Hair loss also known as Alopecia is the partial or complete absence of hair from areas of the body where it normally grows - baldness.

E.g.

• Areata
• Totalis
• Universalis
• Androgenic
• Scarring
• Postpartum
• Traction
• Trichotillomania
• Lichens Planopilaris

Traumatic circumstances can also trigger alopecia; extreme weight loss(gastric banding, anorexia), low iron and stressful situation(loss of a loved one, abuse, sickness etc)

There are experts who can help to identify what your problems are if you need help.

1.Trichology is the specialty that deals with problems of the hair and scalp; hairloss, baldness, allergies, alopecia, scaling, itching, hair breakage due to chemical or physical abuse, dryness, oiliness of the hair and scalp.
Qualified Trichologists are registered members of the International Association of Trichologist.

2.Dermatologists are medical practitioner's who are qualified to diagnose and treat skin, hair and nail disorders e.g eczema, alopecia, psoriasis, skin cancer, auto immune conditions; lupus and allergies.

3.Endocrinologists are medical practitioner's qualified to diagnose and treat disorders of the endocrine glands and hormones. e.g pancreatitis, pituitary, thyroid and adrenal glands etc