Hair Loss Conditions
Educational guides to common hair loss conditions, causes, symptoms, diagnosis conversations, treatment options, and when to seek medical care.
How to Use This Topic Hub
Start with the articles that match your current question, then compare the advice against your Norwood stage, donor area, budget, medical history, and treatment goals. For surgery-related decisions, use these guides to prepare consultation questions rather than as a substitute for an in-person medical evaluation.
Vitamins that block DHT: what the evidence actually shows
Can vitamins block DHT and slow hair loss? We review the real evidence on saw palmetto, zinc, vitamin D, and more, with study numbers and honest limits.
How to buy finasteride: costs, prescriptions, and what to know first
Finasteride costs $1, $3/month generic or $70, $100 branded. Learn how to get a prescription, buy safely online, and what FDA says about risks.
How to buy minoxidil: forms, doses, prices, and what actually works
Topical minoxidil starts around $20/month OTC; oral costs more. Here's exactly what to buy, where, and what the evidence says before you spend a dollar.
Can dandruff cause hair loss? What the evidence actually shows
Dandruff rarely causes hair loss directly, but severe seborrheic dermatitis can. Learn the link, when to worry, and what treatments work. Backed by studies.
Can diabetes cause hair loss? What the evidence shows
Yes, diabetes can cause hair loss through circulation damage, hormonal shifts, and stress. Learn which types, what studies show, and what you can do.
Can finasteride regrow your hairline? What the evidence actually shows
Finasteride slows hairline loss in ~87% of men and regrows hair in ~65%. Here's what the clinical data says about the hairline specifically, and what it...
Can hair loss be reversed? What actually works
Some hair loss is reversible, some isn't. Learn which types respond to treatment, what FDA-approved options exist, and realistic expectations for regrowth.
Can hard water cause hair loss? What the research actually says
Hard water can damage hair texture and cause shedding, but the evidence for permanent hair loss is thin. Here's what studies show and what actually matters.
Can I take 10 mg finasteride? What the dose research actually shows
Wondering if 10 mg finasteride is safe or more effective? Here's what clinical trials, FDA labeling, and real dosing data say before you try it.
Can radiotherapy cause hair loss? What patients need to know
Radiotherapy causes hair loss in nearly all patients treated near the scalp. Learn which doses cause permanent loss, how long it lasts, and what helps it...
Can women take finasteride for hair loss?
Finasteride works for some women with hair loss, but it's not FDA-approved for women and carries real risks. Here's what the evidence actually shows.
Can women use finasteride for hair loss?
Finasteride works for some women with androgenetic alopecia, but pregnancy risk is real. Here's what the evidence says, who it's for, and what to expect.