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 […]
What is Trichotillomania?
There are many ways that people can lose their hair. At RHRLI, we often deal with androgenetic alopecia, better known as male or female pattern hair loss. It’s a condition that is related to a hormone called dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT causes hair follicles to shrink, resulting in a pattern of hair loss. There are other […]
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 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 […]
Is My Diet Damaging My Hair?
A healthy diet is important for every part of your body, so why should your hair be any different? What you eat can affect every aspect of your life and it can have an impact on healthy hair. Sometimes that impact can be negative and eating some types of food may cause damage to your […]
What is Telogen Effluvium?
There are many types of hair loss that you may have heard of if you’re searching for a solution to thinning hair. Some of them are referred to by Greek or Latin names. For example, androgenetic alopecia is simply a fancy way of saying, male or female pattern hair loss. That’s the most common type […]
Hair Restoration for Eyebrow Loss
At RHRLI, we are dedicated to helping people have a healthy head of hair, which usually involves treating thinning hair or hair loss on the top of your head. But another area of concern for many is eyebrow loss. Having unnaturally thin eyebrows or losing them completely can cause the same problems with appearance and […]
Can Smoking Cause Hair Loss?
Androgenic alopecia, more commonly known as male or female pattern hair loss is the most common cause of hair loss. But it’s not the only thing that can trigger thinning hair. Conditions such as skin infections, autoimmune disorders, and even emotional stress can cause you to lose your hair. In recent years, researchers have been […]
What is Alopecia Areata?
There are several conditions that cause thinning hair or hair loss. The medical term for hair loss is “alopecia,” and the most common type is called androgenetic alopecia, which most people call male or female pattern hair loss. Telogen effluvium is the second most common type. This condition is related to the hair growth cycle. […]
Can a Man Bun Lead to Hair Loss?
You may start out looking like Leonardo DiCaprio, but you could end up looking like Ed Asner. “Man buns,” the 21st-century hairstyle that’s favored by Hollywood movie stars and urban hipsters, can bring about hair loss, according to recent scientific reports. Constant pulling of hair can cause scarring of the scalp and even permanent loss. […]