5 Reasons You’re Losing Your Hair

Maylin Rodriguez-Paez RN

Losing your hair? You’re not alone.

For millions of Americans, hair loss can be puzzling and even frightening. Luckily, many cases are treatable.

Below, we’ll go over some of the most common causes of hair loss as well as treatments that you can try at home.

Medical Reasons for Hair Loss

The most common cause of hair loss is a genetic condition called male-pattern baldness or androgenic alopecia.

Different conditions such as menopause, hypothyroidism, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), lupus, and even psoriasis may cause hair loss. When in doubt, check with a dermatologist. …read more