FAQ / Resources - Hair Loss Hair has been called our "crowning glory". Society has placed a great deal of social and cultural importance on hair and hairstyles. Unfortunately, many conditions, diseases, and improper hair care results in excessive hair loss. People who notice their hair shedding in large amounts after combing or brushing, or whose hair becomes thinner or falls out, should consult a dermatologist. With correct diagnosis, many people with hair loss can be helped. Dermatologists, physicians who specialize in medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatment of diseases of the hair and skin, will evaluate the patient's hair problem by asking questions about medical disorders and recent illnesses, diet and exercise, medications and vitamins including health food taken in the last six months, family history of hair loss, and hair care habits.		Did You Know?       Did you know that hereditary balding and hair thinning is the most common cause of hair loss?               "That it will never come again is what makes life sweet."