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Hair Loss Specialist
There’s no question that losing your hair is distressing, but you don’t have to resign yourself to baldness. If you’re stressed or bothered by hair loss, Thrive Men’s Clinic in Tarzana, California, and the greater San Fernando Valley, might have a treatment that suits you, including medication and restoration. The practice’s men’s health specialist, Dr. Hooman Jeff Nazar, is happy to consult with you on hair loss remedies. Schedule an appointment online or over the phone.
Hair Loss Q & A
When is hair loss a concern?
The average person loses 50-100 hairs a day as part of the usual cycle of hair growth. You might notice some hair in the shower drain or on your pillowcase, but it doesn’t have any visible effect on your appearance. But if you start to notice bald spots, or if your hair seems to be thinning or receding, you could be experiencing alopecia, the medical term for hair loss.
Hair loss can take different forms. It can happen suddenly or gradually, affect your scalp or your entire body, and can result from medical conditions, including diabetes, thyroid problems, anxiety, depression, vitamin deficiency and as a side effect of medications such as chemotherapy. The most common type of hair loss is male-pattern baldness, which does not reflect an underlying medical condition.
What is male-pattern baldness?
If you’re interested in learning about hair loss treatment at Thrive Men’s Clinic, there’s a good chance what you’re experiencing is male-pattern baldness. Male-pattern baldness is usually inherited genetically, and men commonly experience it as they get older, especially in middle age. However, it can begin at a younger age.
Male-pattern baldness usually starts at your temples or the crown of your head. You might notice your hairline receding to resemble an M shape or see a circular bald spot.
What treatments are available for male-pattern baldness?
There’s no right or wrong way to deal with male-pattern baldness, and some men choose to let hair loss run its course. You don’t have to get treatment since there’s nothing medically urgent about the condition, but you might find the change in your appearance or the experience of losing your hair troubling. If that’s the case, you might consider learning more about hair loss remedies at Thrive Men’s Clinic.
If you wish to approach your male-pattern baldness medically, Dr. Nazar can prescribe medications to slow hair loss or stimulate hair growth. Some currently experimental treatments, such as platelet-rich plasma therapy, could stimulate hair growth and slow hair loss as well while being less risky than hair transplants.
Some men choose to adapt to hair loss through less medical means. You might simply wish to adapt your hairstyle to cover up your hair loss or to wear a hairpiece, which can look very natural and blend in with your hair. If you find losing your hair has affected your self-esteem or mood, you could benefit from counseling.
To learn more about hair loss and what you can do to remedy it, schedule an appointment at Thrive Men’s Clinic online or over the phone.
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- 18740 Ventura Blvd. Suite 101 Tarzana, CA 91356
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