Ep 17: Understanding Hair Loss with Dr. Nancy Echefu

📱 Send Us a Text Message! We’d love to hear from you! Please include your name and email address so we can reply. Don’t worry — this won’t sign you up for our email list. We’ll only use your info to respond to your question.For many women, hair is more than just an appearance—it’s tied to identity, femininity, and confidence. Hair loss can be difficult to navigate, especially with hormonal changes from pregnancy, perimenopause, and menopause. Many women, however, are left unsure of the cause and how to address it.I’ve been there too—brushing off hair shedding as "just stress" until a dermatologist friend pointed out that it was actually female-pattern hair loss. It’s easy to overlook the signs, but ignoring the issue can end up making it worse.In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Nancy Echefu, a hair transplant surgeon, who breaks down the different types of hair loss, including scarring and non-scarring alopecia, and explains how to spot the signs early. She also provides a simple, actionable guide to help you start addressing hair loss before seeing a doctor—because awareness and early intervention are key. Tune in now to learn how you can start taking control of your hair health today.ReferencesConnect with Dr. EchefuWebsiteInstagramFacebookConnect with me:TikTokInstagramEastside Menopause & MetabolismAudio Stamps01:35 - Dr. Echefu shares her background and expertise and what pushed her towards  pursuing her career in hair restoration. 07:00 - Dr. Patil-Sisodia shares her own experience of hair shedding and hair loss.08:33 - Dr. Echefu explains the two major classifications of hair loss: scarring and non-scarring alopecia.13:18 - CCCA, a type of scarring alopecia, is identified through symptoms like itching and burning, with biopsies used to confirm a diagnosis when needed.15:27 - We learn the difference between hair loss and hair shedding and how much hair shedding is considered normal.21:45 - Dr. Echefu customizes treatment based on history, symptoms, and prior care, tracking progress over a year with in-office and at-home therapies.26:48 - Dr. Echefu combines medical treatments with PRP, microneedling, or laser therapy, tailoring care to patient needs and referring to specialists when needed.32:18 - Trichotillomania is often linked to anxiety. Even mild hair-pulling can cause hair loss, so awareness is key.35:54 - Before seeing a doctor for hair loss, Dr. Echefu recommends simple hair care practices to track and assess your routine.Thanks for listening. Find more info about Clearly Hormonal on the website or Instagram.