Do I have thinning hair? (Photo)

At 21, it’s understandable to be concerned about hair loss, especially when you notice red bumps and bald patches on your scalp. Androgenetic alopecia (AGA), or male pattern baldness, usually causes gradual thinning without redness or bumps, so what you're describing doesn’t quite fit the typ...

Hello and thank you for your question. I suggest you see a reputable dermatologist for a diagnosis. Best of luck to you. Dr. T

Yes, finer hairs can be an early sign of androgenetic alopecia (AGA), commonly known as male pattern baldness. As hair follicles begin to shrink in response to hormones like DHT (dihydrotestosterone), the hair they produce becomes thinner and shorter over time, a process called miniaturization....

Hello and thank you for your question. Shedding while using Minoxidil usually occurs a few weeks after you start using it. Shedding is a temporary thing and means the Minoxidil is working. Best wishes to you. Dr. T

Hello and thank you for your question. This could be early scarring alopecia but you'll need to see a dermatologist in order to be sure. Find a reputable doctor in order to get the proper diagnosis. Best of luck to you. Dr. T

It’s not uncommon to experience a shedding phase when starting or stopping finasteride. What you're describing sounds like a classic "shedding" reaction, which is a temporary phase where the hair enters the telogen (resting) phase before falling out and making room for new growth. This can h...