Baldness and Hair Loss
Men and women naturally lose hair as they age, with about two-thirds of men either bald or showing a pattern of baldness by age 60. Yet other hair loss can be triggered by sudden physical or emotional stress, childbirth, crash diets, medication such as antidepressants, autoimmune conditions such as lupus, and thyroid diseases. Another form of hair loss, called alopecia areata, causes bald patches on the scalp, beard, eyebrows and eyelashes. Discuss any sudden hair loss with your doctor.
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- Q What cosmetic solutions are available for balding?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyCosmetic solutions available for balding include: Changing your part so that it covers the space where hair has grown thinnest. Highlighting your hair, which swells the diameter of the hair shafts and gives the appearance of thicker... Full Answer
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- Q Will we ever find a cure for baldness?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyAnybody who's lost a lot of hair probably knows why the race to find a cure for baldness is a competitive one: because there are a lot of willing customers ready to try and buy. Of course, there are currently two drugs approved by the U.S. Food... Full Answer
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- Q Can proper hair care help prevent balding?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyProper hair care will not stop the natural process of balding that affects many men and some women. In these people, balding is a physical trait that is inherited, like having freckles or blue eyes. Proper care can help keep your hair healthy,... Full Answer
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- Q Will hair lost due to alopecia grow back?
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There are several things that can cause "alopecia," which is a generic term for hair loss, the most common being "androgenic alopecia" which is what we know as male pattern baldness. This can happen to both men and women, and occurs because of hormonal... Full Answer
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- Q How is alopecia treated?
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Corticosteroids: Patients with alopecia areata may receive injections with corticosteroids, such as betamethasone (Celestone®), into the scalp. Patients typically receive these injections monthly. Some patients with extensive hair loss may take... Full Answer
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- Q What causes alopecia?
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Aging: Hair loss is a common sign of aging. The body slowly loses its ability to replace hairs that are shed. Males and females may experience hair thinning or baldness as a result of aging. This type of hair loss is permanent.Genetics: Researchers... Full Answer
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- Q If neither of my parents is bald, how come I am losing my hair?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyHair loss occurs naturally. It is normal to lose about a hundred hairs a day. These hairs are replaced with new ones. If you are experiencing hair loss in excess of this normal rate, talk to your doctor. Certain medical conditions such as... Full Answer
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- Q Is there any difference between balding and hair loss?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyBalding is a form of hair loss that can be inherited. Some diseases and disease treatments can cause hair loss, too. There are many other causes of hair loss. Hair has a limited lifespan, which is one reason why most people lose between 50 and... Full Answer
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- Q How is tissue expansion used to cure baldness?
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For years, tissue expansion has been used by plastic surgeons to repair burn wounds and injuries with significant skin loss. Use of tissue expansion in hair replacement surgery has had dramatic results with significant hair coverage in a relatively short... Full Answer
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- Q What should I know before I try hair restoration?
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Hair replacement surgery is normally safe when performed by a qualified, experienced physician. Still, individuals vary greatly in their physical reactions and healing abilities, and the outcome is never completely predictable. Consult with a qualified... Full Answer
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