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What is Trichology?

Trichology is the study of hair and scalp conditions. It focuses on the factors that affect the health of your scalp and hair, such as diet, diseases, medications, genetics, and many more. Trichologists get to the root cause of your hair or scalp problem, so they can make appropriate treatment recommendations.

What affects hair loss

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Female pattern hair loss

Female pattern hair loss is one of the most common types of hair loss in women. It affects the front, top, and crown regions of the scalp. It is often genetic and due to androgens (hormones), which affect the hair follicles over time, leading to progressive hair thinning! Although there is not yet a cure for female pattern hair loss, there are many treatments that can help! Hair loss includes thinning in the front and crown areas of the scalp. There are various types of patterned hair loss in females, including hormonal changes and puberty. Regardless of the type of hair loss pattern, we diagnose the problem and help with its treatment.

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Male pattern hair loss (AGA)

Male pattern hair loss is androgenetic alopecia in males. It manifests as a recession of the frontal and temporal hairline, as well as the development of a progressive bald patch in the crown area of the scalp in some men: speak with our experts today to learn more about this condition and how we can help you.

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Chronic telogen effluvium

Chronic telogen effluvium is a type of hair loss that manifests through persistent excess shedding (for more than 6 months). It has many different causes. Book a consultation to find out what could be causing your excess shedding and how we can help you regain and retain your beautiful strands. book an appointment with us for help with the issue.

FAQs

Frequently asked question

01

How does a trichologist help with thinning hair?

A. A trichologist will run a thorough scalp and hair examination prior to making any recommendations for hair loss treatment. The examination will include manual and trichoscopic tests so they can determine which type of hair loss or scalp condition you have (diagnostic) and, most importantly, work out what the causes of your concerns are so they can be addressed.

02

Is there a Trichology technique or treatment that can regrow hair? 

A. Before recommending or performing any scalp or hair treatments, the trichologist will first identify the problem and its causes. The trichologist will then design a bespoke treatment plan to target both the causes and symptoms of your condition(s).

03

Does vitamin deficiency cause hair loss?

 A. Some vitamin or mineral deficiencies can lead to hair loss. Some of the common ones include but are not limited to vitamin D, folate, vitamin B12, iron and zinc deficiencies.

04

What diseases could cause hair loss?

A. There are a number of diseases and events that can cause temporary or permanent hair loss. Some of the most common ones include thyroid dysfunction, anaemia, autoimmune conditions, post-partum (after giving birth), trauma, surgeries, chronic inflammatory scalp conditions such as psoriasis and seborrhoeic dermatitis. Sometimes, it’s not the illness that causes hair loss, but the medications used to treat the illness.

05

Can trichologist diagnose accurately?

A.  Yes, through a very thorough scalp and hair examination, and an assessment of your medical and family history. Once a diagnosis is reached, the trichologist will recommend treatments that are most appropriate for your condition(s)

06

Why should I visit a qualified trichologist?

A. There are many misconceptions and myths associated with hair loss. Visiting a well-qualified trichologist will help dispel some of these myths, and obtain a more reliable diagnosis and appropriate recommendations to help alleviate your problems.

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