On an average, adult individual has around 1,00,000 to 1,50,000 hair. It is normal to shed 30-100 hair per day. Many of these hair go unnoticed as they are shed while combing, bathing, manipulations etc.

If a person starts experiencing sudden increase in amount of hair fall or thinning over particular area of scalp or complete loss of hair from any patch; it’s suggestive of some abnormality and needs medical help.

There are hundreds of causes and types of hair loss. It is not right to put all kind of hair loss as same. Dermatologist/Trichologist is well trained to identify the cause of hair loss. It can be done with simple questions, examination of scalp & hair with handheld lens. In very few cases specialized scalp & blood tests are needed to find out the cause.

It is common practice to try different products before visiting a qualified doctor. Sometimes patient tries different products for years together. It is not advisable to use any product without knowing the cause of hair loss. It can lead to adverse effects or delay in proper treatment. It is better to get proper treatment in time, rather than waiting till worsening / severe hair loss.

Contrary to common belief, Most of the times hair loss can be treated with oral & topical medicines. Very few people need procedures & hair transplant.