Trichology
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Trichology
The word Trichology is derived from the Greek work trikhos, meaning hair (singular). In the general and broadest sense, Trichology is the science of the structure, function and diseases of the human hair. In a clinical sense, Trichology is the diagnosis and treatment of disorders and diseases of the scalp and hair. Trichology is neither an alternative medicine nor a complementary therapy, since the diagnostic approach and treatments employed are no different from those used in orthodox medicine. Trichologists are not medically qualified, but receive training of a clinical and medical nature specific to the hair and scalp. These are the some of the reasons you would need a Trichologist.
- Hair loss
- Sudden or long-term shedding
- Autoimmune or scarring hair loss conditions
- Certain skin conditions
- Infections of the skin or hair, such as fungal or bacterial which would need to be referred to a GP
- Hair loss due to malnutrition, including iron deficiency
- Hair loss problems related to serious injury, childbirth, fever, drugs etc
- Endocrine disorders such as under secretion of the thyroid, raised androgen levels, and polycystic ovary syndrome
Problems Of The Scalp
Problems of the scalp range from dandruff to more inflammatory conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis and psoriasis.
Androgenetic Hair Loss
Androgenetic hair loss is a common form of hair loss in both men and women. In men, this condition is also known as male-pattern hair loss, and in women is known as female-pattern hair loss.
Telogen Effluvium
By far the most common type of excess hair shedding in women is acute telogen effluvium but when prolonged it is termed chronic telogen effluvium.
Alopecia Areata
Often the most drastic type of hair loss, alopecia areata presents a number of circular completely bald patches. These can sometimes merge with other patches The hair follicles are clearly visible and the earliest patch will often be re-growing fine, often white hairs from the centre of the patch.
Scarring Alopecia
Scarring alopecia often presents itself as an irregular area of shiny bald skin, which can be a darker or lighter colour than that surrounding it. No hair follicles are present and the skin can be atrophied, or even raised and thickened (Keloid). A scar is formed when a wound heals itself after deep tissue damage. The structure of scar tissue differs from normal skin and does not support normal hair growth. There are three main causes of scarring: chemical, infection and autoimmune.
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