How to Test for Hair Loss

If you think you might be losing your hair, it can be very upsetting. There are many potential reasons why you might be experiencing hair loss, including vitamin deficiencies, stress or certain medications, but you won't know how to proceed until you know whether it is an issue. It is not difficult to find out--there is a quick and easy test you can use to determine whether you are experiencing hair loss.

Things You'll Need

• Strand of 20 hairs

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Instructions

• 1

  Take hold of a strand of about 20 hairs close to your scalp.

• 2

  Slowly and firmly pull down the length of the hair until the ends pass through your gripping fingers.

• 3

  Count how many loose hairs, if any, remain between your fingers. If there are more than six loose hairs, you are experiencing hair loss.