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Oct 27, 2026
When Should Hair Loss Be Checked by a Doctor?
Seeing hair on your comb or in the shower drain is often worrying. Yet some shedding is normal. This article helps you tell the difference.
# Shedding that is usually normal
Hair grows in cycles, so some strands fall out every day. A commonly quoted figure is around 50–100 strands a day. It varies from person to person and can look like more with long or thick hair.
# Signs you should see a doctor
- Sudden, heavy shedding.
- Bald patches.
- A red, painful, oozing or thickly scaled scalp.
- Shedding that started after an illness, a high fever, childbirth, major weight change or a new medication.
- Shedding together with other symptoms such as constant tiredness.
- Hair loss in a child.
# What you can do at home
- Use a gentle shampoo and avoid scratching your scalp.
- Reduce heat styling and avoid tight hairstyles.
- Eat well and get enough rest.
- Use care products as directed and stop if your scalp stings.
# What the AI Hair Scan can do
The Nurturish AI Hair Scan looks at the visible signs in a photo and gives a first suggestion. The result is an indication, not a diagnosis. If something needs to be checked, the result will advise you to see a doctor first.
This article is general information and does not replace medical advice.
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