Hair loss, sinus infections, and blood flow

[Schitz Popinov]

Hey guys. This question is aimed more at those who believe that blood flow plays a role in hair loss.

I believe I've suffered from persistent, long-running bouts of sinus infections for years. In fact, when I think back to when the hair loss started - it was around the same time I started having sinus problems.

Can those kinds of infections disrupt blood flow to the scalp and antagonize other elements that lead to hair loss?

 

[M8R-y644n4]

I couldn't recall anything related to connection between sinus infection and hair loss.
If blood flow really causes hair loss, it wouldn't look anything like male pattern baldness. So ask yourself if your hair loss resembles male pattern baldness (eg; thin on top, sides unaffected, receding hairline) or not.
Just my opinion.

 

[Schitz Popinov]

I couldn't recall anything related to connection between sinus infection and hair loss.
If blood flow really causes hair loss, it wouldn't look anything like male pattern baldness. So ask yourself if your hair loss resembles male pattern baldness (eg; thin on top, sides unaffected, receding hairline) or not.
Just my opinion.

When people say "sides" are they referring to the entire side? I've noticed that the lower half of my sides have always been a lot lighter in coverage than the top half. Same for how it wraps down around the back of my head too.

Btw, I'm not insinuating that blood flow is the cause. I've read various materials that it can cause problems in combination with other antagonists like DHT, PGD2, inflammation, poor oxygenation, etc etc.

 

[RatherGoBlindThanSeeItGo]

I think hair loss due to restricted blood flow is also common in diabetes. My dad is a 60yo diabetic NW1 (better hairline than me *crying in spanish*) but his hair has been getting thinner all over his head. He has also lost all hair on his legs. His skin is quite pale.

No idea about sinus infections though.

 

[M8R-y644n4]

Sides mean above the ears and also the back of your head.
If you're losing sides but top is dense, then it doesn't look like male pattern baldness.
You should really see a doctor to rule out other causes for your hair loss.
If you're lucky (male pattern baldness is not the cause) then it's highly likely possible to reverse lost hair once issue is fixed.

 

[Schitz Popinov]

Thought I'd update this.

I recently began taking a regimen of Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Pregnenolone, and assorted essential minerals droplets. I also switched up my shampoo from Head and Shoulders w/Selenium to Every Man Jack Thickening Shampoo + Conditioner.

It's been two weeks though and I've noticed the following:

- My hair feels stronger, but the shedding has increased a bit
- My scalp itch has returned and so has the painful acne on the back of my head
- My face has gotten a bit oily again

I'm beginning to wonder if I have some form of scalp folliculitis or seborrheic dermatitis.

 

[myhairbegone]

No.

 

[Johnmpb]

Do you have a deviated septum? I got sinus infections kind of frequently and my ent evaluated me and said I have a deviated septum. I noticed I could only breath freely most of the time thru one nostril. I'd visit an ent if you have insurance.