Hair loss is Reversible
Hair loss, or alopecia, affects 80 million people in the U.S. Forty percent of which are women. For some individuals, hair loss/thinning has an impact on many aspects of their life and they spend a big chunk of their day trying to hide it—the situation may make them feel sad, angry and even depressed.
The first step in the journey toward hair regrowth is to understand what is causing the loss. In some cases, the origin may be genetic. In others, it may be a reflection of an imbalance inside the body such as hormones, metabolic issues, nutritional deficiencies, medications, etc. Environmental factors or chemical injury may also play a role.
An initial consultation with a hair specialist includes trichoscopy, a technique used to establish a diagnosis and start narrowing down the root cause of the hair loss. The doctor observes the scalp and hair shafts with magnification and uncovers pathologies not visible to the naked eye. Each type of hair loss has specific characteristics. In a hair check, a scientific instrument quickly and objectively measures the density of a bundle of hair in. three or four specific areas of the scalp. The hair specialist will monitor the hair regrowth process every three months and make adjustments in the treatment if needed.
A comprehensive examination is crucial for the diagnosis and the design of treatment to regrow your hair. Hair loss is reversible with medical treatment. The process takes time and requires patience and commitment. With the help of trichoscopy and hair check, the doctor starts detecting improvement in approximately three months.
Dr. Veber is an experienced physician Board Certified by The American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine. For a complimentary consultation, call Dr. Veber at (201) 981-4811.
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