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National Hair Loss specializes in helping men and women recover their hair—and sense of self—in the weeks and months that follow cancer treatments like radiation and chemotherapy. Founded by Carly Klein, the organization pairs patients with leading hair restoration surgeons,...
Minimizing Your Fall Hair Shedding
A while ago, we talked about how your hair goes through seasonal changes. We talked about how new growth from hair follicles in the spring is often followed by significant hair shedding in the fall. Not everyone notices this, but...
One perennial question we get is how will menopause affect my hair? The short answer is, it’s complicated, but hair loss is not certain to happen. 1. Normal Aging Process We all are born, we age, and then we die....
Capillus Physician Spotlight: Dr. William Yates
Dr. Yates has been practicing hair restoration procedures for the past 10 years. As a board certified physician, Dr. Yates tailors his treatment recommendations to cater toward each patient’s needs on an individualized level. With over a thousand procedures on...
Is Hair Loss Genetic? Understanding Your Hair Anatomy
From the color of our hair to the way we taste certain foods, we inherit a whole lot from our parents. Because of this, it probably comes as no surprise to you to learn that we’re born with a hereditary...
It is a disease most women are too ashamed to talk about. Those living with it will go to great lengths to hide it from friends, coworkers, even family members. What kind of disease could cause such grief? Androgenetic alopecia,...
Hormones and Female Pattern Hair Loss (FPHL)
Hormones are special types of molecules in the body that have the role of signaling other molecules. There are tons of different hormones that influence most body functions including metabolism, fertility, mood, sleep, and growth to name but a few....
Hair and Hair Loss Treatment: Why Do You Lose Your Hair and What Can You Do About It?
You lose your hair for many reasons, and not all of them are well understood. Genetics play a significant role in when you start to lose your hair and the pattern of baldness. Hormones play a role, and specifically the...
3 Reasons Teenagers Experience Hair Loss
Hair loss in your 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond is highly common. Many adults expect some thinning and shedding to occur with age, although individual cases largely depend on genetics, hormones, and lifestyle. However, some people experience hair loss much...