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.
Does stress cause hair loss? What the evidence actually shows
Yes, stress can cause hair loss, mainly through telogen effluvium. Learn how it works, how long it lasts, and what treatments actually help. Backed by...
Does topical finasteride work for hair loss?
Topical finasteride reduced scalp DHT by up to 90% with far less systemic absorption than the pill. Here's what the trials actually show.
Does vaping cause hair loss? What the evidence actually shows
Vaping may contribute to hair loss through nicotine-driven vasoconstriction and oxidative stress. Here's what studies say and when to worry.
Does wearing a hat cause hair loss? The real answer
Hats do not cause hair loss. Dermatologists confirm androgenetic alopecia is driven by genetics and DHT, not hat-wearing. Here's what the evidence actually...
Does Wegovy cause hair loss? What the evidence actually shows
Wegovy causes hair loss in roughly 3% of users, mainly via telogen effluvium from rapid weight loss. Here's what the data says and how to protect your hair.
Does Wellbutrin cause hair loss? What the evidence says
Wellbutrin lists hair loss in roughly 1 to 4% of users in clinical trials. Here's what actually happens, why, and what you can do about it.
Dutasteride for hair loss: does it work better than finasteride?
Dutasteride blocks up to 99% of DHT vs finasteride's 70%. Learn what the trials show, who it's for, side effects, and how to use it safely.
Early receding hairline: signs, causes, and what actually works
Noticing your hairline moving back in your 20s or 30s? Learn the real signs of early recession, what causes it, and which treatments have clinical evidence.
Early symptoms of hair loss: what to watch for and when to act
Thinning temples, more hairs on your pillow, a wider part, learn the 8 real early signs of hair loss, what each means, and when to see a doctor.
Facial hair transplant: what to expect, costs, and real results
Facial hair transplants cost $3,000, $15,000 and use FUE or FUT grafts. Learn who qualifies, what results look like, and what the recovery actually involves.
What factors cause hair loss? The complete breakdown
Genetics, hormones, diet, stress, and medication all drive hair loss. Learn which factors affect you and what the evidence says about reversing them.
FDA approved alopecia treatments: what actually works
Only a handful of treatments are FDA approved for alopecia. This guide covers all of them, how well they work, and which ones are worth your money.