About one-third of women experience hair loss (alopecia) at some time in their lives; among postmenopausal women, as many as two-thirds suffer hair thinning or bald spots. Hair loss in women often has a greater impact than hair loss does on men, because it’s less socially acceptable for them. Alopecia can severely affect a woman’s emotional well-being and quality of life.
The main type of hair loss in women is the same as it is men. It’s called androgenetic alopecia, or female (or male) pattern hair loss. In men, hair loss usually begins above the temples, and the receding hairline eventually forms a characteristic “M” shape; hair at the top of the head also thins, often progressing to baldness. In women, androgenetic alopecia begins with gradual thinning at the part line, followed by increasing diffuse hair loss radiating from the top of the head. A woman’s hairline rarely recedes, and women rarely become bald.
There are many potential causes of hair loss in women, including medical conditions, medications, and physical or emotional stress. If you notice unusual hair loss of any kind, it’s important to see your primary care provider or a dermatologist, to determine the cause and appropriate treatment.
Scalp infections are a result of bacteria or fungi that entered the hair follicles or skin of the scalp. There are many different types, including folliculitis, impetigo, lichen planus, and ringworm. Depending on the cause, each can be treated with antibiotics or antifungal medications as well as over-the-counter creams to reduce uncomfortable symptoms like itching.
Hair loss that occurs during a scalp infection is only temporary in most cases. In more severe cases or with some conditions, hair loss may be permanent if irreparable damage is caused to the hair follicles. It’s important to seek help from a dermatologist as soon as you notice symptoms.
Treating a scalp infection at home isn’t recommended because you won’t know what treatment is right until you’ve had a proper diagnosis. For some conditions, home remedies can be used to help relieve symptoms, such as over-the-counter anti-itch creams or a cold compress to help with the itching and pain. If you think you may have a scalp infection, treatment at home should only be explored after getting a diagnosis from your primary care physician or dermatologist.
Scalp infections are a result of bacteria or fungi that entered the hair follicles or skin of the scalp. There are many different types, including folliculitis, impetigo, lichen planus, and ringworm. Depending on the cause, each can be treated with antibiotics or antifungal medications as well as over-the-counter creams to reduce uncomfortable symptoms like itching.
Hair loss that occurs during a scalp infection is only temporary in most cases. In more severe cases or with some conditions, hair loss may be permanent if irreparable damage is caused to the hair follicles. It’s important to seek help from a dermatologist as soon as you notice symptoms.
Treating a scalp infection at home isn’t recommended because you won’t know what treatment is right until you’ve had a proper diagnosis. For some conditions, home remedies can be used to help relieve symptoms, such as over-the-counter anti-itch creams or a cold compress to help with the itching and pain. If you think you may have a scalp infection, treatment at home should only be explored after getting a diagnosis from your primary care physician or dermatologist.
Dandruff is a common condition that causes the skin on the scalp to flake. It isn’t contagious or serious. But it can be embarrassing and difficult to treat. Mild dandruff can be treated with a gentle daily shampoo. If that doesn’t work, a medicated shampoo may help. Symptoms may return later. Dandruff is considered to be a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis. In babies, it is called as cradle cap.
Dandruff may present as skin flakes on your scalp, hair, eyebrows, beard or moustache, and shoulders. The signs and symptoms may be more severe if you’re stressed, and they tend to flare in cold, dry seasons.
For most people, dandruff does not require medical attention. However, sometimes the flaking and itching that appears like dandruff is actually a medical condition, such as seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, fungal infections of the scalp, or eczema.
If you continue to have symptoms after using a dandruff shampoo, consult a dermatologist. A dermatologist can properly diagnose your condition and recommend a treatment plan that best meets your needs.
Traditional methods such as waxing, plucking, and shaving for removing unwanted hair are painful and effective for the short term only. Laser hair reduction is one of the advanced method that eliminates the need to perform waxing, shaving, and tweezing.
Laser hair reduction has also reduced the chances of irritation. Inflammation that occur due to shaving, waxing, and other hair removal methods, the results are also long-lasting. The Laser Hair Reduction treatment is nowadays the most popular cosmetic procedure performed to removing unwanted hair from the body areas such as the face, legs, arms, bikini line, and underarms. The laser hair reduction methods work by removing the hair through using a selective photothermolysis mechanism in which laser targets the melanin pigment present in the hair follicle. In this procedure, the light energy of a specific wavelength is absorbed by the pigment present in the hair roots that stimulates rapid heating and subsequently destroys regenerative structures of the hair follicle. The treatment precisely focuses on the dark and coarse hair without causing any damage to the surrounding skin. And the treatment is fast, effective, and painless. It requires about 4 to 8 sessions to deliver the optimum results.
Traditional methods such as waxing, plucking, and shaving for removing unwanted hair are painful and effective for the short term only. Laser hair reduction is one of the advanced method that eliminates the need to perform waxing, shaving, and tweezing.
Laser hair reduction has also reduced the chances of irritation. Inflammation that occur due to shaving, waxing, and other hair removal methods, the results are also long-lasting. The Laser Hair Reduction treatment is nowadays the most popular cosmetic procedure performed to removing unwanted hair from the body areas such as the face, legs, arms, bikini line, and underarms. The laser hair reduction methods work by removing the hair through using a selective photothermolysis mechanism in which laser targets the melanin pigment present in the hair follicle. In this procedure, the light energy of a specific wavelength is absorbed by the pigment present in the hair roots that stimulates rapid heating and subsequently destroys regenerative structures of the hair follicle. the treatment precisely focuses on the dark and coarse hair without causing any damage to the surrounding skin. And the treatment is fast, effective, and painless. It requires about 4 to 8 sessions to deliver the optimum results.
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