Conditions We Investigate
GLP-1 & Rapid Weight-Loss Shedding
Increased shedding reported by some people during rapid weight loss, including while using GLP-1 medications. It is generally associated with the pace of the change and the nutrition that accompanies it rather than the hair itself.
What patients often notice
- Marked shedding beginning two to four months after the weight change began
- Diffuse thinning across the scalp rather than distinct patches
- Regrowth that appears short and fine along the hairline
When to schedule an evaluation
Early in the course of treatment, so nutrition and shedding can be documented from the start. We do not advise on medication — that stays with your prescriber — but we can investigate the hair and scalp picture alongside it.
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Begin with an investigation, not a guess.
A conversation is the first step. We will help you understand what may be contributing to the changes you have noticed.
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