Tough question!: Always start with a thyroid test, a "tsh" is fairly inexpensive and sensitive.Low thyroid, a common condition, can cause hair loss.But in my 35+ yrs of practice stress is the most common cause of hair loss.Patchy hair loss brings up other causes that are best addressed by face to face consult with a dr.
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