You’re in the shower. You glance down. There’s more hair circling the drain than you remember seeing last week, or maybe last month. You do a quick mental calculation, try to remember if this is new, and then spend the next ten minutes quietly spiraling. Sound familiar? Most people have been there. And most people […]
Types of Hair Loss
Hair Loss After Weight Loss: What to Know
Losing weight can bring many positive health benefits, but for some people, it also comes with an unexpected side effect: hair loss. Increased shedding or thinning after weight loss can be discouraging, especially when you’ve worked hard to improve your health. The good news is that hair loss after weight loss is common and usually […]
How to Fix Traction Alopecia: Causes, Treatment, and Recovery
Traction alopecia is a type of hair loss caused by repeated tension on the hair follicles. It often develops slowly, making the early signs easy to overlook. By the time thinning or breakage becomes noticeable, many people feel unsure about how to reverse the damage. The good news is that traction alopecia is often treatable, […]
Postpartum Hair Loss: What You Can Expect
Bringing a new baby into the world is an exciting and emotional time. But for many women, a few months after childbirth can bring an unexpected change—postpartum hair loss. If you’ve noticed more strands in your brush or shower drain, you’re not alone. This type of hair shedding is extremely common and, in most instances, […]
Dr. Bruce Marko Reflects on Early Signs of Hair Loss
Have you recently noticed a significant increase in the shedding of your hair? While some shedding is normal, an excessive increase can be an early indication of hair loss. Dr. Bruce Marko reflects on early warning signs that you may be experiencing early in the process: Early Signs of Hair Loss Increased Shedding Hair shedding, […]