For general education only. This information does not diagnose a condition or replace medical advice. Your provider will determine which evaluation or treatment is appropriate for you.
What to notice
Describe whether you see more shedding, a wider part, or patches of loss. Note when it started and any scalp itching, scaling, or pain.
Possible contributing factors
Inherited patterns, recent illness, childbirth, stress, medicines, and scalp conditions can contribute to hair changes. Different causes need different approaches, and an examination may be necessary.
When to seek care
Arrange care for sudden, patchy, painful, or persistent loss. A provider may recommend an in person scalp examination rather than selecting a treatment from a photograph alone.
Questions to bring
- What pattern of hair change do you see?
- Do I need an examination or targeted testing?
- How would we measure whether treatment is helping?