All You Need To Know About Hair Loss

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month ago i quit taking birth control pills, can it be the reason of my hair loss?

Hair loss is caused by many reasons such as malnutrition, illness, tension and other health problems.It is normal to shed some hair each day as part of a cycle of growing new hairs and loosing some. Badly damaged hair breaks at the scalp. Check out http://usefulinfo-hairloss.blogspot.com/ for more info.

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What are the side effects of chemotherapy other than temporary loss of hair?

Besides hair loss,
nausea, vomiting.
weakness.
hypersensitivity to any odors, (especially perfume).
Itching of skin.
Complete loss of appetite.
Profuse sweating.

Those are just some. Since your body is fighting the poison from the chemotherapy, you can expect almost anything, even failure of treatment. Just keep a positive attitude for the one who has opted chemotherapy. You might think about joining a support group for people with cancer. Since all chemotherapy is considered experimental, always have a positive attitude.

Best of love and health to you. I lost a mother and father to cancer.

I have been on this anti-depressant for 7 months. Since starting Celexa I have noticed a significant amount of hair loss and difference in hair texture. To the point where it’s…. scary. I am only 27 years old.
I have even bought hair,skin,nails vitamins, biotin, silica, etc. this has only helped a little.

2 years ago I was on the anti-depressant lexapro. I do not remember thinning of my hair or a change in the hair texture.

Could the Celexa be causing my hair loss?

yes! it is possible but anyway as we know hair loss can be caused by many different reasons! There are many causes of loss of hair such as stress, poor nutrition ,medications, thyroid dysfunctions, illness, fungal infections, hormonal problems, to mention a few.

year ago I suffered very much from dandruff and hair loss too and I started trying everything you can imagine to stop my hair loss.
the things that really worked for me was:

1) Vitamin A – an anti-oxidant which promotes healthy production of sebum in the scalp;

2) Vitamin E stimulates circulation. Good blood circulation in the scalp is important in keeping hair follicles productive. The ‘B’ vitamins contribute to melanin, which gives hair its healthy color and also stimulates blood circulation;

3) massage is also beneficial. Massage stimulates circulation. As already noted, good circulation in the scalp keeps hair follicles active. Experts suggest a few minutes of daily head massage by hand. Circulation through massage may be improved by using a few drops of lavender or bay essential oil in an almond or sesame oil base with massage;

4) Try rubbing your scalp with garlic juice, Onion Juice or Ginger Juice(you can either of one out of three, Do not mix any of two or three);

5) also I used herbal treatment – Provillus (do not use Rogaine – it will not work!)
It is a good products that helps prevent hair loss and contains Biotin and the clinically tested ingredients approved by the FDA to help re-grow your hair.! I think it is very important!

It worked and still works for me!

I do not know if any pharmacies carry Provillus but I do know that you should purchase it directly from the manufacturer and read more about the product here http://www.provillus.com/?aid=221781

It enhances hair growth by blocking DHT (Dihydrotestostrone) – a major cause of hair loss!

Also Informative video about Provillus – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ydvCHhbRkk

good luck!

not only my own personal experience + working as a family physician

What is hair transplantation? Is hair transplant the only real answer to being bald? Is hair transplant will look like the real ones? Has hair transplant got some side effects also? Is there any reliable hair restoration center/clinic in the Philippines for hair transplantation? And how much hair transplant costs? Please I need an honest answer for these as I loose hope for I am a bald guy since my college days. Help me to find truth answer please?

Hair Transplant in the Philippines, Asia and the Pacific: A Primer
by Dr. Francisco B. Manzanares, Jr., M.D.

Hair transplantation is a surgical procedure performed on men and women who would like to reverse the signs of hair loss. It helps to correct androgenetic alopecia, scarring alopecia and other types of permanent alopecia. Hair transplantation involves transferring hair grafts (skin and hair units of 1 to 4 hairs extracted from a single donor strip) from the back and sides of your head (the donor area) to balding or thinng areas where you would like new hair to grow.

Today, hair transplantation is a very refined outpatient procedure that can produce full and natural looking results, even after only one hair transplant session. When performed correctly, not even a hair stylist will detect that a person has had a hair transplant. However, it is critical that the hair transplant procedure be performed correctly to achieve such natural results. To do so requires a hair restoration clinic that can perform both Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) at the highest levels of skill, experience, and dedication. Manzanares Hair Restoration Center is in the forefront of this surgical hair restoration.

What is hair transplant exactly?

Hair transplantation is an artistic redistribution system that takes donor dominant hair follicles donor areas such as the chest or from the very back of the head (which are genetically resistant to hair loss) and artfully relocate them into thinning or balding areas. With current microsurgical technologies, this results in a very natural appearance. Basically, we take hair from where you have more than you need and put it where you need it more. The hair that is now growing will be permanent for the rest of the patient’s life. Those newly transplanted hairs need no more care than ordinary washing, styling and trimming as you have always doing in your hair. The end result is your own natural hair growing the way nature created hair to look, feel and grow. More at http://www.manzanareshairrestoration.com.

How effective is hair transplantation?

Hair transplantation is a surgical office procedure for the treatment of hair loss. This is accomplished by actually transferring grafts or small sections of hair bearing skin from the back of his scalp to bold areas on the top of the head. Follicular hair units are usually used. This technique is very effective in most types of hair loss, including male and female pattern loss. It is also effective when concealing scar injury and complications from disease. It is especially effective in concealing the scars from facial plastic surgical procedures (face lifts, brow lifts, etc.). Even eyebrows and eyelashes can be reconstructed with excellent cosmetic appearance. Women in particular are excellent candidates, as their hair loss tends to be diffuse and can afford them full coverage of the area while undergoing healing. Best of all, your results are permanent. More at http://www.manzanareshairrestoration.com.

Are there any risks with hair transplant surgery?

There are practically no risks involved in hair transplant surgery. Occurrences of infection after the procedure are rare. In the few cases where infection does occur, it is often due to the patient’s failure to fully follow post-operative instructions. When infection occurs, it is easily treatable with antibiotics which can be prescribed by the physician. More at http://www.manzanareshairrestoration.com.

What are the steps in performing hair transplant?

A typical hair transplant procedure has at least seven steps:

1. Consultation
2. Blood Tests
3. Anesthesia
4. Extraction of donor hair
5. Division of donor hair into follicular units
6. Implanting of donor hair
7. Post operative care

The entire procedure can lasts from 2 to 4 hours depending on the number of hair grafts being implanted. Follow post-operative instructions we have given carefully and expect to wait 3 to 5 months before your new hair grafts actually start growing your new hair. It’s important to note that once your hair grafts are implanted, the shock of the transplanting will actually cause them to go into the dormant stage. This means your new hair grafts will actually die and fall out. But don’t worry for this is normal and expected. More at http://www.manzanareshairrestoration.com.

Is hair transplant procedure painful?

Hair transplantation is often perceived as a painful procedure because of ignorance and lack of understanding of the treatment. However, it is a fairly simple procedure involving only one or two sessions, and is relatively painless. Most patients watch a movie or take a nap while we work. Afterwards, they tell us that during the procedure they felt no pain. Any discomfort they feel afterwards is usually very temporary and nearly always minimal and easily relieved with simple pain tablets taken for 1 – 2 days after the procedure. One third of our patients do not take any pain tablets anymore. More at http://www.manzanareshairrestoration.com.

I have a medical condition, can I still receive a hair transplant?

Pre-existing medical conditions are always a concern of Dr. Manzanares. If you have a pre-existing medical condition, please tell us at the time of your consultation. For your convenience, we have listed responses from some of the most frequently asked medical questions:

1. COUMADIN
If you are taking Coumadin, you will need to be off Coumadin for a week prior to your hair restoration procedure. When you have a consultation, Dr. Manzanares may require a confirmation from your physician. More at http://www.manzanareshairrestoration.com.

2. INTRAVENOUS SEDATION
At MHR Center, intravenous sedation is virtually never used for hair restoration procedures. Instead, patients are administered local anesthesia and are able to relax and watch a video, stretch or use the restroom at any time during the procedure. If you would like additional sedation or relaxation, you may request it and we will be pleased to order it for you. More at http://www.manzanareshairrestoration.com.

3. DIABETES
We have performed successful hair transplant procedures for patients with diabetes. However, to determine possible candidacy for hair restoration, you will first need to have a consultation with Dr. Manzanares. He may require a confirmation from your diabetes physician to confirm that your diabetes is under good control. More at http://www.manzanareshairrestoration.com.

4. LUPUS (Erythematosus) – LE
In many cases, it is not a good idea to transplant hair into an area where the hair loss caused by LE has occurred. After hair has been transplanted into such an area, the LE process (which caused the hair loss) could recur. However, in some cases (when LE has been inactive for many years) it is feasible to do hair transplants. Dr. Manzanares will determine this during your consultation. More at http://www.manzanareshairrestoration.com.

5. KIDNEY TRANSPLANT
For various medical reasons, a hair restoration procedure cannot be done prior to a pending kidney transplant. However, once a kidney transplant procedure is completed and has healed, Dr. Manzanares can determine if it is feasible for you to have a hair transplant procedure. More at http://www.manzanareshairrestoration.com.

Is hair transplant surgery expensive?

Comparatively, no. While there are costs involved, the benefits of growing your own hair make hair transplantation much more cost-effective than other methods, because afterwards, no further expense is incurred plus you may take into account the financial options Manzanares Hair Restoration Center can offer to you. There are no expensive chemicals to be bought or used continually. There are no expensive hair pieces to be maintained, repaired, tinted, conditioned and replaced regularly every 18 months in order to look natural. So, weighed in the light of all possible alternatives, the hair transplant solution is not only the best, but is also the most economical overall. More at http://www.manzanareshairrestoration.com.

Will hair transplant procedure suggests time off from work?

Little or no time off from work is required. But if you are sensitive about how you will look during the days immediately following, you can wear a hat, or, if that’s not possible in your work environment, Dr. Frank recommends beginning the process just before your holidays. Many patients return to work the next day. However, every person is different. Beyond examination, your consultation is a good source to be informed of possible strategies for your unique situation. More at http://www.manzanareshairrestoration.com.

Is there a chance that hair grafts will be rejected during hair transplant surgery?

Unlike kidney or heart transplant which are donated by another person, there is no possibility that hair grafts will be rejected since hair grafts wil come from the same person. The body’s immune system will not reject such. Moreover, hair from another person cannot be used for hair transplantation purposes. More at http://www.manzanareshairrestoration.com.

When should I consider hair transplant to treat hair loss?

The consideration of when to undergo hair transplant surgery is a personal decision. Its success is based on many factors, including the amount of donor hair available as well as the amount of area that needs to be covered. An evaluation for hair transplant surgery with a qualified hair transplant surgeon is most important in determining when surgery should be considered. As a rule, hair transplant surgery is more successful when there is still existing hair that can be used to camouflage the surgical area. The goal of a successful session is to allow the patient to continue to recede in a natural and expected manner, rather

I quit my BCP a little more than a month ago; and my hair began to fall off like crazy. I intelligently went and got it dyed and I think that helped to make it worse.
I am scared because my hair isn’t too much to begin with; and it doesn’t stop falling!!!
I’m wondering for how long this will continue; because I do NOT want to go bald!

the hormones in the BC could be cause this because now you ar not getting them. Ask your Doc. You may not have wanted to stopped so abrutly. He can give you a lower dose tolevel you out. The hair will grow back

BALDNESS: So long as you do what your Dr. says will the hairloss stop and you just keep the amount of hair you had when you started treatment (treatment being minoxidol and spironolactone)?

no cure for baldness.

Humans use minoxidil to stop ‘baldness’ because we really have no idea what it does. We do though know that a side effect of minoxidil is hair growth. So we counter our hair loss by taking advantage of this side effect.

So when you think about it, you really aren’t stopping baldness. Just getting temporary growth from the minoxidil. Once the drug stops working you’ll still be losing hair.

I have been losing a lot of hair, a lot means really a lot. it is not the normal number of common hair loss. I am afraid I have cancer or what…

You may be suffering from Alopecia Areata. It is a medical condition that you have no control over. You may see an excess of hair in your comb or brush, it may just come out in your hands when you run them through the hair.

This happened to me some years ago and I was prescribed a medication by my doctor and the hair loss stopped but not before I’d lost a huge patch that finally grew back. I’d check with my doctor on this before it gets any worse.

There are over the counter remedies but I’d not want to trust them unless the doctor approved them.

Its active ingedients are :
Bio-Fen Plus active ingredients:

Fenugreek seed extract
Saw palmetto berry extract
Flax lignans
Vitamins B5, B3, B6, and B2
Folic acid
Biotin

Does this stuff have any affect on hair loss if used seperatly ?

NOT ME

Hi,

Does anyone has experience or has someone who knows have had experience with Bosley hair transplant system? Please post your experiences, including but not limited to the cost, the pre-post procedure and how it affected your life, meaning were you able to go back to work the next day, what about workout and play sports and did you see improvement in your hair growth after 4-5 months or something along those lines. I HAVE also heard that even though the first procedure costs around $10,000, people go back for visits and that costs more? any help would be greatly appreciated.

Hair transplant surgery is very safe nowadays. My cousin got her breast reduction, tummy tuck and facelift surgery in India by the company called Forerunners Healthcare .The Price for the surgery she paid in India was very less. She paid 30% of the cost she was quoted in America.

Forerunners Healthcare is very famous in India. They arrange cosmetic and plastic surgery for foreigners in India. I read a lot about them in the Newspapers and about their patient stories. They arrange financing for USA, Canadian, UK and other international patients who plan to have surgery abroad for low price, as the breast reduction, tummy tuck, facelift and other cosmetic surgery is not covered by insurance. They also have photos pasted of their International patients. You can checkout their website. There are huge cost savings. As a doctor I personally believe that surgery can be easily handled in India, as the quality of healthcare available In India is simply best in the world. The surgeons are USA/UK trained and facilities are 5 star.

http://www.forerunnershealthcare.com
Hope this helps.