People may think of hair loss as a guy thing. But by some estimates, half of all women experience hair loss in their lifetime. And when your social media algorithm gets a whiff?

Good. Luck.

While there are some solutions out there based in science, not every remedy works for every person — or every type of hair loss. (Yes, there are different types. And the type you have matters!)

So today, pharmaceuticals correspondent Sydney Lupkin guest hosts the show to talk about the causes of hair loss, and how to figure out which treatments might be best for you.

Interested in more science behind your health? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org .

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