Learn Your Hair Loss Type
Just like each person is unique, so is each hair loss journey. Understanding the root cause of your hair shedding sheds light on how to effectively treat it. The more you know, the more you can grow.
Male Genetic Hair Loss
Approximately 35 million men in the U.S. are impacted by hair loss, which can start as early as the late teens and progress into the 40s and 50s. (The majority of men’s hair loss occurs between ages 18 and 29.) The number one cause: genetics. In follicles with a genetic predisposition for hair loss, a hormone called DHT shortens the hair cycle’s growth phase, leading to increasingly shorter and thinner strands. Eventually, men can slowly notice receding of the hair line and the temples. The good news is that you don’t need to let your genes define you. We can identify male pattern hair loss through a scalp evaluation, then prevent it from progressing and promote regrowth with effective boosting methods or hair restoration.
Female Genetic Hair Loss
Hair loss doesn’t only impact men. Forty percent of women show visible hair loss by the time they reach 40. As with men, genes are the most common culprit. Female pattern loss typically presents as diffuse thinning over the entire scalp. Women may notice a widening part or a shrinking ponytail, and can lose some hair density on the sides. But women don’t need to stand for thinning strands. We use microscopic photos to discover what type of hair loss you are experiencing. Boosting treatments can lead to thicker, fuller, healthier hair. We also offer tailor-made hair additions for immediate concealing results.
Alopecia Areata (Autoimmune Hair Loss)
Alopecia areata is a recurring condition that manifests as round or oval patches in the scalp, eyebrows, or facial hair. While the exact cause is unknown, it is likely an autoimmune disorder where the body doesn’t recognize hair follicles and goes into defense mode by attacking them. Alopecia areata is often brought on by immune system triggers or anxiety, but the most important thing to stress — it can be effectively treated with boosting techniques, topicals, and medication.
Telogen Effluvium (Shock Shedding)
Physical and emotional shocks can impact hair loss. Telogen effluvium is a type of hair loss caused when a large percentage of hair follicles are unexpectedly shifted into the telogen — or shedding — phase. This usually presents as excessive daily hair shedding from all over the scalp. When it seems like more and more of your hair is in the shower drain, telogen effluvium could be to blame. The most common causes include hormonal shifts, dietary deficiencies, postpartum, illness, and major life stressors. Once we uncover the underlying cause, we can counteract the effects.
Cancer-Related Hair Loss
Ninety percent of women cite hair loss as the worst side effect of cancer treatment. As chemotherapy combats cancer cells, it also damages hair follicle cells. Regrowth post-chemo can be slow and inconsistent. NHLMA is the first practice in the country to treat cancer-related hair loss. We offer innovative treatments to help stimulate blood flow and increase cellular energy and nutrients to follicles post-chemo. Battling cancer is hard enough; we’ll help you defeat the hair loss that comes with it.
“I booked a complimentary consultation with NHLMA and followed their advice on how to treat my badly thinning crown area. In less than 3 months my hair had filled in to the point that I don’t worry any more that I was going to have to live with a bald spot in my crown area or feel self conscious about it.”
— MICHELLE T., NHLMA PATIENT
The first step in reclaiming your confidence is booking a complimentary consultation with one of our experts. We’ll meet with you to learn about your unique goals, discuss potential treatments, and design a program just for you.