Do you really know? Can I prevent hair loss?
Nov 16, 2025
Hair loss affects both men and women, with many experiencing varying degrees throughout their lives. Normal shedding means losing 50 to 100 hairs daily, but factors like stress and diet can cause temporary increases in hair loss. The role of genetics in conditions like male pattern baldness is discussed, alongside medications like minoxidil and finasteride. The rising trend of hair transplants, including aesthetic tourism, is explored, while emerging lab-grown hair follicle research offers a glimpse into potential future solutions.
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Hair Loss Is Very Common
- Two-thirds of men and about half of women experience noticeable hair loss in their lifetime.
- We naturally shed 50–100 hairs daily from roughly 100,000 scalp follicles.
Some Hair Loss Is Reversible
- Some hair loss is temporary and linked to iron deficiency, stress, or sudden weight loss.
- This shedding is called telogen effluvium and may reverse once the cause is addressed.
Genetics And Hormones Drive Pattern Baldness
- Androgenetic alopecia is the main hereditary cause, especially in men with DHT-sensitive follicles.
- Men get receding hairlines or crown loss, while women tend to have diffuse thinning often after menopause.