Hair Loss Treatment
Posted on 23 January 2012 | Comments Off
Hair loss and treatment: What should I do?
Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss which is the opposite of hirsutism which is abnormal hairiness. This article provides general information about hair loss and the things that you should do about it.
Causes of Hair Loss
Drugs, hygiene, parasite and health related disorders are often the causality of hair loss.
Hygiene either too little to too much can cause hair loss; moderation is still the key in order to have appealing hair. Braids, wearing unclean caps and the like would often cause fungal infections that destroys your scalp; destroy your scalp then you destroy your hair. Also using shampoo for your hair more than once a day and using conditioners more than 5x a week could also destroy your hair. It is recommended that you shampoo your hair once a day, use conditioners every other day and avoid the use of hair dryers since these practices has the tendency to lose nutrients or hasten the cell death of your hair.
Health related disorders can also cause hair loss even without you knowing. Some of those are electrolyte imbalances that results from dehydration, anorexia and other similar diseases that have problems with fluid and electrolytes. Hormonal imbalances could also be blamed such as those being regulated by the pituitary gland, adrenal cortex, adrenal medulla and thyroid gland. Genetics can cause hair loss since most bald people have inherited this trait from their fathers; this doesn’t need any treatment whatsoever since the only problem is your hair.
Drugs that cause hair loss are frequently anticancer drugs. Have you noticed that patients undergoing chemotherapy (chemical therapy) have a mask, look pale and almost have no hair? Or have you noticed that chemotherapy is strictly a No-No when the patient is pregnant? Anti cancer drugs works by destroying any cells that reproduce rapidly which is why it destroy your skin, hair, blood and even your fetus; all of which are being risked in order to kill that spreading tumor in your body.
Hair Loss Treatment Help
The best thing to do is to consult help. It is wise to initially consult first your hair stylist and hear their comments and ideas about your hair. Most of the time, hairstylists are able to treat your hair problems without costing you too much. If you have observed that their suggestions are not working or if your problem becomes worst then you should seek professional help.
Talking to your dermatologist is a safest method in order to save your hair. A dermatologist specializes in skin related disorders which makes them your best consultant (your hair is technically part of your skin which is why you should consult them).
Hair stylists try their best to fix your hair, sometimes by recommending over-the-counter drugs, by recommending a different shampoo or by simply applying hair color to hide the problem.
A dermatologist, on the other hand, would ask comprehensive questions like has this happened to any of your family members? What are the drugs you are taking? Are you experiencing different symptoms? They would even order some blood tests, urine tests and biopsy a certain part of your scalp when needed before providing treatment.
Always remember that hair stylists approach your problem superficially while doctors frequently dig on the roots; do not mix their functions.
Trivia: Have you noticed that some beggars or anorexic individuals have a somewhat reddish blondish hair? What you are seeing is real and that’s not paint. Whenever you deprive yourself with nutrients needed to survive, the body tries to compensate by pulling out nutrients in different parts of the body and transfer them to your major organs like the brain or the heart. A reddish blondish “natural” hair is a weak hair that means you are deprived of the nutrients you needed; it could be easily ripped off.
Hair Loss Treatment Options
Medicated shampoos, oral and topical drugs are the frequent treatments for hair loss. Regardless of the type of drugs, be sure to follow strictly what you doctors told you since their treatment may not work if you are not compliant.
Upon searching the net, the most common meds prescribed by writers is Minoxidil but you shouldn’t take it right away. Minoxidil is not just used for hair loss; it is also used to decrease your blood pressure. Don’t be surprised if you suddenly felt dizzy or nauseous whenever you use these drugs.
Recommendation
You should first try to live a healthy lifestyle since some of these problems could only be caused by lack of vitamins or by stress. After which, you can then consult your hair stylists or your doctor or better yet, consult both. It is likely that one of these people will be able to guide you to the appropriate hair loss treatment that is right for you.
Hair Transplants
Posted on 23 January 2012 | Comments Off
Hair Transplants: I don’t want to be Bald
Hair transplantation is a minor surgical procedure done with the goal of growing hair in certain bald body parts. As with other transplant procedures, a donor and a recipient should be present. This type of procedure is far different from skin grafting since it requires a big part of the skin (epidermis and dermis) to be given to another body part; hair transplants only aim to attain hair which is why their main concern is the hair glands and not the whole skin itself.
Hair Transplants: Choosing a Doctor
A hair transplant expert is the highly preferred doctor for hair transplants. The question is do you know how to choose an expert? In order to spot experts you have to ask questions from one clinic to another and one doctor to another. Ask questions like, is being a hair transplant specialist your full time job? Or do you have any other specialties? How many patients have you treated with the same problem like mine? How many of them have failed and have succeeded? Do you have any patients whom I can talk to about your work?
Hair Transplants: Various Types
Follicular unit extraction (FUE) and Standard strip method are the 2 types of hair transplantation. FUE involves punching needles into the donor’s skull. The needle used in FUE is used to take hair follicles as small and as numerous as possible. The standard strip method on the other hand is the conventional way of transplanting hair follicles. It uses a scalpel and makes an incision on the donor’s scalp to acquire the hair follicles needed.
Both of these methods are minor surgeries that entail anaesthetics and possible scarring after the healing period. They both require a specific period of time in order to heal (donor’s scalp) and grow (donor and recipient’s scalp).
Which Hair Transplant Method is Better?
Deciding the better method between the two hair transplant surgeries is not as easy as it sounds since there are numerous factors involves that defines the success of the surgery. The most important factor that should be taken seriously is the skill of the surgeon. It is true that certain theories that created the FUE believe that it is much better than the latter, but the skill of the surgeon says otherwise. Other surgeons are extremely good when it comes to the traditional method while others are quite skilled in FUE.
Other factors involved are the prices of the surgery and the availability of the procedure in your area.
The two transplant surgeries could be compared to the two punches of a boxer; a jab and a straight. Other boxers and analysts say one punch is better while the other says otherwise.
Hair Transplants: Scars?
All types of surgery will give you a scar. An absence of such may mean that a surgery never took place. Provided that your doctors are good, scars from the surgery will be hard to find because they are small and they are hidden by your hair.
Recent advancements are also being made in order to lessen the appearance of scars both from follicular unit extraction and strip method.
The success of the surgery of your hair transplant depends on the hands of your doctor whether he/she is really good or not. The type of surgery is relatively unimportant compared to the ability of the practitioner. Be very wise is choosing your doctor.
Hair Restoration
Posted on 26 January 2012 | Comments Off
Hair Restoration Treatment Options
Hair restoration can be done through pharmacotherapy or through surgery. These services are needed by individuals who have male pattern baldness or a female pattern baldness gene. This gene allows normal looking hair during the adult years but reverses it to a bald appearance as the person ages further. This problem causes a bald looking appearance at the center of the scalp in which the hairy areas are localized on the sides.
The pharmacotherapy of hair restoration involves the use of drugs to restore hair. An example of a famous drug that is used is Rogaine (Minoxidil). This drug is the first FDA approved drug that can restore hair. It would usually take around 4 months for the hair to be restored. This time table is fair enough because hair loss would not occur on a 24 hour basis which why is expecting hair restoration within a 24 hour period is wrong. The drug is a topical drug where in you are supposed to rub it on your scalp twice daily; once during the day and once during the night. Although hair restoration is possible through this drug, the once vibrant appearance of the hair may not be fully restored.
Hair Restoration Options
The other mode of hair loss treatment for hair restoration is through hair transplant surgery. There are numerous types of surgeries being catered to clients. All of these surgeries require a donor for the hair transplant to occur. The donor for these transplant procedures could be the client himself or some other person. It is a minor surgery so minimal pain should be expected. The results of hair restoration from a hair transplant surgery is much better compared to the use of therapeutic drugs. The appearance of a fully recovered hair transplant is very similar to normal hair which is why majority of hair stylists could not tell the difference if the client had a hair transplant surgery or not.
There are a lot of factors that should be considered when choosing a hair restoration method. Asking for help from hair stylists would be the front line activity since these individuals are the first persons who could identify if the client is going bald or not. After consulting a hair stylist, it is important to consult the professional opinion of a dermatologist or a hair transplant surgeon if available. When the consult of the physician has been done, it is crucial to choose the best doctor for the job (by asking for references and by searching online reviews) if hair transplant surgery is desired.
Hair Restoration Professionals
Choosing the best doctor for the job is important; because, the capabilities of the doctor will decide whether you will receive the treatment that you desired or not. Baldness is not a life threatening problem; however, a lot of individuals think of baldness as a not so good looking thing to see. This is the reason why clients would often pay dearly just to have good doctors at their disposal.
In conclusion, clients are highly recommended to consult a number of individuals and hair related journals to increase their awareness about hair restoration treatments. The goal of hair restoration is to look aesthetically pleasing; the mistake of choosing an incompetent advice/doctor is a waste of money and a waste of time.
Hair Transplant For Women
Posted on 27 March 2012 | Comments Off
Mark asks…
culturally speaking;is it possible for a person to get hair transplanted on their?
butt? i know you can get it done to your head,but a lady(i overheard one day on purpose)was telling her other lady friend that she liked her mans hairy behind,so do women prefer a hairy booty on a guy or not.this will help us guys,in our mission to please you.all answers are welcome.
@anon,whats a “goober”?
@hammy-not sure just yet
admin answers:
LMAO!!!!!!! OMG i dont know but that is gross i doubt ANYONE would want that!! LOL
Michael asks…
Those who believe post-op Transsexual women are, or used to be men, what SPECIFICALLY is it that offends you?
This is a serious question, as I’m trying to understand the root of Transphobia. I’ve heard words used like “repulsive”, “sick”, “sicken”, “disgust”, “offensive”, “deceive”, “deceptive”, “immoral”, “sinful”, etc.
The religious objections I get. I understand dogma very well. The moral objections not so much, because to me, morals are relative, but I suppose if correcting a medical condition is a sin, there are thousands of non-Trans people who are sinning every year, though I don’t think you can really blame an infant for having a cleft palate corrected.
So what is the nitty gritty part about a Transsexual person that upsets you? Is it the fact that our bodies were once testosterone dominant, and that we had male secondary sexual characteristics? Is it the idea of knowing that we once had the same skin texture, hair, nails, body fat, odor, and many other intangibles as any born male? Is it physical contact? You do know that skin is an organ, and male and female skin is essentially the same, and can even be transplanted from a male to female or vice-versa, like a kidney. It is hormones that give skin it’s distinctive gender specific characteristics. Change the hormones, and you change the skin. Is it the neovagina, made out of the existing genital tissue, which of course began as rudimentary fetal tissue present in all human beings. You do realize that even gynecologists can not tell a fashioned vagina from a natal one, and that vaginoplasty is also done for natal women who are born with missing or underdeveloped vaginas. Is it the Chromosomes that offend you? You do know that there are men born XX, XXY, XXXY, and there are women born XY, XXYY, XYYY, and so on. There are over a dozen human karyotypes, as well as gender mosaics, and the physical anatomy is not necessarily dictated by the genes anyway.
Let’s assume a straight male has sex with a post-op Transsexual woman. He does not sense any difference between her, and a born-female. The sex is satisfying and he is happy. The next morning he finds out the woman once had a testosterone dominant anatomy. He feels incredibly hurt, but HOW has he been hurt? He rubbed parts of his body with another person whose body chemistry was once like his, but is now identical to any other females. The Transsexual woman felt the same, smelled the same, sounded the same, behaved the same, so HOW was he harmed? Where or what was the injury?
It’s deception you say? He had a right to know about the way her body used to be? Okay, but then doesn’t it become obligatory for everyone to share ALL their medical history with a potential sex partner. Suppose the man had dentures, or a glass eye, or a hairpiece? What if he suffers from hypertrictosis, and shaved his body bare before the date? Suppose he had breast cancer, and has a pectoral implant? Suppose he lost his testicles to cancer, and has artificial ones. Didn’t she deserve to know these things before she was “tricked” into having sex? Wasn’t the harm she suffered the same as what the man suffered? Or was it that there really was no harm at all… that a difference which makes no difference IS no difference.
Is it possible that the “offensiveness” felt towards Transpeople is really just guilt people feel for holding something against a person that really makes no difference? Is it possible that the anger people feel is really because they think because they couldn’t detect any difference between a Transsexual woman’s body and a Cissexual woman’s, they are somehow injured?
Please, feel free to give me as detailed an explanation as you like for why you find Transsexual women so objectionable. I promise not to turn this into a debate… I’m just interested in why you feel the way you do.
admin answers:
In the rock opera “Hair” there is one song sung by a black man in which he utilizes every possible negative term used towards black people. I hesitate to list these not wanting to offend anyone. The point is we human beings do that regardless of logic. I grew up in an all white neighborhood in a very middle class area of Detroit. The only black people I ever saw were on TV or in newspapers. There they were stereotyped and shown rioting or doing crime. With only stereotypical information I had developed a fear and even loathing for these people. It did not make any real sense but this is how I had learned. To me they were the “boogy man” incarnate. I had no means to be interactive and to learn about our cultural differences. So I was ignorant. Today my best friend in the world is a black transwoman.
Erica, this is essentially the same concept turned towards us. It is used in the religious hate agenda too. What someone does not comprehend or more directly experience they know so little that a clear and concise understanding is not within the realm of possibility. Even Mildred Brown in her book, “True Selves” admitted that while she as well as other health care professionals helping transsexual people, do not truly understand this. They can and do empathize with us. They can see the feelings and emotions and know of the known etiology and where that is leading. But as non-trans people they cannot possibly truly understand this state of human experience. I understand you and you understand me as well as every other transsexual man or women will understand us. However that is all that can understand this malady.Education has already made some wonderful milestones for us. The advances in medical as well as legal forums are testimony to this concept. For now until more knowledge is garnered and more knowledge is spread we must endure this stupidity which is how we see it.
Today Kristine and i are to be handfasted and heartjoined. We transcend all of this with love. As a Wiccan I know that our rede has the term “An harm ye none”. I use this logic in dealing with this hate agenda. Give them knowledge as a tool and great works will begin. Give them argument and hate grows.
Bright Blessings to all!
Sharon
George asks…
What do girls think of bald guys?
I started losing my hair after 30 and now i shave it because i refuse to do a combover job or get a stupid hairpiece. I wear a hat most of the time but i take it off when i go out or for work. My head is shaped ok and i considered a transplant but i dont have 7 grand. So my question is does a clean cut shaven head still have appeal to a woman?
admin answers:
The right look is really hot. There are a lot of famous men who cleaned their scalp and were sexy as could be.
The thing is — you have to be comfortable with yourself. I don’t know any women who like the comb over effect — it appears foolish — so be bald and proud of it …
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Hair Loss Cure Soon
Posted on 6 March 2012 | Comments Off
Robert asks…
pcos hair loss???????????
so here it goes…….i strtd noticing some hair loss a yr back.,…..i tried to ignore this prob fr a long tym….i had irregular menses….acne…nt bad ones…bt yaa….lil bit…..so hair fall was less…..bt in the past 2 mnths…..i have been experiencng severe hair fall….m only 15….n my father has diabetes and so when doctor diagnosed me with pcos 4 weeks back…she told me that it is type 1 pcos related with insulin resistance…….i just want to save my hairs any damn possible way…plzzzzz suggest me everything possible to cure this hectic problem…+ i m little obesed too…..plzzz suggest me tips to make my hairs normal again…i dont want to be bald so soon….??? 
admin answers:
Ask your doctor to prescribe biotin supplements.
Even I have the problem and having hair fall.
My doctor prescribed me biotin capsules.
My hair fall came under control.
Linda asks…
Puppy with hair loss and sores? Mange? Allergy…?
I have a 10 week old GSD puppy who has recently developed hair loss and sores on her chest, belly, armpits and elbows. I first noticed the symptoms about a week and a half ago, but at that time there were only a few sores on her belly. I thought they were due to fire ant bites because she got into a bed while playing outside, but it has spread quickly and I now know that ants are not the culprit. (she did develop what I thought was a “hot spot” between her shoulder blades prior to the onset of other symptoms, however I do think that is conicidental since topical hot spot treatment has cured the problem.) She has no hair loss or sores anywhere except as mentioned, none on her face, ears or anywhere that is visible without looking at her underside (except for the elbows which look calloused). She has not yet been started on flea prevention, but I am bathing her weekly in bio spot flea shampoo and have not seen any fleas on her. She has been started on heartworm medication. The symptoms actually started very soon after the first dose (8 weeks when I first got her) of heartworm medication and the first bath in the flea shampoo. From what I have read, it resembles mange due to canine scabies, except that there is no visible signs of it on her ears or face and no odor. I am going to take her to the vet, but in the meantime I am curious as to what this could be. I have two other dogs (pomeranians) and they do not have any symptoms. Could it be the heartworm prevention or possibly the flea shampoo?
As I said, the puppy is going to the vet. (FYI, no there are not any 24 hour vets around here). Of course there is an on call emergency vet, but unless they consider it an emergency situation you have to wait for an appointment. I called my vet and explained the situation and set up an appointment for Friday. In the meantime, I was instructed to apply aloe to the affected area to help soothe the skin (no moisturizers yet as it could further irritate the skin). I also thought of the shampoo as a possible problem and will be discontinuing the baths. My other dogs are on Frontline for flea prevention, but of course I can’t start it on her until 12 weeks. I have only been bathing her weekly to keep the fleas off because they are bad around here. She had a couple on her when I brought her home and got them pretty badly soon after. I do realize that excessive bathing could be a problem, but what other options are there before starting the topical flea prevention?
admin answers:
The pup is a bit young for flea baths. Skin could be irritated by that. Also could be a parasite. I’m not a vet, so couldn’t tell you. Please take the pup in to be checked.
George asks…
is there any cure to alopecia.plz answer?
im suffering from hair loss .this disease is known as alopecia.in this some portion of head losses hair like patches .soon there r no here left . plz help me.thanx for ur help.plz recommend anything u know.any precaution,cure,grandmom’s cure or anything u know
admin answers:
This information comes from http://www.medicinenet.com/alopecia_areata/page2.htm:
“In approximately 50% of patients, hair will regrow within a year without any treatment. The longer the period of time of hair loss, the less likelihood that the hair will regrow. A variety of treatments can be tried. Steroid injections, creams, and shampoos (such as clobetasol or fluocinonide) for the scalp have been used for many years. Other medications include minoxidil, irritants (anthralin or topical coal tar), and topical immunotherapy (cyclosporine), each of which are sometimes used in different combinations.
A study reported in the journal Archives of Dermatology (vol. 134, 1998;1349-52) showed effectiveness of aromatherapy essential oils (cedarwood, lavender, thyme, and rosemary oils) in some patients. As with many chronic disorders for which there is no single treatment, a variety of remedies are promoted which in fact have no benefit. There is no known effective method of prevention, although the elimination of emotional stress is felt to be helpful. No drugs or hair-care products have been associated with the onset of alopecia areata. Much research remains to be completed on this complex condition.”
It appears, unfortunately, that there is no reliable cure for this condition and that it is not possible to diagnose the severity of the condition from its onset. Some sufferers will have reversible alopoetia, while others will develop irreversible and severe hair loss.
Some other sites that may help you are: http://www.nevdgp.org.au/info/std_misc/ALOPECIA_AREATA.htm, http://home.vicnet.net.au/~aasa/Treatment.html, http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/449805 and http://www.alopeciaonline.org.uk/about/treatments.asp (this last site appears to be one of the best ones, along with the Australian website in terms of their factual content).
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Hair Restoration
Posted on 20 February 2012 | Comments Off
Ken asks…
Why are most Hannity’s sponsors debt relief scams, pimple creams and hair restoration snake oil?
Only very gullible naive people fall for these scam products. Does this say anything about the average Hannity fan?
admin answers:
Because a requirement is that it has to be products that he uses himself…
Mandy asks…
Do you know anything about LLLT in use for hair restoration?
Is advertised as a low light laser treatment and will generate new hair growth.
admin answers:
It sounds like another money-making device to me!
“is suggested, but there is insufficient evidence to indicate a use superior to traditional practices.”
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is a medical and veterinary treatment that uses low-level lasers or light-emitting diodes to alter cellular function. LLLT is controversial in mainstream medicine with ongoing research to determine the ideal location of treatment (specifically whether LLLT is more appropriately used over nerves versus joints[1]), dose, wavelength, timing, pulsing and duration.[2] The effects of LLLT appear to be limited to a specified set of wavelengths of laser,[3] and administering LLLT below the dose range does not appear to be effective.[4]
Despite a lack of consensus over its ideal use, specific test and protocols for LLLT suggest it is effective in relieving short-term pain for rheumatoid arthritis,[1] osteoarthritis,[5] acute and chronic neck pain,[6] tendinopathy,[7][3] and possibly chronic joint disorders.[4] The evidence for LLLT being useful in the treatment of low back pain,[8][9] dentistry[10][11] and wound healing is equivocal.[12]
Continue reading go to that page.
Robert asks…
What are the top ten companies or surgeons for hair transplant or hair restoration?
admin answers:
I don’t know where you live, but I know a great one in Canada. He has alot of patients that come from US to see him. He used to work in Nashville after med school. If interested, contact me and I’ll tell you more.
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Hair Loss Treatment Natural
Posted on 20 February 2012 | Comments Off
Ruth asks…
How to treat and control the hair loss for male?
is there any treatment for hair loss? i dont want to go to saloon treatment store. but i want to have natural treatment. like what should i eat? what should i use for cleaning my hair? how often should i wash my hair? how to make grow the loss hair back?
im not bold yet but my hair started to fall bit by bit.
admin answers:
Hi Chiew how are you = D
There are plenty of beauty tips and recipes to combat hair loss, however, this selection of tips summarizes the most effective and tested tips to help stop the decline and restore the hair. If adopted, have great potential for your hair loss problem, is past history.
Tips to combat hair loss
1. Do not expose your hair too much sun, beach, sea water or river, factors hindering the growth of hair.
2. Avoid the use of gels, mousses and other commodity chemicals for hair beauty, and that encourage hair loss. Prefer natural products to care for your hair.
3. Do not brush your hair because it could increase its downfall. Use combs with wide separations and keep the scalp clean, preventing the follicles are tapen, leading to hair loss.
4. Do not abuse the use of hats or scarves, which prevent the oxygenation of your hair.
5. Avoid the use of forceps, hooks and accessories to collect hair, because force and damage the hair.
6. No vats of your hair with chemicals that cause hair loss.
7. Avoid the use of dryers. Dry your hair, if possible, of course, in contact with air.
8. Try to combat stress, to prevent the contraction of blood vessels that nourish the hair, leading to malnutrition of the scalp and increase hair loss.
I hope this help in something.
Have a nice day 
Thomas asks…
I`m losing my hair!Any natural treatment for this?
I`m 26 years old, female and my scalp hair has been thinning gradually over several years. I believe I am experiencing common type of hair loss, nothing like red skin or something visible. I color my hair once at 2 month, wash every 2 or 3 days, the hair is dry.
Please advise me, let me know if is something natural for this
(a shampoo, lotion etc), not oral medication.
Thank you!
admin answers:
You may have a disease i was watching a show last night where this girl lost all the hair on her body. I would see a doctor i hope you find out! And the first guy who answered this is a jerk
Helen asks…
Advice on hair loss treatment regime?
I am 35 and have had thinning hair for a good few years now. I tried a few things but want to try something with less chemicals and more natural. I had been using Alpecin caffeine based tonic and it really helped further loss. Now I have started taking Groganics DHT blocker tablets to try and block DHT to try to initiate new growth if possible. I noticed more thinning than before instead. I changed Alpecin to Natur Vital Which again contains natural ingredients. My hair is thinning and becoming more fuzzy on the head – however amazingly i noticed thicker hair on my arms chest legs etc. Something is definetly happening and was wandering if the changes on the hair on my head were transient and part of the new growth that could be coming through? Is this possible?
admin answers:
You can also try Bawang Anti-fall and Renewal Shampoo. A number of friends have used the product and told me it prevents hairs from falling and makes the hair thicker.
I have also seen the following video from YouTube. The product looks quite promising.
My Hair Loss Story + Hair Care Routine
The product contains natural Chinese herbs extracts which can restrain and balance the sebum, nourish hair follicles, strengthen the hair root to make hair stronger and prevent hair loss. You can find the product at the following site.
Http://www.oasisherb.com/(S(ftblj545lhae1e45p3fmjlbw))/default.aspx?item_no=BWG-00002
With this shampoo, you don’t need to take any pills and experience the side-effects.
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Hair Loss Causes
Posted on 19 February 2012 | Comments Off
Daniel asks…
What exactly about psoriasis causes hair loss?
What aspect of psoriasis promotes hair loss on the scalp?
admin answers:
It depends on whether your taking a medication for the treatment of psoriasis or not.
I have the chronic/severe psoriasis so my Dermatologist started me on Methodrexate. The medication made my hair fall out not psoriasis. I had balding spots all over. I was finally taken off that medication and my hair grew back.
It scared the heck out of me at first, but with proper help I got through it. Today, I’m psoriasis free with the right type of medications. Good Luck!!!
James asks…
How LIKELY is it that bleach/dye causes hair loss?
Like, if 10 people did their hair bleached n dyed, how many would experience major hair loss. Not thinning or damage, I don’t care about that. I’m just trying to prove something here.
admin answers:
The only way your hair would fall out is if you had an allergic reaction, or if you leave the bleach on too long, and by too long I mean your scalp would feel like it’s on fire and begin to blister then it might fall out. Dye and bleach are safe to use, if used correctly.
Susan asks…
is it genetic or stress that causes hair loss?
im a regular 18 yr old kid (turning 19 in 2 weeks) and im experiencing hair loss last 8 months. Everyone on my dads side all lost their hair when they got older but i thought the hair issue came from the moms side? maybe i stressed out a little bit cuz of school and the family issue. anything i can do to prevent this?
my moms side is normal, no one loses their hair
admin answers:
Permanent hair loss is the result of genetic and hormonal factors. Hereditary baldness is the most common form. In fact, it is so common that many people think it is a normal part of the ageing process
Some causes of hair loss include:
1.Heredity – the effects of testosterone, the male sex hormone
2.Hormonal changes – such as thyroid disease, childbirth or use of the birth control pill
3.Alopecia areata – an autoimmune disorder
4.Medications – such as cancer chemotherapy or corticosteroids
5.Nervous habits – such as continual hair pulling or scalp rubbing
6.Rough handling – brushing too vigorously, tight rolling of hair curlers, over bleaching or the use of harsh dyes and chemicals
7.Burns or injuries
8.Tinea capitis (ringworm of the scalp)
9.Long-term illness, major surgery and high fever – may cause temporary hair loss.
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Hair Transplants Cost
Posted on 19 February 2012 | Comments Off
Sharon asks…
how much does an average hair transplant cost,i`m mildly balding?
admin answers:
$2.00 per follicle Minimum 2,000
Mary asks…
How much does it cost for a hair transplant?
I have a receding hair line on the two corners of my head that goes back about 3 to 4 inches.Give me a rough estimate.
admin answers:
The cost of a hair transplant depends entirely upon how much hair you’re transplanting (the degree of baldness you’re trying to fix). I had a hair transplant done 2 years ago and I’m thrilled with the result! I had some thinning of my frontal hairline and some receeding. I required 1000 grafts to fix the problem. My surgeon charged $5 a graft which totalled $5000. This is a pretty basic, minimal amount. Very few men seeking a hair transplant would go for less than 1000 grafts. Some men get 5 times that many grafts to fix the problem. Prices will vary from surgeon to surgeon.
Some other things to consider are:
1. Your age. If you’re under 30 years old, most reputable surgeons won’t touch you because it’s too early to determine your pattern of baldness. I started thinking about a transplant when I was in my early 20′s, but thankfully didn’t go through with it until I was 35.
2. Particularly if you’re younger (and even if you aren’t – just to maintain results) you should consider taking finasteride (marketed as Propecia, but the generic version is MUCH cheaper). Do your research on this because there is a very small percentage of men (around 1%) who experience really bad side effects from this drug. For the vast majority though, it simply maintains hair by blocking the DHT (dihydrotestosterone) enzyme. DHT is the enzyme responsible for attacking hair follicles and causing male pattern baldness. In some cases (myself included), it even produces some hair regrowth in thin areas. This is a prescription drug however, so you will need to see a doctor about this.
3. I’ve heard about taking biotin supplements as well. I haven’t tried it myself yet, but I’m probably going to. Biotin is a naturally occuring substance in our bodies. It is responsible for the development of keretin (the stuff finger nails and hair is made of). It is said to produce hair that grows faster and thicker when taking the supplement. I’d have to try it to see, but that’s also an option.
4. I haven’t used this personally, but if you’re nervous about using finasteride, you could always try Rogaine. It produces similar results to finasteride, but it is a topical solution rather than a medication. The reason I haven’t wanted to use it is because you have to apply it twice a day, everyday and it’s a greasy substance (makes your hair look like crap).
Hope this helps. Remember – save it or shave it!
Sandy asks…
what is the cost of hair transplant?
I know that prices vary depending on the doctor and situation. I just want to get a rough estimate. My hairline is starting to recede, but my crown and surrounding area is fine. So i’m assuming that I have a pretty good supply of donor hairs needed for a transplant to the hairline. How much will this cost? Has anyone does this surgery before? and if so, how was your experience and final bill?
admin answers:
In west ky it is $5 a plug with a minimum of 400 plugs per session.
Hope this helped;-))) for a quick answer!
Can give you the drs name/real good results.
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Hair Restoration
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Lisa asks…
Has anyone tried profectiv growth renew hair restoration system?
My hair fell out after i had my son so my hair is really thin. I saw this product and thought i’d give it a try. The before and after pictures are what made me get it. But I noticed the pictures are based on six months of using the product. Has anyone else had results from this product? I’ve been using it less than a month now. Just curious as to what other people thought. If this doesn’t work im going to use sulu max gro. I’m desperate at this point.
admin answers:
I’ve used almost every Profectiv product and I love them all! My hair has become more healthier,stronger and longer using them. Since Oct of 07 Profectiv is all I use and my hair is the best its been in a while I recommend using it and the results for me were seen right away! Good Luck! Hope I was some help too you
Daniel asks…
Does Rogaine really work? Is there any other hair restoration products that work better?
The mr. is having some self esteem issue due to a receding hairline. I can’t even tell but he thinks he can. He’s been asking a lot of questions about Rogaine…but I always assumed it was just a gimmick. Any thoughts?
admin answers:
It really works; thus the FDA approval. Being old enough to remember it going through the approval process, I am also old enough to have lost a lot of hair. My thoughts from experience are – age with dignity, not vanity. Don’t worry about your hair; in the end you have to accept the aging process, and drugs and transplants don’t fully replace your hair any more than you get to be 23 again. Also, a wife who’s obviously still very attracted to you does wonders for the self-esteem. Finally, I don’t think self-esteem ought to come mostly from one’s hair.
Sharon asks…
Do I use my hair restoration treatment before or after i shampoo and condition?
I have Pantene Intensive Restoration Treatment.
admin answers:
Use it after you shampoo, so it can work as a conditioner
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Hair Loss Treatment Shampoo
Posted on 15 February 2012 | Comments Off
Richard asks…
Does anyone here have experience with hair loss treatment combos?
I have been experiencing hair loss for two years now; it’s only just become noticeable to my peers. I have been taking a combo of the following pills and using the following shampoos since November.
Propecia (finasteride) – 1X 1mg pill daily
Saw Palmetto supplement – 2X 2 pills daily
Nioxin Shampoo System – Cleanser, Scalp Therapy, and Protective Foam 1X daily (in shower and after)
Neutrogena Coal Tar shampoo 1X daily (in shower)
Rogaine Foam (minoxidil) – 2X full scalp appilcation daily
I have heard of only a few people trying such an extensive combo. I want to know if anyone here has tried combos before, and if they have worked for you. My hair is very thin in the shower, and when it’s dry, I can cover up everything but the thinning hairline. Anyone have any testamonials/advice/experience to share? Thanks!
admin answers:
A lot of my clients have this problem they either shave it all off and except it or go for the implants, if you consider implants I’d recommend transformyourself.com they give you all the information you need and also the cost of the treatment, with all the money Elton john has he still had to have implants so that tells me no treatment works that well sorry…..
Susan asks…
products for hair loss and to thicken hair?
i am a 20 year old female. and i think i been losing a bit of hair since the age of 16 and have a small patch on my head and my hair is just getting thinner and i have quite long hair.
i looked at a site with d.s products and came across bio medic hair loss treatments which have shampoo and conditioner and a spray.
i only want shampoo and conditioer or a spray with it i dont mind.
has anyone used this product and does it really work because reallly need one that works.
or what other products are out there for hair loss and to thicken hair which trully work.
i would like shampoo and conditioners please
thank you
admin answers:
Heredity, hormones, stress, diet, illness, poor hair care – all are factors in hair loss.
Stress, diet and illness are more temporary conditions and usually the hair loss is reversed when the anxiety-producing conditions dissipate, when the diet is improved, when hair care improves and when an illness is cured or gotten under control.
Heredity and hormones are different matters, however. Heredity is an irreversible condition. You are a product of your parents, and hair loss is often inherited. Hormones are tricky, hidden things, however, and they have different effects on an individual basis.
In a male, testosterone abides abundantly. There are also enzymes working on testosterone which product a substance called DHT. DHT is now known to circulate in the blood and cause other conditions, one of which is the shrinking of hair follicles. When hair follicles shrink enough, they are unable to produce and push a new hair through. As old hair dies, it is then not replaced.
In women, hormonal imbalances can also cause hair loss. Pregnancy, childbirth and menopause all cause significant hormonal change and imbalances with both physical and mental effects. These changes can also cause hair loss, both temporary and permanent.
Hair loss and re-growth products have been around for centuries. In ancient times, a variety of herbal and oil-based remedies were concocted and used by Egyptians, Aztecs, Mayans, and American Indians, all with some degree of effectiveness for some people. Modern medical research has focused on ways to re-open and stimulate “dead” hair follicles, so that hair growth can re-occur naturally, as well as keep the healthy follicles healthy. Thus, a number of products have become available, both by prescription and over-the-counter. They are advertised on radio and television and all over the Internet. One need only do a “google” search on hair loss, and there are literally thousands of sites and products for investigation.
One ingredient in many hair loss products is minoxidil. Research studies have shown that in about 80% of the participants, products containing this ingredient are effective in slowing hair loss and, in some, causing re-growth to occur.
Probably the most well known is Rogaine, available at any drug store, in varieties for both men and women. Most scientifically-produced products do have separate products for males and females, because, of course, hormones in each are different and of different levels.
An additional product containing minoxidil is Provillus, and, again, studies have shown it to be effective. The difference between Provillus and other similar products is that the makes have added Azelaic Acid, an additional ingredient which appears to enhance the follicle repair in both men and women. Provillus has been the subject of many studies, just as the other products, and level of effectiveness may be higher.
Provillus is available for both men and women, and the treatment is a combination of a topical liquid applied to the balding areas, as well as a pill or capsule to be taken in conjunction with the liquid. The critical key to effectiveness, according to its makers, is the addition of the azelaic acid, however, the correct amount of this acid is most important piece of this treatment.
As with most hair loss products, the makers recommend patience. It may take from 3-6 months for improvement to occur, however, there is a money-back guarantee up to 180 days if one is not satisfied that it is working for him/her.
Medical research is far from finished in its exploration of products which will stop hair loss and promote re-growth of “permanent” loss. As this research continues, existing producers will undoubtedly alter their products accordingly.
Fortunately, a lot of money is being poured into the research, so hair loss sufferers, take heart!
Helen asks…
Shampoo and Conditioner for Hair Loss?
I have an auto-immune disease that makes my hair fall out, is there any shampoo and conditioner or treatment that can help stop it from falling out? I was thinking about trying Nisim shampoo.
admin answers:
Nioxin.
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Hair Loss Cure
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Carol asks…
Is there any cure to hair loss?
I’ve heard lots of people say that you can stop hair fall with various techniques. But so far I haven’t met anyone who cured their hair fall. All the bald guys mostly tell me that there isn’t any. Is there actually a cure for it? Is there anyone who has cured their hair fall?? I just need proof and techniques also.
admin answers:
Iuyhy8
James asks…
Will there ever be a cure to Hair Loss within the next 15 years?
I’m projecting that my last strand of hair will fall off in 15 years.
admin answers:
Egg whites,lemon juice, oil massages, reducing stress and diet changes can
reduce hair fall. You can find more cheap, effective and natural home
remedies for hair loss at http://www.wellnesstalk.org/hairfall.html
Chris asks…
Which is the best oil to cure hair loss and whether it is available in market?
admin answers:
You can make your own oil.jus mix some olive oil,coconut oil,castor oil and almond oil in diff proportions and apply on your on the roots to the tips.wrap a hot towel for a few minutes and then apply an egg.wait till it dries out(bout 1/2 an hour) and then rinse with shampoo.It works good.
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Hair Transplants
Posted on 15 February 2012 | Comments Off
Joseph asks…
can a hair transplants be done to cover up scars on the head?
i have a large scar on my head that i would like to cover up. is this something worth looking into?
admin answers:
Yes , the best method for that is – The body hair transplant
read more about it here
http://www.my-hair-transplant-extreme-makeover.com/Body-Hair-Transplant.html
Sandy asks…
Do you have an excellent doctor, mid-Atlantic region, who specializes in hair transplants?
I live in NYC, where first-rate specialists in this procedure are totally unaffordable. Need a great MD who hopefully might be more reasonable. Philadelphia, Baltimore, DC – anywhere the Metroliner goes. Thanks!
In response to a few comments I’ve received: I have a medical condition called alopecia, or thinning hair. That’s why I posted my question in the Medical category, which includes all medical conditions. What I have is minor compared with cancer. But while hair loss is often difficult for men, it’s humiliating and scary for women.
admin answers:
I don’t know why you would ask this question here as this is the last thing on a cancer patient’s mind.
Helen asks…
How effective are hair transplants for baldness..?
Ive heard from people that though expensive, doesnt work most of the time. transplanted hair looks like patches of grass on the paddy fields! There must be a better way out?
admin answers:
Search online for this stuff called ‘Scalp med”. I heard it was really good. Expensive, but good.
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