Journal

Basics · 10

Causes and patterns of hair loss, explained simply. General information, not medical advice.

10 articles

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Why hair falls out: what is normal and what is not

How much daily shedding is normal, common causes of thinning, and signs that need a doctor.

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When to see a doctor about hair loss

Signs of hair loss that need a doctor’s check before any cosmetic treatment.

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The hair growth cycle: why change takes time

Hair grows, rests and sheds in cycles. Understanding them keeps your expectations about care and treatment realistic.

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Shedding or breakage? How to tell the difference

Hairs in the sink are not always falling from the root. Learn the difference between shedding and breakage, because the causes and care differ.

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Hereditary hair loss: what you can and cannot change

If your parents or relatives thinned, you may notice the same pattern. Here is what to know about the family factor.

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Early signs of thinning hair that many people miss

Thinning rarely happens overnight. These are the small signs clients often notice before they come to see us.

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Seven hair-loss myths people still believe

Do caps cause baldness? Does daily shampoo damage hair? We separate common myths from what is more reasonable.

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Hair shedding after a fever or illness: what to know

Many people notice more shedding a few months after a bad fever or a period of illness. Here is why, and when to get checked.

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Medicines and hair loss: talk to your doctor

Some medicines can be linked with hair changes. Never stop a medicine on your own; here is how to raise it with your doctor.

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Why hair seems to shed more at certain times

Many people notice shedding changes from month to month. These everyday factors can affect it, and here is how to see the real pattern.

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