Hair Fall: Common Contributing Factors and What to Discuss at Consultation

The useful starting point

A clear overview of patterns, triggers, scalp clues and when investigations may help. The aim of this guide is to help you ask better questions and understand why an individual assessment matters.

Timing offers important clues

Hair shedding two or three months after illness, childbirth, severe stress or dietary change may have a different pattern from gradual genetic thinning. Note major events before the shedding began.

During a consultation, this part of the discussion is adapted to your medical history, daily routine, previous treatment and priorities. The recommendation should be understandable, proportionate and open to review.

The scalp deserves attention

Itching, scaling, pain, pustules or smooth patches can point to scalp conditions that require medical assessment. Photographs of earlier changes may help.

During a consultation, this part of the discussion is adapted to your medical history, daily routine, previous treatment and priorities. The recommendation should be understandable, proportionate and open to review.

Nutrition is only one part

Iron, protein and other factors can matter, but indiscriminate supplements are not always helpful. Testing should be guided by history and professional advice.

During a consultation, this part of the discussion is adapted to your medical history, daily routine, previous treatment and priorities. The recommendation should be understandable, proportionate and open to review.

Track more than daily shed counts

Part width, ponytail circumference and consistent photographs may show trends better than counting every strand. Sudden, patchy or scarring loss warrants prompt specialist care.

During a consultation, this part of the discussion is adapted to your medical history, daily routine, previous treatment and priorities. The recommendation should be understandable, proportionate and open to review.

Questions patients often ask