It is standard practice to experiment with several products before consulting with a competent doctor. Sometimes patients experiment with various products for years on end. It is not suggested to use any product until you know the source of your hair loss. It might have negative consequences or cause a delay in adequate treatment. It is preferable to receive adequate therapy as soon as possible rather than waiting until hair loss worsens or becomes severe.

Adults have between 100,000 and 150,000 hairs on average. It is typical to shed between 30 and 100 hairs every day. Many of these hairs go undetected since they are shed while brushing, washing, manipulations, and other activities.

If a person notices an increase in the amount of hair falling or thinning over a specific region of the scalp, or full loss of hair from any patch, it is a sign of an anomaly that requires medical attention.

There are hundreds of different types and reasons of hair loss. It is incorrect to classify all types of hair loss as the same. A dermatologist/trichologist is well-versed in determining the reason of hair loss. Simple inquiries and an inspection of the scalp and hair with a handheld lens can be used. In only a few cases are sophisticated scalp and blood testing required to determine the reason.

Contrary to popular opinion, most cases of hair loss may be managed with oral and topical medications. Only a small percentage of people require treatments including hair transplants.