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Hair Loss (Alopecia)

Hair loss due to different causes ranging from male-pattern baldness to autoimmune alopecia.

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What is Hair Loss (Alopecia)?

Hair loss (alopecia) is a symptom developing through different mechanisms and can have many underlying causes. Androgenetic alopecia (male/female pattern hair loss) is the most common form occurring due to genetic sensitivity to the DHT hormone.

Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks hair follicles, leading to round-patch hair loss. Telogen effluvium is temporary collective hair loss developing after triggers such as stress, childbirth, high fever, or nutritional disorder.

Dermatological examination, trichology evaluation, and blood tests may be required to determine the cause of hair loss. Treatment of the underlying cause often stops or slows hair loss.

Symptoms

Excessive hair loss during combing or washing
Hairline recession or thinning at the top
Round, limited hairless patches (alopecia areata)
Scarring or crusting on the scalp
Thinning of hair strands and increased fragility
Eyebrow and eyelash loss (severe alopecia areata)
Diffuse hair thinning — especially in women

Risk Factors

Family history of hair loss
Hormonal changes (pregnancy, menopause, thyroid diseases)
Iron deficiency anemia and nutritional deficiencies
High stress and traumatic life events
Autoimmune diseases
Aggressive hair care (chemical treatments, tight bun)
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy

When to See a Doctor?

If you experience any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention promptly:

  • When hair loss starts suddenly or progresses rapidly
  • If there is redness, pain, or scarring on the scalp
  • When round hairless patches are noticed
  • If accompanying fatigue, weight change, or hormonal symptoms are present
  • When loss is observed in eyebrows and eyelashes too

Treatment Methods

01
Minoxidil (topical) and finasteride (oral in men) in androgenetic alopecia
02
Intralesional corticosteroid injection in alopecia areata
03
Treatment of the underlying cause in telogen effluvium
04
Correction of deficiencies such as iron, zinc, biotin
05
PRP (platelet-rich plasma) applications
06
Hair transplantation in severe cases

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You can visit our Dermatoloji department for these complaints. Our specialist physicians will create the most suitable treatment plan for you.

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