Rahul Das Rahul Das Asked 9 months ago

How many strands of hair fall out a day?

I've been a bit concerned about hair fall lately. What's the average number of hair strands that fall out in a day for most people? Just trying to figure out if my hair fall is normal or excessive.

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Vikram Rathore Vikram Rathore Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago
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It's common to lose around 50 to 100 hair strands daily as part of the natural hair cycle. For me, staying active and eating a balanced diet helps keep my overall health, including hair, in check. If it's a lot more, maybe check nutrient levels.

Ankita Das Ankita Das Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Normal hair fall ranges from 50 to 100 strands a day. If you notice significantly more than that, or patchy hair loss, it's advisable to consult a dermatologist. Could be stress, diet, or hormonal changes.

Sonia Sharma Sonia Sharma Joined Jul 2026 3 months ago

Oh, I was so worried about this recently! My doctor told me losing 50-100 strands daily is totally normal. I was losing more due to stress, but after managing stress and taking some supplements, it's back to normal. Don't panic if it's in this range.

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Sarita Singh Sarita Singh Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Beti, thode baal girna toh normal baat hai, sabke girte hain. Bade log kehte hain 50-100 tak toh theek hai. Zyada lag raha ho toh achhe tel ki maalish karo ya kisi bade doctor ko dikha do. Mann halka ho jayega.

Rajesh Gupta Rajesh Gupta Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

They say around 50 to 100 hair strands is normal. For my BP, I focus on diet and exercise. If hair fall is excessive, it could be a sign of something else, so it's always good to get a checkup. Health is interconnected.

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Prakash Rao Prakash Rao Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Generally, 50-100 strands are considered normal. Don't waste money on expensive shampoos or treatments without knowing the cause. If you're concerned, a doctor's visit and some basic blood tests might be needed, which are usually affordable.

Neha Kadam Neha Kadam Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Yaar, this is a common worry! Actually, doctors say losing around 50 to 100 hairs a day is totally normal. It's when it's much more than that, or if you see bald spots, that you should worry and see a dermatologist.

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