Hair Loss Online Doctor Ireland – Advice

Hair Loss — Advice from an Online Doctor

Hair loss is common in both men and women, and it can affect how you feel about yourself. A doctor can help work out the cause and talk through what might help.

Last updated 10 October 2026 · Written for patients in Ireland

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Common causes

Inherited pattern hair loss, in men and women
Stress, illness or surgery causing temporary shedding
Thyroid problems, low iron or other medical conditions
Some medicines
Patchy hair loss, which can have its own causes

What the doctor will do

Your doctor will ask how and when the hair loss started, look at the pattern on video, and consider your health and medicines. They may suggest blood tests, discuss treatment options where appropriate, or advise seeing a specialist.

Be realistic

Treatments for pattern hair loss can slow it down and sometimes help regrowth, but results vary and take months. Your doctor will be honest about what to expect.

Frequently asked questions

Can hair loss be treated online?

Many causes can be assessed by video. Where appropriate the doctor can advise or prescribe treatment, or suggest tests.

Is hair loss a sign of something serious?

Usually not, but sudden or patchy hair loss, or hair loss with other symptoms, should be checked.

Official sources and further reading

HSE: hair loss

This page is general information for patients in Ireland, not a diagnosis or personal medical advice. If you are worried about your health, speak to a doctor. In an emergency call 112 or 999.

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