Hair loss advice and assessment

Hair Loss Consultation

Discuss your hair-loss concerns with a UK prescriber. Your medical history, previous treatments and examination photos help inform an individual assessment. A consultation may lead to advice, further assessment or treatment; a prescription is not guaranteed.

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How the consultation works

Tell us about your concernsShare your hair-loss history, previous treatments and what matters to you.

Complete your assessmentProvide your medical history and clear examination photos.

Individual prescriber reviewA UK prescriber assesses your information and considers appropriate next steps.

Understand your optionsAdvice or further assessment may be appropriate. A prescription is not guaranteed.

Your consultation

Start with your concerns.

You do not need to choose a medicine or strength before starting. Tell us about your hair loss, what you have tried and your preferences so a prescriber can consider appropriate care with you.

New to seeking advice? Describe the changes you have noticed and how long they have been happening. Your assessment helps the prescriber understand your concerns.

Tried treatment before? Tell us what you have used, how it affected you and any side effects. Previous treatment does not guarantee that the same option will be appropriate now.

Have preferences or questions? Share what matters to you. Your preferences form part of the discussion; any prescription depends on the prescriber's assessment.

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A consultation may lead to advice, further assessment or treatment. You can choose not to proceed with treatment, and a prescription is not guaranteed.

Understanding your options

Care starts with understanding your hair loss.

Different causes of hair loss call for different approaches. You can seek advice without committing to treatment.

Understand the cause

If you are concerned about hair loss, speak to your GP to understand the possible cause before considering a commercial hair clinic. An online consultation may not replace an examination or further investigation.

Consider non-medicine options

Wigs and other cosmetic approaches may be options to discuss. If hair loss is affecting your wellbeing, your GP can also help you explore emotional support.

Decide whether treatment is right for you

You can choose not to have treatment. If you wish to explore medical options, a clinician should discuss suitability, possible benefits, risks and limitations with you. Treatment does not work for everyone.

These are general care options, not a list of services supplied by Root & Radiance. Read the NHS information about hair loss.

An individual assessment

What informs your care?

Your answers help the prescriber understand your circumstances. A preference alone does not determine whether a treatment is suitable.

Your hair-loss historyWhen the changes started, how they have developed and what your examination photos show.

Your health and medicinesYour medical history, current medicines, allergies and any previous reactions.

Your experience and preferencesWhat you have tried before, your concerns and what matters to you when considering care.

The prescriber may need more information or recommend further assessment. You can ask questions and decide whether to proceed; a prescription is not guaranteed.

Information and support

Learn more, at your own pace.

Independent information can help you understand hair loss and find support. You do not need to start a consultation to use these resources.

NHS informationUnderstanding hair loss

Read about possible causes, when to speak to a GP and the range of care options.

Alopecia UKFind peer support

Learn about support groups where people share experiences of living with alopecia. Peer support does not replace medical advice.

These links open independent websites in a new tab. Their inclusion does not imply endorsement of Root & Radiance.

Why Root & Radiance

Your concerns. An individual review.

Space to explain

Tell us about your hair-loss concerns, medical history and experience with previous treatments.

Prescriber assessment

A UK prescriber reviews your information to consider whether treatment or further assessment is appropriate.

Your preferences matter

Share your questions and preferences. These inform the assessment but do not guarantee a particular prescription.

An informed decision

Any proposed treatment should be explained, including its risks and limitations. You can ask questions and choose not to proceed.

Hair consultation FAQs

Your questions about the consultation.

Do I need to choose a medicine before starting?

No. Start by explaining your concerns, medical history and previous treatments. You can share preferences, but the prescriber must assess whether any treatment is appropriate.

What information should I have ready?

Have details of your current medicines, allergies and previous hair-loss treatments ready. The assessment also asks about your hair-loss history and examination photos.

Does completing the consultation guarantee a prescription?

No. The prescriber may need more information or recommend further assessment. A consultation does not guarantee a prescription or a particular treatment.

Can I tell you about treatment I have tried before?

Yes. Include what you used, how long you used it, any effects or side effects, and why you stopped. This helps the prescriber assess your circumstances.

Can I choose not to have treatment?

Yes. You can ask questions and choose not to proceed with treatment. You do not need to commit to treatment to read the information and support resources on this page.

When should I speak to my GP?

If you are concerned about hair loss, speak to your GP to understand the possible cause before considering a commercial hair clinic. An online assessment may not replace an examination or further investigation.

Ready to discuss your concerns?

Tell us about your hair loss and medical history for individual prescriber review. Advice or further assessment may be appropriate; a prescription is not guaranteed.

Coming soon. This consultation is currently unavailable.

Read information and support