Hair loss

It’s normal to lose between 50 and 100 hairs a day. If you see more shedding than that, or excessive thinning or bald patches, there may be a medical reason for you hair loss. Reasons for hair loss include

• Hereditary thinning or baldness, the most common cause of hairloss that affects both men and women
• Alopecia areata, an autoimmune disorder, in which smooth round patches of hair loss are seen
• Telogen effluvium, a temporary increase in shedding which can be due to a stressful event on the body such as childbirth, a major surgery, or severe infection
• Fungal infections, such as ringworm of the scalp
• Certain prescription medications
• Excessive styling products such as relaxers or dyes that can cause hair breakage
• Dieting and poor nutrition, and more

For a full evaluation and workup for your hair loss, as well as treatment options, schedule an appointment with Dr. Norton.