Hair Loss also known as Alopecia affects millions of men and women every year. There are a number of causes including hormones for women after having given birth, or simply just general stress. There are also instances where disease or side effects of a medical procedure may be the cause.
However the most common cause of Hair Loss is hereditary hair loss, affecting over 80 million men and women in the US alone,
However the most common cause of Hair Loss is hereditary hair loss, affecting over 80 million men and women in the US alone,
- Male Pattern Baldness
- Female Pattern Baldness
- Androgenetic alopecia
Symptoms
-Thinning of Hair and Bald Patches – often beginning in the center of the head, especially in round circle patterns.
-Complete Baldness
Causes
- Hair Disorders – Hereditary baldness, etc.
- Diseases, illness, or side effects from certain treatments such as radiation or chemotherapy
- Hormones and Stress
- Diet and Poor Nutrition
- Overuse of harmful hair products
Treatments
In order to treat Hair Loss dermatologists have been using a number of different methods including Laser Devices, Prescription and Non-Prescription medications, and procedures such as Hair transplant or scalp reduction.
After your dermatologist understands the issue they can properly diagnose and recommend a proper course of treatment.