Is it normal to lose around 300 hairs every shower?

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every shower i lose about 400 hairs i wash my hair gently and i don't comb it when its wet i leave it untill it dries also i dont use flat iron only a straightener once a week i have curly long hair it was thick when i was younger now im 19 and my hair's thickness is very diefferent if we look back at it 2 yrs ago , i notice the thinning and white spots especially the front side i'm really scared now im messaging it gently with olive oil now is it normal to lose this amount of hair ?

Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

The average number of hairs shed in a day is approximately 100. This may vary based upon many factors including the frequency of showering and possibly seasonal cyclic shedding. If you are noticing a change in your shedding pattern or areas that are thinning, you need to see a hair expert. They will do a good history examination and possibly blood work and biopsy. Treatment is based upon the etiology of the hair loss.

Robert Nettles, MD · Answer

On average one loses 50-100 strands of hair a day. Losing more than that is not normal and you should consider seeing a hair loss specialist who can help you get to the root of the problem.

Parsa Mohebi, MD, FISHRS · Answer

On average about 100 hairs are lost a day.  If you are having loss in excess of this you may want to speak with a hair transplant physician.  The physician will review your family history, examine your hair looking for miniaturization and analyze your scalp.  Since you spoke of using a flat iron, I assume you are female.  In that case, blood work may be necessary.

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

It's likely that what you are experiencing is not normal so you will want to see a physician who specializes in hair loss for an comprehensive review of your medical history and of course an up close examination of your scalp. If a person shampoos just once per week, then 300 could be normal. If a person shampoos daily or every second day, this number is likely excessive. Please see a physician for further evaluation. You first need to determine your diagnosis.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

This is not normal and you should find out why you are losing hair at such a rate. The use of hot irons can cause hair loss if not used problem. See an expert doctor

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