Hair loss in infants often causes fear and panic in many mothers. But in fact, the hair loss of newborn babies does not in itself mean anything. However, in conjunction with other symptoms, it can be a sign of the disease. So, how dangerous is hair loss in babies?
The first hair of the child is very delicate and delicate, resembling a fluff. For which they received the name "gun" hair. Parents need to know that the first hair is a fickle phenomenon. They fall out on their own, which is absolutely normal. Thin hairs easily fall out due to the constant friction of the baby's head against the pillow, mattress, mother's hand at the moment of breastfeeding, about the hat for a walk. The head of the newborn sweats strongly, which also contributes to hair loss. Natural hair loss is considered when combing with a scallop, even a special soft one.
In newborns, hair loss usually occurs during the first three months of life. At this time there is a period of active development of the baby, changes occur in the body, they affect the hair cover of the newborn, and its replacement occurs.
Instead of thin and fragile "pushkovyh" hair, the child begins to grow stiffer and stronger. It should be noted that the period of replacement of fallen hair can be significantly prolonged, even up to a year and a half.
Thus, the process of hair loss in young children by itself is not dangerous, it is natural for the first months of his life. If there are no concomitant symptoms, then there is nothing to be afraid of. If hair loss is accompanied by some other symptoms, you should see a doctor to confirm or refute rickets in the newborn.
It is shown that hair loss in infants really can be considered a clinical sign of the progression of rickets. In this case, associated signs of rickets: marble skin in a child, increased sweating, rejection of breast milk, constant crying, high fever, frequent constipation, prolonged refusal of sleep.
In case, in addition to hair loss, the child has the above symptoms, you should consult a doctor.
Causes of hair loss in newborns
As already mentioned, the main cause of hair loss in infants is their fine structure. Many babies are born with hair, but they are very thin, so they are easy to roll up and quickly fall out, even without exerting an external impact on them in the form of combing. For their loss, it is enough simple friction, for example, about the mattress. Hair, appearing in place of "gun", differ not only in structure, but also can be a completely different color. Cases when a child was born with dark hair a typical brunette, and then the color of his hair color changed to a blonde in the first months of life, are often and completely natural. It should be noted that the hair shaft is finally formed only in the fifth year of the child's life. It is then that his hair becomes much thicker, and the hair is stiffer and tighter.
Prevention of hair loss in children
The newborn's hair requires proper care, despite the short period of their stay on the head. Adequate care should not violate the pH of the head, do not contribute to the formation of scales and crusts on the scalp, which are often the result of improper hair care for children.
It is recommended to use only children's hypoallergenic cosmetics. This is probably the most important rule that can not be neglected. It is strictly forbidden to use shampoos intended for adults to wash the baby's head. They contain preservatives, dyes, fragrances that can cause allergies in the baby. On children's shampoo should be a label on the possible use of it from the first days of life. Well, if it's a series of "Without Tears."
It is not recommended to use shampoo more than 1-2 times a week. But the head needs to be washed at each bathing of the kid boiled or running water. This prevents the formation of the skin on the scalp of epithelial scales and fallen hairs. It is recommended to rinse the baby's hair with decoctions of such herbs as chamomile or string.