Why does so much hair fall out in the shower?

Oh my god, this is my biggest fear every time I wash my hair! I keep thinking, is it normal? Is it too much? It's often just because all the hair that normally sheds throughout the day gets tangled and comes out when you wash. But if it's really a lot, more than usual, it's worth getting a check-up for deficiencies or stress.

It's usually just the hair that has already completed its growth cycle and shed naturally. When you wash your hair, it helps release those loose strands. Don't worry too much unless you notice significant thinning.

It's so distressing to see all that hair in the drain, isn't it? I used to cry after every shower. It could be normal shedding, but it can also be a sign of stress, hormonal changes, or deficiencies. Just know you're not alone in feeling worried about it. It's okay to feel upset.

My dermatologist explained that we naturally shed 50-100 hairs a day. When you wash your hair, especially if you don't wash it daily, all those loose strands that would have fallen out gradually throughout the day accumulate and come out at once. So it just *looks* like more. However, if it's truly excessive, get your thyroid and vitamin D/B12 levels checked.

For me, it always feels like more comes out in the shower because that's when it all gets dislodged. If I skip a day, the next wash looks like a horror movie! My barber said it's pretty normal unless you see bald patches. But if you're really concerned, a dermatologist is the best person to ask.