{"id":894,"date":"2026-07-14T09:17:01","date_gmt":"2026-07-14T09:17:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joaopatrocinio.pt\/hair-loss-when-is-it-normal-and-when-should-you-seek-medical-help\/"},"modified":"2026-08-19T16:15:44","modified_gmt":"2026-08-19T16:15:44","slug":"hair-loss-when-is-it-normal-and-when-should-you-seek-medical-help","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joaopatrocinio.pt\/en\/hair-loss-when-is-it-normal-and-when-should-you-seek-medical-help\/","title":{"rendered":"Hair loss: when is it normal and when should you seek medical help?"},"content":{"rendered":" \n

Hair loss is a frequent concern and one of the main reasons for a dermatology consultation. Although it is normal to lose some hair daily, there are situations in which this loss can indicate a scalp disease or other health problem that benefits from specialized evaluation. <\/span><\/p> \n

Knowing how to distinguish physiological hair loss from a situation that requires diagnosis is the first step to preserving hair health and starting the most appropriate treatment.<\/p> \n

If the loss persists or you notice changes in hair density, it may be important to perform an expert evaluation of hair diseases and alopecia<\/a><\/span><\/strong>.<\/p> \n

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Is it normal to lose hair every day?<\/h2> \n

Yes.<\/p> \n

Hair grows cyclically, and each follicle goes through different phases throughout life. For this reason, it is normal to lose between 50 and 100 hairs a day<\/strong>, which are naturally replaced by new strands. <\/p> \n

This renewal is part of the normal hair cycle and, in most people, does not cause any decrease in hair density.<\/p> \n

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When does hair loss stop being normal?<\/h2> \n

Hair loss should be valued when:<\/p> \n