Take the first step
Dr Chris Steele says:
"Thinning hair is both an emotional and physical problem and is much more common than people may think. There are many reasons why men and women may suffer from thinning hair, including our lifestyle habits. A lot of women may find they see a difference in the growth and thickness of their hair because of hormonal changes, after a period of stress or poor diet. Often this can be just temporary thinning hair."
Here is advice for what to do if you are worried you might be suffering from thinning hair:
- Don't panic. Take stock of the situation, work out why you're losing your hair and find a solution.
- Research. You have come to the right place. Take a look around hairaware.ie to find out more about the issue, establish whether you are suffering from it, and evaluate the steps you can take to help manage your thinning hair.
- Talk. Take comfort and support from those close to you. Talking to your spouse, partner, siblings, or parents about your concerns can help reduce negative, detrimental feelings such as fear, stress or embarrassment. If speaking with a family member or close friend is not an option, find a local thinning hair support group or your local hairdresser. Someone you trust can give you honest advice about whether they have noticed your hair thinning or falling out and share your concerns with them. An honest opinion will put your thinning hair into perspective.
- Expert Advice. Consult your GP or local health practitioner who can help further explain your condition and what you can do. Most types of thinning hair can be diagnosed by a GP who will be able to advise you on the medical causes and identify other reasons why you might be experiencing thinning hair. You can also ask any specific questions to our resident experts here.
- Give your hair a chance. If you want to find out ways to boost hair health and help prevent thinning hair, take a look at the Lifestyle section.
