What to Do When You Suddenly Lose a Patch of Hair
During special times, when anxiety levels are particularly high and sleep becomes difficult at night, you might suddenly lose a patch of hair—what we call "ghost shaving" (alopecia areata). Don't be alarmed. We've encountered patients like this before, experiencing hair loss that isn't just patchy but may even progress to more extensive shedding.
This indicates that if your brain is under extreme tension, the insufficient blood supply to the capillaries in the scalp will lead to inadequate nutrition for the hair, making it more prone to falling out. Therefore, at this time, we still advise everyone to relax—something everyone should do—while also massaging the scalp.
Note whether it's "ghost shaving" or hair loss, there may not necessarily be medications available for treatment. However, if you comb or massage your scalp to improve blood circulation, it can help alleviate hair loss.
Additionally, if you have trouble sleeping, you can take some medication to intervene, such as sleep aids, to improve rest quality. This can help reduce overall symptoms and also alleviate skin-related issues.