(Disclaimer!) New Research on Genetics and Hair Loss
Hair loss can happen to people from all walks of life. Men and women as well as people of all ethnic backgrounds can see thinning hair. But what role does genetics play in determining how susceptible a person is to hair loss?
The Relationship Between Diseases and Hair Loss
At RHRLI, we treat patients who’ve lost their hair for a variety of different reasons. One of the most common causes of hair loss is androgenetic alopecia or male pattern hair loss, which is believed to be caused by dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT is a derivative of the male hormone testosterone which causes hair follicles to shrink. […]
The Connection Between Testosterone and Hair Loss
You’ve probably read or heard a lot about the causes of hair loss and thinning hair or what factors may play into those causes. One topic much discussed in connection with hair loss is testosterone. You might have heard that this hormone directly causes hair loss, while you also may have heard the connection is not […]
What is DHT?
It’s a very big word for something that can lead to a very big problem. Because it’s a word that comes up often in the discussion of hair loss. Usually, dihydrotestosterone is shortened to the three letter abbreviation DHT. It’s a male hormone that’s believed to play an important role in causing hair loss. If […]
Younger Men and Hair Loss
If you’re a man in your 20s or 30s or even in your late teens, the discovery that you are losing your hair can be a shock and a blow to your self-confidence. For many men, hair loss or thinning hair is something that happens to older people and if it happens to you when […]
Is There a Link Between Dandruff and Hair Loss?
They’re both conditions that make people worry about their hair. But is there a connection between dandruff and hair loss? Many people have a negative reaction when they look into the mirror and see dandruff. The same is true for those who notice that they have hair loss or thinning hair. In both cases, you […]
What To Know About FDA Approved Non-Surgical Hair Loss Options
You’ve probably seen or heard a bunch of ads, emails and other pitches, all claiming to have a treatment or cure for hair loss or thinning hair. You’ll hear about drugs, vitamins, oils and creams, all purporting to allow you to restore your hair without having to undergo any type of procedure. You may be […]
The Connection Between Hats and Hair Loss?
You’ve probably heard a number of theories about what the causes of hair loss are. Some of them are true and based on science and others are based on myths passed down for years. One of the most common theories about hair loss that you’ve likely heard is that there’s a connection between wearing hats […]
What is Anagen Effluvium?
People lose their hair for many reasons. The most common reason is androgenetic alopecia, which is known by most people as male or female pattern hair loss. It is a condition that takes place over time with hair loss forming in the crown or temple area for men and in the front area of the […]
The Psychology of Hair Loss
RHRLI is the place to go if you’re looking for a permanent solution to hair loss or thinning hair, but we know that the journey to that decision can be filled with emotion. When you discover that you are losing your hair, it’s not uncommon to have intense feelings about it. Researchers have studied the […]