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Hair Loss and AnemiaHair loss often signals a variety of medical problems. There are three types of anemia concerned with hair lossIron deficiency AnemiaThe most common form of anemia is iron deficiency anemia. Iron deficiency is believed to be relatively common of telogen effluvium type of hair loss. It is suggested that women in particular are susceptible to iron deficiency due to the regular loss of iron rich blood during menstruation. Chronic iron deficiencySymptoms
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Anemia due to copper deficiency, known as copper deficiency anemia Copper besides acting as catalyst in oxidation of hydrogen and the formation of melanin (the pigment that gives hair its color), is also needed to release iron stored in liver, for intestinal absorption of iron into the hemoglobin. SourcesMushrooms, grains, nuts, beans. Pernicious AnemiaAnemia due to deficiency of Vitamin B12, known as Pernicious Anemia This is less common, generally affects people over 40 and results due to Vitamin B12 deficiency. Symptoms:
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Also if you feel that the texture of your hair has changed and if you feel excessive hair fall do consult a Trichologist.
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