August: Hair Loss Awareness Month
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Our Medical Dermatology Spotlight for August Highlights Hair Loss Awareness Month. One of the most common disorders that dermatologists diagnose and treat is alopecia - the medical term for hair loss.
With so many potential causes, it can be challenging to figure out why your hair is falling out. If you want to do something about it, though, knowing the cause is important. In many cases, hair loss can be successfully treated, or action taken to prevent further hair loss. The key to getting results is knowing the true cause of your hair loss. Board-certified dermatologists successfully diagnose the cause of hair loss for many people. The sooner you find the cause, the better your outcome. The less hair you lose, the more successful treatment (or prevention) tends to be.
Is it normal to lose some hair? Yes, it’s normal to lose between 50 and 100 hairs a day. That’s because our bodies continually grow new hair and shed old hair. This shedding is not a sign of hair loss. A receding hairline, bald spot, or overall thinning is a sign of hair loss. Hair loss can also show up in some surprising ways.
If you are experience uncommon hair loss, schedule an appointment at Skin Wellness Dermatology. We have many treatment options that may be right for you.
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*American Academy of Dermatology Association