<prompt> If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patients description.I m noticing that I lose hair from my head all day long... I ve typically shed throughout my life but have always had very thick hair. Now my hair continues to shed , not in clumps but all throughout the day I lose pieces of hair my hair is not as thick. I m worried about losing too much. Is this common for mid to late 40 s? Or what could cause this to happen?  <response>: Hello dear, The causes of hair lossthinning of hair are:1. Environmental factors2. Stress3. Deficiency of certain minerals, vitamins amino acids in diet. e.g. zinc, It B complex, lysine.4. Hormonal causes like Thyroid disorder, etc.5. Any incidence of surgery, shock, etc. Management includes:1. Treating the underlying cause2. Avoidance of stress3. Dietary modifications4. Minoxidil solution to be applied locally to stimulate the hair follicles5. Multivitamin mineral supplementation hair fall is still not under control, it will be better to consult a Dermatologist to find out the underlying cause start treatment accordingly. There is no need to worry. Your hairs will grow back again. Wishing you a Good Healthcare care. 