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I would advice staying away from diagnosing without being seen by a hair loss specialist. Many hair loss conditions look the same but are caused by different factors. To be certain what type of hair loss you are dealing with and what treatment if any can be used have a consult with a certified...

The question you may want to ask is, am I genetically predisposed to hair loss and if so what preventive measures can I take. Visit a certified Trichologist for consultation. Signs can be seen microscopically before being seen with the naked eye.

Try consulting with a professional in hairloss such as a Trichologist. A Trichologist will be able to consult with you about options that would be best for YOU rather than shooting in the dark. Not all treatment responds the same. Many factors should be considered for optimum results.

I would suggest starting with a Tri co Scope Analysis which can confirm whether your are experiencing signs of Androgenetic Alopecia which is what it sounds like you suspect that it is. If you are indeed experiencing Male Androgenetic Alopecia there is help especially if you treat early. Many...

Shedding 4-12 strands especially when shampooing is not unusual. Hair naturally sheds in the telogen phase. Some will shed up to 100 strands a day which can be normal. As for the thinning in the temples it might be worth seeing your local Trichologist for an analysis. Many men begin early...

Hello, My name is Tracie and I'm a certified Trichologist. So happy that there is a forum for those experiencing hair loss to share their concerns, express their feelings about hair loss and search for answers. I know that loosing your hair can be very disturbing for most. Knowing that you are...