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What should you know about massive hair loss?

Where Hair Loss is typically felt, shown on a simplified body outline
Illustration: Where Hair Loss is typically felt, shown on a simplified body outline

Short answer

Marked hair loss can result from a temporary shedding phase, inherited thinning, patchy immune-related loss, scalp disease, or traction, so pattern and timing matter.

This answers one question. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace an assessment by a licensed doctor.

At a glance

Key clues
Pattern, timing, and scalp appearance
Helpful record
Photographs and a symptom timeline

Reading the pattern

Hair loss may be diffuse, concentrated at the temples or crown, or arranged in smooth round patches. Sudden smooth patches can occur with Alopecia Areata; gradual patterned thinning may fit Male Pattern Hair Loss or Female Pattern Hair Loss. Scaling and broken hairs raise concern for Scalp Ringworm, while repeated pulling can cause Traction Alopecia.

Practical next steps

Take scalp photographs in consistent lighting and note onset, speed, illness, diet, medicines, family pattern, and styling habits. Handle hair gently and avoid tight extensions. A clinician may inspect the scalp and decide whether tests or treatment are needed.

When to seek care

Book assessment for rapid progression, defined patches, eyebrow loss, scalp pain, redness, swelling, pus, heavy scale, or broken hairs. Seek prompt care when loss occurs with fever, severe fatigue, or unexplained weight change.

Questions to bring

Ask which pattern is present, whether medicines or tests could identify a trigger, whether follicles appear inflamed, and how soon follow-up is needed.

Find care

General Clinics & Polyclinics in Abu Dhabi

That answer is general. If you want it applied to your own case, these are licensed general clinics & polyclinics listed in Abu Dhabi.

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Ordered by verification status and how complete each clinic's public record is, then alphabetically. This is a directory listing, not a ranking — Zavis does not rate or recommend providers.

A factual listing drawn from the DHA, DOH and MOHAP licence registers. It is not a referral, an endorsement, or advice that any of these providers is right for you.

Questions people ask

Can stress cause marked hair loss?

A major physical or emotional stressor can precede diffuse shedding, but patchy loss or scalp changes need assessment.

Should I start a hair supplement?

Discuss supplements with a clinician first, especially during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

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Medical disclaimer. This page is general health information, not medical advice, and it cannot diagnose you. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider about your own symptoms and treatment. In an emergency in the UAE, call 998 for an ambulance.