The medical term for hair loss is alopecia. There may be associated scalp disease or scarring.

• Alopecia may be localised or diffuse.
• It can affect the scalp or other parts of the body.
• It may be due to hair shedding, poor quality hair, or hair thinning.
• There may be areas of skin that are completely bald.
• There may be associated skin disease or scarring.

Unfortunately, hair loss may not be easy to remedy.