Hair loss and nutrient deficiencies: what the evidence shows
Iron, vitamin D, and zinc deficiencies have been linked to hair shedding, while biotin deficiency is genuinely rare. Here's what the evidence…
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The biology of hair loss and the evidence behind common treatments, so you can understand your options before talking to a clinician.
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Can stress cause hair loss? What the evidence shows
Significant stress can trigger telogen effluvium, a temporary hair-shedding condition. Here's how it works, its timeline, and when to see a…
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Postpartum hair loss: why it happens and what helps
Postpartum hair shedding is a temporary condition called telogen effluvium, triggered by hormonal shifts after childbirth. Here's why it happens and…
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Female pattern hair loss, explained
Female pattern hair loss causes diffuse thinning at the crown and a widening part, not a receding hairline. Genetics and hormonal changes are the main…
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Topical vs oral minoxidil
Minoxidil is used topically on the scalp and, in some cases, orally as a tablet under clinical supervision. Oral minoxidil for hair loss is used…
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What to expect in the first 6 months of hair treatment
In the first six months of hair treatment, expect gradual rather than dramatic change, since hair treatments generally take several months before any…
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Male pattern hair loss explained
What it is, the role of genetics and DHT, and how it progresses.
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Combination hair loss treatments
Combination hair-loss treatment means using more than one approach together because different treatments work in different ways. Some people use such…
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Finasteride vs dutasteride: which is right for you
Finasteride and dutasteride are prescription medications that both lower DHT by blocking the 5-alpha-reductase enzyme, but finasteride mainly acts on…
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Common questions
Better Hair FAQs
What causes male pattern hair loss?
Male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) is largely driven by genetics and the effect of the hormone DHT on hair follicles over time. It is progressive, which is why many people explore treatment earlier rather than later. A clinician can help identify the pattern and cause.
What treatments are commonly used for hair loss?
Commonly discussed options include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil (topical or oral), sometimes in combination. Whether any option is appropriate for you is a clinical decision made by an independent licensed clinician after an evaluation. This page does not recommend a specific treatment.
Finasteride or minoxidil, what's the difference?
They work differently: finasteride is an oral medication that reduces DHT, while minoxidil is applied topically (or taken orally) and is thought to prolong the growth phase of hair. Some people use them together under clinical guidance. Your clinician can explain the trade-offs for your situation.
How long before results might be visible?
Hair treatments generally take time, often several months of consistent use before any change is noticeable, and results vary from person to person. We don't promise specific outcomes; your clinician can set realistic expectations.
How does the online consultation work?
You complete a confidential online evaluation reviewed by an independent licensed clinician. If treatment is appropriate, it is dispensed through a licensed U.S. pharmacy. A consultation does not guarantee a prescription.
Talk to a Lovely Meds clinician about hair loss treatment
An independent, licensed medical professional will review your online evaluation and determine whether treatment is appropriate for you.
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