It's best to make an appointment to see a dermatologist. Dermatologists are the experts in diagnosing and treating hair loss. A dermatologist can tell you whether it's FPHR or something else that is causing your hair loss. Other causes of hair loss can look like FPHL, so it's important to rule out these causes.
Injections of corticosteroids: To help your hair regrow, your dermatologist injects this medication into the bald (or thinning) areas. These injections are usually given every 4 to 8 weeks as needed, so you will need to return to your dermatologist's office for treatment.
Pull Test and Tug Test
This simple test measures the severity of hair loss. During a pull test, a dermatologist grasps small sections of hair, about 40 strands, from different parts of the scalp and gently tugs. If six or more strands fall out, you have what's known as active hair loss.
Dermatologist or Trichologist? With so many possible causes of hair loss, it's important to get an accurate diagnosis and this is why a dermatologist is the best option. Dermatologists have medical training, unlike trichologists who are qualified by and registered with the Institute of Trichologists.
Being a certified professional in human hair and scalp, a trichologist cannot perform surgery. A dermatologist's profession is more about the diagnosis and treatment of severe issues such as skin cancer, tumours, seborrhea, and several infectious diseases.
What Does a Trichologist Do? Specialists working in this field help people with issues such as hair loss, hair breakage, oily scalp, and scalp psoriasis. Some trichologists can also treat problems related to conditions like alopecia and trichotillomania, or hair-pulling disorder.
Please note that generally, Medicare does not cover treatment for hair loss (also called alopecia) unless the treatment is medically necessary to treat a disease that has caused the baldness. Hair loss can result from many causes.
CRP Test. The C-reactive protein (CRP) blood test is another way to determine inflammation levels associated with alopecia. CRP is an established marker for autoimmune inflammation. So, you can expect to take this test if you are suspected of having alopecia areata.
The GP should be able to tell you what's causing your hair loss by looking at your hair. Tell them if your hair loss is affecting your wellbeing, and ask what treatments are available.
Family history (heredity). The most common cause of hair loss is a hereditary condition that happens with aging. This condition is called androgenic alopecia, male-pattern baldness and female-pattern baldness.
Estrogen and progesterone levels fall, meaning that the effects of the androgens, male hormones, are increased. During and after menopause, hair might become finer (thinner) because hair follicles shrink. Hair grows more slowly and falls out more easily in these cases.
Alopecia areata is a disease that happens when the immune system attacks hair follicles and causes hair loss. Hair follicles are the structures in skin that form hair. While hair can be lost from any part of the body, alopecia areata usually affects the head and face.
There are a wide range of conditions that can bring on hair loss, with some of the most common being pregnancy, thyroid disorders, and anemia. Others include autoimmune diseases, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and skin conditions such as psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis, Rogers says.
Iron deficiency (ID) is the world's most common nutritional deficiency and is a well-known cause of hair loss.
Laser therapy
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a low-level laser device as a treatment for hereditary hair loss in men and women. A few small studies have shown that it improves hair density.
Minoxidil is available as Rogaine or Theroxidil, or in generic form. It's sold as a liquid or foam and in two strengths: 2% and 5%. Effectiveness: Minoxidil works for about 2 out of 3 men. It's most effective if you're under age 40 and have only recently started to lose your hair.
Microneedling for hair loss cost
Out-of-pocket costs for microneedling can range from an estimated $200 to $700 per session. The bigger the treatment area, the more expensive each session will be. Microneedling generally isn't covered by medical insurance because it's considered a cosmetic treatment.
Currently Trichology is not available through the NHS, but for some conditions referral to a dermatologist is required and this can be done privately or requested via your GP.
A trichologist can help diagnose whatever problems you are experiencing and suggest appropriate treatments to increase the health of your scalp and hair. However, you don't have to be experiencing hair loss, scalp issues or any other condition to seek treatment from a specialist certified trichologist.
A trichologist specialises in identifying hair and scalp conditions that could be the cause of hair loss. They do so in an attempt to stimulate the regrowth of hair while retaining the hair that remains. Trichology is a paramedical specialty.
If you are worried about thinning hair or hair loss, book an appointment with a Trichologist! A Member of The Institute of Trichologists will work with you to fully understand the underlying cause of your condition and provide you with a treatment plan that gets you back to having healthier and thicker hair.
With hair treatments available for men and women, including laser therapy, hair systems, scalp micro pigmentation and alopecia treatments, a trichologist can help determine the exact cause of hair loss, allowing you to choose the best treatment for your needs.
Biotin. Biotin (vitamin B7) is important for cells inside your body. Low levels of it can cause hair loss, skin rashes, and brittle nails.