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Causes of hair loss are wide and varied. Wearing pigtails, cornrows or using tight hair rollers can cause hair loss due to pulling action. This type of hair loss is called traction alopecia. Sometimes using hot oil or chemicals on scalp may cause inflammation or burning in the hair follicles and result in hair loss. Major surgery, stress, long illness, and hormonal problems can also cause hair loss in large amounts. Temporary illnesses usually do not cause hair loss.