Men’s Hair Loss FAQ
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Understanding the cause of men’s hair loss may better indicate exactly why it presently has no cure.
The most common cause of hair loss in men, is male pattern baldness representing almost 95% of all hair loss in men. Men who have this type of hair loss usually have inherited it as part of their genetic makeup.
ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA – the modem medical term for male pattern hair loss – can be broken down in two parts.
First, Androgenetic, consisting of ANDROGEN (Any of the various hormones that control the appearance and development of masculine characteristics such as testosterone). And GENETIC–the inheritance of genes from either the mother or the father’s side of the family. Add AGE, which when coupled with genetics, represents a time clock that will signal the hair follicle to produce an enzyme named “5 alpha reductase.” When the testosterone present in the follicle combines with the enzyme 5 alpha reductase, it produces dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
Second, ALOPECIA meaning hair loss, of which there are many types.
Put simply, scientists are working against aging, hormones and genetics. This is no easy task. Add the fact that male or female pattern hair loss is not life threatening, and it is easy to see why many physicians do not view hair loss as a priority in scientific research.
What is working for you in terms of research is that large pharmaceutical firms now know that a cure for hair loss could mean a fortune in revenue for their companies and stockholders.
Although we may not see a cure in our lifetime, it is possible. Science is closer to understanding hair loss due to many recent advancements. To say the cure is around the corner would only be speculation but hope certainly is alive.
Alopecia Areata: Generally thought to be an autoimmune disorder. Causes “patchy” hair loss, often in small circular areas in different areas of the scalp.
Alopecia Totalis: Total hair loss of the scalp, (an advanced form of alopecia areata).
Alopecia Universalis: Hair loss of the entire body, (also an advanced form of alopecia areata).
Traction Alopecia: Hair loss caused by physical stress and tension on the hair such as prolonged use of hair weaving, corn rows etc.
Telogen Effiuvium: Hair loss Caused by Physical stress, emotional stress, thyroid abnormalities, medications and hormonal causes normally associated with females.
Anagen Effiuvium: Generally due to internally administered medications, such as chemotherapy agents, that poison the growing hair follicle.
Trichotillomania (TTM), or “trich” as it is commonly known, is an impulse control disorder characterized by the repeated urge to pull out scalp hair, eyelashes, facial hair, nose hair, eyebrows or other body hair, often resulting in noticeable bald patches.
Chemotherapy: One of the most common side effects of chemotherapy treatment is hair loss. Chemotherapy hair loss may occur on the scalp, face, underarms, and other places on the body.
Q: I don’t want surgery but my hair is thinning. Is there anything I can do?
A: Rest assured there are many non-surgical hair loss treatments that can give you back your hair that include hair replacement solutions. A hair loss specialist can explain the options that will work best for you based on your particular hair loss, the amount of hair you have lost, your lifestyle and other factors. They will help you find a solution that you are comfortable with.
Q: Is there a lot of difference between surgical and non-surgical hair restoration?
A: With non-surgical hair replacement you are guaranteed that you will have an increase in hair density. There is no donor area needed and the success rate is not dependent upon the texture and curl pattern of the hair you still have. At Hair Styles Unlimited custom non-surgical hair replacement can also be used to give additional hair to men and women that have already had hair transplant surgery but still want more hair.
Q: I like to be very active, can I still take part in sports?
A: Absolutely you can. With hair restoration and hair replacement procedures you can do all the things you used to do before your hair loss. From swimming and water skiing to riding your motorcycle, or playing basketball, there are no limitations.
Q: My dad had a hairpiece that he would take off each night, and my grand-mother wore a wig that was so stiff it never moved. Is this the same thing?
A: Today’s state-of-the-art hair replacement is nothing like those old hairpieces and wigs you remember. Your new hair becomes a part of you and never comes off. It will look and feel natural.
Q: Will I be limited to the type of hair styles I can wear and is there any special way I need to comb my hair?
A: You can style your hair any way you desire even straight back to reveal a natural looking hair line. You can use any type brush or comb to style your hair.
Q: Why choose Hair Styles Unlimited?
A: When you make what many people feel is one of the most important self-improvement decisions you will make, it is important to get professional advice from a company that has a reputation that you trust.
Our hair replacement and restoration procedures are designed specifically for you and your needs. We ask that you contact us and speak to one of our hair loss experts and have a free consultation in a private and professional setting or by emailing us your concerns to your hair loss. Your inquiry is always completely confidential.
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