Archive for September, 2009
Hairloss Treatment
So what’s the most effective hairloss treatment? Well, like any good question there is more than one answer. Hairloss is actually one of the few human conditions that doesn’t lack available treatments. There have never been more pills, lotions, shampoos and potions available to treat hairloss then there are on the market today. It’s a multi-billion dollar industry and it seems that it is not going to change anytime soon. The most common mistake that people make is to just rush out and buy the latest and greatest hairloss treatment – the one they saw advertised on tv or in a magazine. They never stop to ask the very important question “Is this treatment right for me?”
A couple of reasons for hair loss and their recommended treatments are as follows
Male Pattern Baldness: Over 85% of men will experience some degree of hairloss during their lifetime and this is generally due to male pattern baldness. MPB normally makes its appearance either shortly after puberty or in your 20’s – your hair becomes thinner, weaker and almost brittle as it recedes from your temples and thins on the crown of your head. The best available treatments for this type of hairloss are Rogaine (Minoxidil) in conjunction with Propecia (finasteride). Yes there are dozens of other treatments available but the one-two punch of Rogaine and Propecia seems to deliver actual visible hair regrowth; as opposed to the claimed effectiveness of other treatments.
Female Hairloss: The most important step for a woman with any form of hairloss is to find out what’s causing it. Most women do everything they can to conceal their hairloss and sometimes they do this until it’s almost too late. Once proper diagnosis of the cause of the hairloss has taken place then the most common treatments for female hairloss are Rogaine for women, steroid injections, HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) and possibly oral spironolactone or other oral medications. The treatment will depend on the type of hairloss being experienced.
Here are a couple of other options at your disposal.
Some Natural Help: Perhaps the least expensive hair loss treatment is the use and consumption of vitamins. General multivitamins are not only good for your health overall, but they have been shown to have some benefit in growing back lost hair. Even more effective than multivitamins are the specialty vitamins which have been produced to help slow hair loss, and also grow back lost hair. These are available at most drug and general stores, with the specialty vitamins usually costing more than multivitamins. While this method does have some beneficial effects, it is not enough to grow back hair on its own, and should be used in combination with other hair loss treatments.
Most Effective, But It’ll Cost You: While the above method is the least expensive but least effective, this hairloss treatment is the most effective, but also the most expensive by far. Thousands of men have had good success with hair transplantation surgery. The hair follicles on the back and sides of your head are more resistant to the growth-inhibiting chemical DHT, which is why most men only lose hair on top of their head. During the operation, these follicles are moved to the top of your head, so the hair is better able to grow there. Unfortunately, procedures such as this can cost in excess of $10,000, and often require a significant deposit before you will even be considered.
Or, You Can Use This “Secret” Technique
Did you read this article with the intention of growing your hair back quickly, without breaking the bank? Did you come here because you’re looking for a way to get rid of the embarrassment that comes with a bald head? You should know that there is a hairloss treatment that will get your hair back in weeks, not months, and compared to these methods, it’s dirt cheap. For some reason though, you’re probably one of the many guys that haven’t heard about it, because it’s not frequently mentioned by doctors or experts. All you need to do is visit http://www.ResistHairLoss.com/Provillus and get started with this method to finally put hair back on your head.
Hair Transplant Cost
Hair transplant cost in general is quite high however it does vary considerably depending on a number of factors including the following
- The number of procedure you need or want done, so if you need your entire head covered you can expect to pay near the maximum amount for such a procedure.
- The surgeon you choose and the different technologies used in clinics. Many hair transplant clinics have not yet started harvesting transplants using a microscope.
- Hair transplant costs are generally based on the number of grafts per each hair transplant procedure. The cost per graft is gradually reduced as the number of grafts per procedure is increased.
- Hair transplant cost is also usually cheaper for women than for men. This is because women do not often need as many hair transplants as men do because the balding area is not as large or as prominent.
- Hair Transplant cost can be significantly different based on the location of the clinic. Costs in the United States are admittedly expensive, so some Americans have opted to have this surgery outside of the country.
- The average costs for hair transplants often do not include the follow up visits which might be needed to ensure that everything is going as planned and that you are not having any issues. You should also ask the doctor if you get a refund if the hair transplant procedure is not successful.
One disadvantage however of availing medical procedures abroad is that you can’t sue your doctor if anything goes wrong, also there would be little or no legal options which you can pursue.
While you won’t know for sure what kind of cost you’re looking at until you’ve interviewed several surgeons, here are some things to keep in mind about Hair Transplant Costs:
- Make sure you get at least 3 quotes (or more). You might be surprised at the variation in prices. You’ll also get a good idea of what each surgeon can do for you and what they each recommend for your situation. (Again, you may be surprised at the variation in opinions!)
- Never decide on a hair transplant doctor based on cost alone (i.e. because he’s so much lower than anybody else). This is one area where you don’t want to take a chance.
- Average costs for a hair transplant vary however many are dependent on the type of surgery you decide to do (for example, the cost per graft of the FUSS method is generally cheaper than the cost per graft of the FUE method.) They are also dependent on the number of grafts you have to achieve the hair density you want.
- Repair work (where you’ve had a previous surgery done but were not happy with it) will sometimes cost more depending on your situation (which is one reason why you don’t want to take a chance). Repair work may include scar repair (i.e. from a previous surgery) and/or hairline or density repair.
- If you’ve done your research, interviews and comparisons and are satisfied with your choice of hair transplant surgeon – ask the surgeon if he will cut you a deal on the cost.
On a final note many physicians are now offering very reasonable financing options to make more the surgery affordable for you. This is a viable alternative to paying the whole cost up front. Ask your surgeon if he/offers this option.
Chemotherapy Hair Loss
Chemotherapy hair loss is an unfortunate reality that many cancer patients have to face. Chemotherapy drugs are powerful medications that attack rapidly growing cancer cells. Unfortunately, these drugs also attack other rapidly growing cells in your body – including those in your hair roots.
If you start to lose your hair, you may find that it becomes thinner or falls out entirely. It may be sudden or gradual. Hair loss can occur on all parts of the body – you may lose the hair on your head, some or all of your eyelashes and eyebrows, and body hair (including pubic, chest and underarm hair). You may also notice that your scalp feels tender.
However the good news is that many people find that their hair starts to grow back before their chemotherapy treatment is finished or very soon afterwards. In essence most of the time hair loss from chemotherapy is temporary.
You can expect to regrow a full head of hair six months to a year after your treatment ends, though your hair may temporarily be a different shade or texture.
If you are about to go through chemotherapy you should plan to manage hair loss during treatment. Being prepared for hair loss will allow you more peace if it occurs. Also note that a couple of simple steps can go a long way in ensuring that Chemotherapy hair loss is temporary. Be gentle with your hair. Use a mild shampoo, a soft hairbrush and set your hair dryer on low heat or let your hair dry naturally. Get a shorter cut if you have long or medium-length hair. This will make your hair look fuller and thicker. It might help to make any hair loss less dramatic for you. Avoid dyeing, perming or straightening your hair during treatment. Talk to your healthcare team to find out when you can begin these activities again.
If and when you do start to lose your hair make sure that you protect what hair you have by using a satin pillowcase, using a softer brush, and washing your hair only when it is necessary. I’ve heard of some poeple that even have shaved their head instead of allowing the hair to fall out in clumps. Patients report that shaving their head eases the irritation and itching that accompanies gradual hair loss from chemotherapy. It may also look better than hair that is patchy and sparse during therapy.
Try wearing a scarf, turban or hat if you feel sensitive about your loss of hair. This will help keep your head warm as well. Consider buying a toupée. You may want to select it before your hair falls out so that it will be easier to match to your own hair color and style.
Protect your scalp when you are outside. A wide-brimmed hat or scarf can help. Use a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 with good UVA protection on your scalp when you are outside.
And Lastly be sure to take hair growth treatments. They won’t prevent hair loss but will speed up the growth process of new hair. Using drugs may slow down the rate of hair loss, but that depends on each individual.