Have you noticed your hair getting thinner? Maybe your hairline is creeping back, or the top of your head is starting to show more scalp. If it runs in your family, you might be dealing with genetic hair loss  — also known as hereditary hair loss  or androgenetic alopecia . But here’s the good news: you’re not powerless.  You can take steps to slow it down, and even fight back. Let’s break it down in simple terms. What Is Genetic Hair Loss? Genetic hair loss means hair thinni