combs

Types: Non-inflammatory (mild), Inflammatory (severe with pus)

Symptoms: Round scaly patches, hair breakage, black dots on scalp

Complications: Permanent scarring alopecia if severe

Allopathy Treatment: Oral antifungals (Griseofulvin, Terbinafine), Medicated shampoos

Homeopathy Treatment: Tellurium, Bacillinum, Thuja

Causes: Autoimmune condition, genetics, stress

Types: Mild (few patches), Severe (full scalp coverage)

Symptoms: Thick scaly plaques, redness, itching, burning sensation

Complications: Can spread to the forehead, ears, and neck

Allopathy Treatment: Topical corticosteroids, Vitamin D analogs, Phototherapy

Homeopathy Treatment: Arsenicum Album, Graphites, Natrum Muriaticum

Causes: Bacterial or fungal infection, excessive sweating, clogged follicles

Types: Superficial (mild), Deep (severe with pus-filled boils)

Symptoms: Red bumps, pus-filled blisters, tenderness, itching

Complications: Permanent hair loss if severe infection occurs

Allopathy Treatment: Antibiotics, Antifungal creams, Antiseptic shampoos

Homeopathy Treatment: Hepar Sulph, Silicea, Belladonna

Causes: Allergies, genetic predisposition, stress

Types: Mild (occasional flare-ups), Chronic (persistent itching)

Symptoms: Dry, itchy, inflamed scalp, small blisters

Complications: Secondary infections due to scratching

Allopathy Treatment: Antihistamines, Moisturizers, Topical steroids

Homeopathy Treatment: Graphites, Natrum Muriaticum, Sulphur

Causes: Excessive UV exposure, lack of scalp protection

Types: Mild (redness), Severe (blisters, peeling skin)

Symptoms: Burning sensation, peeling, tenderness

Complications: Increased risk of skin cancer, permanent scalp damage

Allopathy Treatment: Cooling gels, Aloe Vera, Sunscreen sprays

Homeopathy Treatment: Cantharis, Belladonna, Urtica Urens

Causes: Autoimmune reaction, genetics

Types: Classic Lichen Planopilaris, Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia

Symptoms: Burning, redness, scaly patches, permanent hair loss

Complications: Leads to scarring alopecia if untreated

Allopathy Treatment: Corticosteroids, Immunosuppressants

Homeopathy Treatment: Arsenicum Iodatum, Phosphorus, Apis Mellifica