Nisha Patel Nisha Patel Asked 9 months ago

How many hair fall out a day?

Lately, I've been shedding quite a bit of hair. My mother told me it's normal to lose some daily, but I'm worried it's too much. Can someone tell me how many hairs typically fall out in a day?

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Meera Shah Meera Shah Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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I feel like I am losing way more than 100 hairs every time I shampoo. It is making me so anxious that I dread washing my hair now. Does anyone else feel like their hair fall increases dramatically during certain seasons?

Thomas Joseph Thomas Joseph Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

An average person sheds about 50 to 100 hair strands a day, which is a normal shedding cycle. Just make sure you are not using harsh chemical shampoos or hot water on your scalp. If you notice round bald patches, that's when you should see a dermatologist.

Nalini Krishnan Nalini Krishnan Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Please don't ignore excessive shedding. I thought my heavy hair fall was just seasonal, but it was due to a severe Vitamin D3 and B12 deficiency that took months to recover. If you feel it is more than 100 hairs daily, please consult a specialist.

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Baldev Singh Baldev Singh Joined May 2026 6 months ago

In my seventy years, I have seen hair thin and grow back many times. Losing some hair daily is just nature's way. Don't run behind expensive chemical treatments; just keep a peaceful mind, eat simple home-cooked food, and let your body heal.

Pooja Hegde Pooja Hegde Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Losing 50-100 strands is normal biology. Stop stressing over every single hair. Just focus on keeping your scalp clean, avoid heat styling, and eat a balanced diet instead of worrying about normal daily shedding.

Rohit Shetty Rohit Shetty Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

Most people don't realize that hair health is directly linked to your protein intake. Up to 100 hairs falling daily is standard, but if you want stronger roots, ensure you are eating enough paneer, eggs, or dal. Proper blood circulation through regular workouts also helps immensely.

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Shalini Misra Shalini Misra Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

While 100 hairs is normal, anything significantly more could be a sign of thyroid imbalance. I suffered from heavy hair fall for a year before realizing my thyroid levels were off. I highly recommend getting a simple T3, T4, and TSH blood test done.

Usha Rani Usha Rani Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

I know how heartbreaking it is to see hair all over the house. Up to 100 hairs is normal, but to strengthen your roots, try applying a paste of soaked fenugreek seeds once a week. It is a very safe, traditional remedy that genuinely worked for me and my daughters.

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