Scalp Hair Problems
There are many types of hair problems. This can range from Hair loss such as
1. Male Pattern Hair loss
2. Female Pattern Hair loss
3. Alopecia areata
4. Telogen Effifulvium
5. Inflammation conditions of the scalp and beard
6. Scarring hair conditions
There are many more rare hair disorders of the scalp so again it is best to see a dermatology specialist for this.
The picture below shows alopecia areata of the scalp and beard area. Please click on the link below for further information.
Dermatology consultation
Each client with hair or scalp problems are encouraged to book for a formal dermatological assessment.
It is vital that we establish a diagnosis. Sometimes a scalp biopsy has to be performed and we can do this at the appointment under general anaesthetic and send it to The Doctor Laboratory for histology.
Prescription medicines
This can come in the forms of tablets, lotions, foams. Treatment depends on the cause of your hair/scalp problem.
PRP
There is emerging evidence that growth factors harvested from spinning of your own blood and then being injected in a concentrated capacity can help the hair follicles and scalp.
Mesotherapy
We use different solutions for the face and scalp to encourage and rejuvenate these areas and stimulate hair growth.
Hair transplantation
For severe cases we may direct you to reputable hair transplant surgeons or sometimes people prefer to go down the route of getting real or synthetic hair pieces which can be very high quality these days.
Each scalp disorder should be assessed by .
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Scalp Hair Problems Faq
Hair and Scalp disorders should be managed by a dermatologist. We take a detailed history to illicit triggers, causes and examine the scalp, if necessary take a sample for scalp biopsy and then arrange additional supportive investigations such as bloods tests, hair tests and dermoscopy.
This depends on the diagnosis. Some are treatable and some are non treatable where the hair follicle has been completely destroyed in which case hair transplant and hair pieces are really the only correct treatment options.
Unfortunately we see a huge proportion of clients who have been misdiagnosed or delayed coming to a dermatologist where in fact earlier presentations and the use of medicines would have stopped their progressive hair / scalp disorder.
The hair cycle is long and the hair follicle and scalp health to return in takes longer than skin, usually 2-3 months. If there is eczema or infection of the scalp this responds more quickly to treatment and results are seen within a few weeks.
