Alopecia is also known as general hair loss. There are many different forms of alopecia, each of which requires different treatment and often emotional support. For example, alopecia areata (patches) often self-corrects, while other cases of alopecia are permanent. Frontal fibrosing alopecia (a scarring hair loss) can either take a stable or ‘burnt-out’ form, or…
Sometimes I am approached about types of blood tests, and if it can help in accurately identifying the cause of hair thinning. Here is an example I’d like to share: I would like to book an appointment for my 22 years old daughter. She has lost hair over the last few years, leaving it very…
It’s not unusual at all for women to experience hair loss which may begin a couple of months after childbirth. However, it is temporary, and most women should regain hair vitality between 6 months to a year after birth.
Emma got in touch with me through my website. In her initial email, she wrote that she had problems with a balding patch at the back towards the top of the head. She had been taking supplement tablets from boots, which helped only a little bit. It is making her extremely self-conscious. Emma wanted to…
No, absolutely not. Washing your hair every day or very frequently will not cause hair loss. Why Not? From a Trichologist’s point of view, daily washing hair is most beneficial for the health of your scalp to create the very best environment for hair growth. In a healthy, human scalp hair should grow on average…
As many of my patients will appreciate, I am deeply intrigued by the psychology of hair loss and its effects on mental wellbeing, confidence and self-esteem. Listening to their lived experience and the underlying emotions form an integral part of the diagnosis during the consultation stage. Before I identify problems of hair loss and begin…
My daughter is 17 and over the last 3/4 weeks has had hair loss when brush but a great amount in each brush. I don’t want to worry her any more than necessary but I’m losing sleep over this as she had Alopecia as a child. Can you please help?
I am 21 years old and my hair is thinning noticeably on my crown. My hairline is receding more on one side as well. In general, I can tell that I am going through the process of male pattern baldness as there is a history of baldness on my dad’s side of the family.
Hair loss is an upsetting condition for everyone it affects, many patients who consult me attend with a partner or a parent who has shared the grief, upset and sometimes embarrassment that is perceived by the patient.
Rosie came to the clinic, learning about our hair and scalp treatment, after suffering from the itchy flaky scalp for years. I am pleased to inform that Rosie now has my guidance on how to maintain the scalp condition and on-going support when required.