When patients come to my clinic worried about sudden hair shedding, I always look beyond the scalp. Your hair serves as a delicate barometer for your internal health; changes in nutrition, body weight, and daily stress can all leave their mark. Hair growth requires a steady supply of energy and vital nutrients. When your body…
Each scalp follicle follows its own natural cycle, with different follicles at different stages at any one time. This cycle is commonly described in four phases: anagen (growth), catagen (transition), telogen (resting), and exogen (shedding). Changes in the balance of these phases can influence how much hair is shed and how dense the hair appears….
Hair loss can be upsetting enough without the extra stress of which professional deals with which part of the problem. A GP, dermatologist and trichologist can all have a role in hair-loss concerns, but their areas of focus are different. In many cases, their work complements rather than replaces one another. What Role Does a…
Seeing a bunch of hair in the shower, on your brush or around the bathroom can be surprisingly upsetting. Some daily shedding is expected as part of the natural hair cycle. The NHS describes around 50–100 hairs per day as normal, while the British Association of Dermatologists gives a broader range of approximately 30–150 hairs….
Hair thinning can be one of the most emotionally difficult symptoms associated with PMOS. It can affect confidence, styling choices and how comfortable someone feels in everyday situations. PMOS became the new name for PCOS in May 2026. The updated terminology reflects the wider endocrine and metabolic nature of the condition rather than focusing mainly…