01 · Understanding the condition
Hair loss may be temporary or progressive. Pattern, onset, shedding, family history, diet, illness, pregnancy, medications and scalp findings guide diagnosis.
02 · What people notice
Common signs
and patterns.
- Excess shedding
- Widening part or recession
- Patchy loss
- Scalp redness, scale or pain
03 · Our assessment approach
01
Identify the type of loss
02
Investigate when clinically indicated
03
Treat scalp disease and deficiencies
04
Discuss medical and procedural options
Prompt review is important for sudden patches, scarring, pain, pus, eyebrow loss or rapid progression.
04 · Common question
A clear
answer.
Does oiling stop hair loss?+
Oil may reduce shaft friction but does not treat most follicular or medical causes of hair loss.
Online information cannot confirm a diagnosis. Images and symptoms that appear similar can have different causes and may require examination or testing.