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Hair Loss
Hair Loss Treatment In Sacramento
At Beauty By Barr MD, we understand the profound impact hair loss can have on both your appearance and your self-esteem. That’s why we offer a comprehensive suite of hair loss treatments. Under the expert guidance of Dr. Barr, our clinic employs the latest advances in medical and cosmetic dermatology to provide effective solutions for hair restoration. Each treatment plan is customized to meet the unique needs of our clients, ensuring a thoughtful and targeted approach to hair regrowth and scalp health.
What Causes Hair Loss?
- Genetic Factors: The most common cause of hair loss is a hereditary condition called androgenetic alopecia, also known as male-pattern baldness or female-pattern baldness.
- Hormonal Changes: Various hormonal changes due to pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, or thyroid problems can cause temporary or permanent hair loss.
- Medical Conditions: Certain medical conditions can lead to hair loss. Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease that attacks hair follicles, leading to patchy hair loss.
- Stress: Significant physical or emotional stress can trigger a temporary condition known as telogen effluvium, where hair follicles enter a resting phase, resulting in increased hair shedding.
- Hairstyles and Treatments: Excessive hairstyling and hot oil hair treatments can cause inflammation of hair follicles that leads to hair loss.
- Aging: It’s common for hair to thin somewhat as you age, although not everyone experiences significant hair loss.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Hair Loss Treatment?
- For Those with Recent or Active Hair Loss: Early intervention is key. Treatments tend to be more effective when started at the first signs of hair thinning or loss.
- Patients with Alopecia Areata: This autoimmune disorder causes patchy hair loss. Various treatments can be effective, especially when initiated early.
- People with Hair Loss Due to Lifestyle Factors: If hair loss results from stress, nutritional deficiencies, or certain hairstyles, addressing these issues can often reverse the hair loss.
- Individuals in Good General Health: Underlying health conditions can affect hair growth and the effectiveness of hair loss treatments.
- People Not Responding to Over-the-Counter Treatments: If someone has tried OTC treatments like minoxidil (Rogaine) without success, they might be a candidate for more advanced treatments.
- Patients Without Scalp Infections or Skin Disorders: Healthy scalp skin is important for the effectiveness of many hair loss treatments.