When hair loss or severe hair thinning occurs, it can be called balding, hair loss, or alopecia. The term Androgenic Alopecia is an inherited condition that relates directly to hormonal hair loss. It is extremely prevalent within the general Continue Reading
Hair
You may be surprised to discover that dermatologists are hair experts. The hair is actually a component of skin and therefore a natural item for a dermatologist to handle. Hair Anatomy The base of each hair follicle is found below the skin, in the Continue Reading
Head Lice
Even thinking about head lice can cause you to scratch and itch! Head lice are very common in school-aged children and are a nightmare for parents. Pediculus humanus is a highly contagious mite that is responsible for causing head lice. The louse can Continue Reading
Dandruff
About dandruff Dandruff affects 1 out of every 2 people at some point in their life. It presents as an itchy scalp, associated with white flakes on the scalp and in the hair. Risk factors Dandruff can affect anyone. However, it is more common at Continue Reading
Alopecia
People can spend a disproportionate amount of their personal grooming time and money on their hair. A high premium is placed on a full head of hair and balding or sudden loss of hair is often very distressing. ‘Alopecia’ is an umbrella term for Continue Reading