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We commonly know of hair loss happening in males in their 40s or 50s, or in females who are postpartum or have experienced menopause. We are familiar with the thinning of hair and receding hairline that we commonly see in an already aged face or body, and somehow can accept this as a normal part of ageing. However, hair loss actually can also happen in teenagers! So, what are some of the reasons for teenage hair loss? In this article, we will go through some of the early signs and symptoms of teenage hair loss, as well as some of the causes of teenage hair loss and hair loss treatment in Singapore.<\/a><\/p>\n

Teenage hair loss can be a debilitating condition. Not so much physically, as it is not something that physically produces pain nor physically limits a person from performing their normal activities of daily living. It is debilitating in the sense that it can affect a teenager’s self-esteem and mood, as this is the main period of their lives where they are figuring out their values, likes and dislikes, as well as interests, hobbies, and long-term goals. Social validation of their peers and superiors can matter a lot to them during this stage as they are still finding their way in this world and need the support of people around them. Having hair loss during this sensitive period is no small thing, and there are some things we need to keep an eye out for when it comes to teenage hair loss.<\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong>\u00a0Different Types Of Hair Loss \u2013 When To See A Specialist<\/a><\/p>\n

\"hairWhat Are The Early Signs & Symptoms Of Teenage Hair Loss?<\/h2>\n

It is actually normal to lose up to 50-100 strands of hair a day. Sometimes it may look like a female loses more hair than a male, but that is usually because a female\u2019s hair is typically longer in length and 100 long hairs on the floor looks a lot more than 100 short hairs! However, there are some early signs and symptoms of teenage hair loss to look out for.<\/p>\n

Firstly, hair loss that occurs from medical conditions can look like:<\/strong><\/p>\n