Hair Loss and Medical Care

There are many reasons that a man or woman experiencing hair loss. Hair loss can be attributed to genetics, environmental factors, lifestyle, medical conditions and certain medications. While some hair loss is normal, the hair growth cycle results in about 50 to 100 hairs per day to throw. Discuss excessive hair loss with a doctor.
Function

Topical medications are usually the first line of defense for hair loss. Minoxidil is available over the counter treatment products like Rogaine. The drug is applied directly to two times a day to open the hair follicles and stimulate new growth. Both men and women can use Minoxidil.

Effects

For men, an oral medication called finasteride can be used to treat male pattern baldness. The drug stops the conversion of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT is the hormone responsible for the reduction of hair follicles in men. Decreased sex drive is a potential side effect of the drug.
Features

One of the more aggressive treatments for hair loss is surgical hair restoration. During this procedure, the physician surgical skin graft pieces to the bald areas on the head. Each graft contains a number of hair follicles. The implants are derived from the back and sides of the head. Often, scalp reduction is performed along with hair transplant surgery. Scalp reduction surgery involves removing several inches of bald scalp. The parties then sutured. It can take several months for normal hair growth occurring in the treated areas.
Considerations

Ringworm of the scalp can cause hair loss and this condition is more common in children. To address this type of hair loss is an oral antifungal medication is prescribed.

Prevention / Solution

Some lifestyle changes can prevent hair loss and deny the need for additional treatments. A well balanced diet, rich in protein and iron, must be followed to prevent hair loss caused by a nutritional deficiency. Manage your hair gently and avoid harmful chemical treatments, such as permanent dyes. Do not pull and twist the hair and limit the use of heating devices of style, like irons and hair dryers.

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