Organ Donation and Hair Loss
After genetics and hormones, which are factors in male/female pattern hair loss, illness and medication side effects are key factors in hair loss. With National Organ Donation Day coming on February 14, it’s a great time to examine the role of organ transplants in hair loss – as a possible future treatment.
Can You Go Bald From Wearing Hats?
Hair loss is surrounded by myths. Everything from sunshine and shampoo to your mother has been blamed for hair loss. While yes, genetics are a main culprit in hair loss, don’t blame mom or what you put on your head.
Facts About Traction Alopecia
Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss, but it can come in many forms. The most common form of hair loss is androgenetic alopecia, which is more commonly known as male (or female) pattern baldness. Another very common form of hair loss is traction alopecia, which means hair loss as a result of tight […]
Androgenetic Alopecia in Asian People
As the name implies, androgenetic alopecia, the medical name for male (or female) pattern baldness, has a genetic component. So do Asian people have a greater or lesser risk of hair loss as a result?
What You Don’t Know About Cancer and Hair Loss
After male/female pattern hair loss, cancer is a very well-known reason for hair loss. But is it really? What people think they know about cancer and hair loss isn’t always based on facts, and there’s much the average person doesn’t know but should. So, let’s start unraveling the myths and filling in those gaps.
What You Can Do to Slow Hair Loss
No one wants to experience hair loss but the sooner you start addressing it, the better the results you can have. If you start to notice thinning hair, a widening hair part or signs of a receding hairline, here are nine steps you can take to slow your hair loss.
Platelet Rich Plasma Treatments (PRP)
Finding a hair loss treatment that works for your lifestyle is crucial in regaining your self-confidence. Platelet Rich Plasma treatments utilize your body’s own healing power to restore hair growth.
Redheads and Hair Loss
Celebrate the ginger in your life – or your own red hair – on November 5th for National Redhead Day. Because redheads have frequently been harassed, the day is intended to empower those with red hair, whether natural or dyed.
JAK Inhibitors for Treating Alopecia
With an estimated 80 million Americans suffering from hair loss, doctors are regularly testing new treatment options and the latest prospect is
Is It Ever Too Late for Hair Restoration?
Pretty much one of the first questions a person dealing with hair loss asks is – do I have enough hair to even get a hair transplant? Unfortunately, hair loss can happen for many reasons, which means the answer can vary.