Medications That Can Cause Hair Shedding
Many common prescriptions can trigger hair shedding. Here’s how medication-related shedding works and what questions to ask your prescriber.
How Often Should You Wash Thinning Hair?
There’s no fixed rule for washing thinning hair — scalp condition, hair type and lifestyle matter more than a strict schedule.
Scarring Alopecia: Why Early Assessment Matters
Scarring alopecia can permanently destroy hair follicles. Here’s why getting assessed early matters more than with other types of hair loss.
How to Shave Your Head for the First Time
A calm, practical guide to shaving your head for the first time, from tools and technique to aftercare for your scalp.
Iron, Ferritin and Hair Loss: What to Ask Your Doctor
A plain-language guide to iron, ferritin and hair shedding, and the specific questions worth raising at your next doctor’s visit.
Diffuse Thinning in Women: What It Looks Like
Diffuse thinning in women means hair becomes less dense all over rather than in one bald patch. Here’s what that looks like and why it happens.
Can Thyroid Problems Cause Hair Loss?
Thyroid conditions can trigger diffuse hair thinning. Here’s how the thyroid affects hair growth, what to watch for, and when to see a doctor.
Thinning Crown: What It Means and What to Do Next
A thinning crown can point to pattern hair loss, shedding, or other causes. Here’s what it usually means and how to think about next steps.
Can Diet Cause Hair Loss?
Yes, some diets can trigger hair shedding. Here’s how nutrition, crash dieting and deficiencies relate to hair loss, and what doesn’t.
What to Expect at a Dermatologist Hair Loss Visit
A plain guide to what actually happens at a dermatologist appointment for hair loss, from history questions to scalp exams and tests.