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Why am I losing my hair?

Hair loss occurs in both men and women; often it's genetic, but sometimes it's due to medication, hormonal issues, or other factors in the body. Trichologist Candy Lewis, ND, explains the various reasons people lose their hair.

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  • When you should (and shouldn’t) wash your hair everyday

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Up Next

  • What supplements can help women with thinning hair?

  • How can I make my thinning hair look thicker?

  • What is alopecia?

  • What happens to our hair as we age?

  • Does menopause affect your hair?

  • Minoxidil may be an inexpensive treatment for hair loss

  • What to eat for healthier hair

  • Why do men grow hair in weird places as they get older?

  • When you should (and shouldn’t) wash your hair everyday

  • How can platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy help with hair loss?

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