Medically reviewed by Daniel Gutierrez, PA-C Alopecia areata typically isn’t physically painful, but the emotional effects of this autoimmune disease can be devastating. The main symptom, patchy or complete hair loss, often makes people embarrassed and self-conscious, and it can be challenging to treat. Now there’s a new drug for alopecia areata from Pfizer, approved
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Eyebrow Thinning: Why It Happens and What You Can Do
Medically Reviewed By: Ted Schiff, MD Are thinning eyebrows making you regret all the plucking you did in your younger years? If your eyebrows are pulling a disappearing act, you’re not alone — eyebrow hair loss is common after a certain age. Here’s what to know about why eyebrow thinning happens, and when it might
[Read More]PRP for Hair Loss: Does It Work?
Medical Review By: Emmanuel Loucas, MD If you’re losing your hair, you may think your choices are Rogaine, a hair transplant or lifelong embarrassment. But there’s another option, called platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, which can help trigger new hair growth. PRP therapy has been used since the 1970s to help athletes heal from injuries,
[Read More]Telogen Effluvium: Stress-Related Hair Loss Is Real
Suddenly, out of the blue, your hair starts falling out, maybe by the fistful. It could be telogen effluvium — temporary hair loss often caused by prolonged, intense stress, an infection or physical trauma, such as from a car accident or surgery. “It occurs after a person has undergone a stressful life event that shocks the
[Read More]Learn the Facts About Hair Loss
As people age, hair loss becomes a bigger and bigger concern for both men and women. Hair grows essentially everywhere on the human skin with the exclusion of the palms of hands and the soles of feet. It’s made up of a protein called keratin. When follicles make new hair cells, old ones are push
[Read More]Getting A “Head” Start in Hair Care
It’s time to give your head and hair care regimen some TLC. With the help of these tips your hair and scalp can be healthy and strong. Know your scalp— Your scalp makes a big difference in your washing habits. If you have an oily scalp, your hair needs to be washed more often, sometimes
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