Flaky scalp with hair loss. Please help!

[BigThinker]

If you're not sure if you have MPB, you should see a dermatologist to get that sorted out. Know that MPB is much more common (damn near normal) than other scalp conditions, so don't waste time telling yourself it's something else.

Sure, sure - hair dye maybe could trigger it, stress maybe could trigger it. But, MPB is the much more likely culprit. The longer you wait, the more you'll deteriorate, likely. Get that resolved ASAP.

I have MPB and super bad dandruff as well. I live where it's pretty cold and typically don't wear hats because they mat my hair down. Realize that dandruff is also very common in people, so don't assume there's an association (not saying there isn't).

Go see a derm. If (s)he confirms MPB, get on finasteride. I wasted a lot of time telling myself it was TE, or a season shed, this, that, the other thing. Please don't make that mistake as well.

Best.