Shedding severely since January, upto the point where I can see my scalp now, my hair is see through
Answer: Hair Transplant Dr John E Frank, MD and Scalp BIopsy Telogen Effluvium simply refers to the synchronous loss of hair in the hair cell cycle. Therefore, a scalp biopsy is probably not going to make the call.
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Answer: Hair Transplant Dr John E Frank, MD and Scalp BIopsy Telogen Effluvium simply refers to the synchronous loss of hair in the hair cell cycle. Therefore, a scalp biopsy is probably not going to make the call.
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June 22, 2018
Answer: Scalp biopsy interpretation; Englewood Cliffs New Jersey If a scalp biopsy is performed properly and sent to an experienced dermatopathologist (who regularly interprets scalp biopsies) the etiology of the alopecia can be determined. Here are some important factors. Multiple biopsies should be obtained. At least two and possibly three locations. The biopsy has to be deep enough to include the hair follicles. It must be sent with instructions for horizontal sectioning, if one is trying to determine the etiology of a non scarring Alopecia. This is different than the normal processing for a skin biopsy. One needs to at least ask for telogen and anagen ratios as well as terminal and vellus hair ratios. Additional information can be provided by the dermatopathologist. Find a hair loss expert who can interpret the biopsy results and review your treatment.
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June 22, 2018
Answer: Scalp biopsy interpretation; Englewood Cliffs New Jersey If a scalp biopsy is performed properly and sent to an experienced dermatopathologist (who regularly interprets scalp biopsies) the etiology of the alopecia can be determined. Here are some important factors. Multiple biopsies should be obtained. At least two and possibly three locations. The biopsy has to be deep enough to include the hair follicles. It must be sent with instructions for horizontal sectioning, if one is trying to determine the etiology of a non scarring Alopecia. This is different than the normal processing for a skin biopsy. One needs to at least ask for telogen and anagen ratios as well as terminal and vellus hair ratios. Additional information can be provided by the dermatopathologist. Find a hair loss expert who can interpret the biopsy results and review your treatment.
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June 22, 2018
Answer: Understanding Hair loss and hair loss treatment options: hair transplant, prp and progesterone Yes, You'll need a full evaluation for a diagnosis, which will help determine best treatment options. There are great non-invasive options like prp/progesterone and/or hair transplantation. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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June 22, 2018
Answer: Understanding Hair loss and hair loss treatment options: hair transplant, prp and progesterone Yes, You'll need a full evaluation for a diagnosis, which will help determine best treatment options. There are great non-invasive options like prp/progesterone and/or hair transplantation. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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June 23, 2018
Answer: Scalp biopsy It does not replace a good physical examination, but if a doctor is uncertain about the cause of your hair loss he/she may obtain a biopsy for more insight to the root of the problem.
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June 23, 2018
Answer: Scalp biopsy It does not replace a good physical examination, but if a doctor is uncertain about the cause of your hair loss he/she may obtain a biopsy for more insight to the root of the problem.
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April 5, 2019
Answer: Scalp biopsy for genetic or telogen effluvium genetic alopecia is the most common reason of hair loss in women and men and it is more common than it is thought to be. 25% of the women at the ages of 35-40, 50% of the women and men at the ages above 40 suffer from hair loss. Other reasons of hair loss are: Hypo- and hyper-tiroidism (hair loss may be one of the early signs of thyroid dysfunction, and hair loss stops after treatment); polycystic ovarian syndrome (an inherited ovarian disease, seen in 10% of the women during adulthood); pregnancy-related hormonal changes (temporary hair loss which can be seen during pregnancy stops after birth)..
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April 5, 2019
Answer: Scalp biopsy for genetic or telogen effluvium genetic alopecia is the most common reason of hair loss in women and men and it is more common than it is thought to be. 25% of the women at the ages of 35-40, 50% of the women and men at the ages above 40 suffer from hair loss. Other reasons of hair loss are: Hypo- and hyper-tiroidism (hair loss may be one of the early signs of thyroid dysfunction, and hair loss stops after treatment); polycystic ovarian syndrome (an inherited ovarian disease, seen in 10% of the women during adulthood); pregnancy-related hormonal changes (temporary hair loss which can be seen during pregnancy stops after birth)..
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