How can my daughter prevent her hair loss?

My teenage daughter has developed a bald patch. She's a private person and is reluctant to talk about it. Could the stress of her studies be to blame? And if so, how can we help her? Three experts help out.

The balding business

Baldness affects 8 million men in Britain - and a potential cure was announced this week. What would it mean for the hair-replacement industry? David Teather reports.

Is there a way to reverse hair loss?

Health panel: My son is 24 and yet he is already thinning on top quite rapidly. This is starting to affect his confidence. Is there anything you could advise to help stop this, or encourage re-growth?