3 key facts about tailored, professional treatments for hair loss

Dermatologists do more than beautify the skin. Specialists like Dr. Sang Kim also have the training and technologies to effectively treat conditions and damage to the hair and nails. Alopecia is the most common hair-related condition. At Beyond Skin Dermatology, such hair loss does not have to hold you back from being your most confident self. Our team in Aurora, Colorado, has the expertise and capabilities to stimulate hair regrowth and help you reclaim your most positive self-image. 

Here are three key things to know about hair loss and treatment options:

1 – Not all hair loss is the same

Hair loss takes on many different forms. Androgenetic alopecia refers to hereditary male-pattern and female-pattern baldness. Men may have a receding hairline and a bald spot at the crown, whereas women tend to develop wide parts or thin hair across the head. Alopecia areata occurs when the immune system of an otherwise healthy person attacks the follicles that contain the roots of the hair. This causes hair to fall out in patches on the scalp and other parts of the body. Traction alopecia is associated with harsh hairstyles and styling products, which cause trauma to the follicles. Telogen effluvium is associated with stressful life events and illness and can cause approximately 90% of hairs in the active growing and resting phases to shift into the shedding phase. Lastly, hair loss may be caused by infections, underlying autoimmune conditions, and medications and therapies used to treat diseases such as cancer. 

2 – It is essential to get to the root cause of hair loss

Effective treatment starts by understanding the nature and factors that lead to excessive shedding and thinning. With an accurate diagnosis in hand, Dr. Kim recommends treatments that effectively target and address the underlying cause. By performing a thorough clinical exam and consulting with you about potential factors such as hair care and nutrition, Dr. Kim gathers clues that provide insight into your hair loss. These clues later guide treatment. As needed, he may also order: 

• Blood tests
• A pull test to identify the stage and extent of shedding 
• Biopsy to rule out conditions like autoimmune or scarring hair loss
• Microscopy to detect potential disorders affecting the hair shaft

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3 – Treatment is tailored to you

Some causes of thinning hair and bald patches can resolve on their own without treatment. The effects of traction alopecia may require modifications to how you style and care for your hair, and to avoid permanent damage or scarring of the follicles. Conditions such as alopecia areata and androgenetic alopecia typically require professional treatment to promote regrowth. These treatments may include topical medications applied directly to the scalp. Systemic medications may be taken as pills or tablets or as injections. These medications include corticosteroids, which are designed to support hair re-growth by suppressing the immune response and reducing inflammation around the follicles. Light therapy is another way to increase circulation, reduce inflammation, and stimulate hair follicles in patients with pattern baldness.

Just as there are many potential causes of hair loss, there are many potential ways to restore the thickness and density of your strands. So, there is hope for your thinning hair at Beyond Skin Dermatology! Call (720) 213-4679 to schedule your consultation at our Aurora, CO, office today.

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