At Mane Image, we provide a wide scope of solutions for hair loss - both surgical and non-surgical. We are proud of our results and our ability to provide the best in customer service.
In conjunction with client service we are big advocates of providing high quality education to customers old and new. Today's post is for all our friends who think they may be experiencing hair loss, but don't believe it's serious enough to pursue treatment. Well, in truth, it's never too early to prevent and reverse hair loss. That being said, read on for more information about early detection and when to take action.
Am I Experiencing Hair Loss?
As with most other health concerns, early detection is often the key to prevention when it comes to hair loss. Though hair loss is by no means life-threatening, it can be an indicator of general health and point to underlying conditions. In this way, early detection takes on several levels of importance - helping you restore your hairline with greater ease and success, and protecting your body from other health problems. Of course, hair loss can also be genetic, but that does not diminish the potential for early detection to reverse the effects.
If you think you are experiencing hair loss, consider the following indicators:
- Has your hair's texture changed?
- Are you noticing patches of thinning hair?
- Is your hairline receding?
- Are you shedding excessively? (Note: normal shedding is a loss of 50 to 100 hairs per day.)
- Has the overall volume and/or luster of your hair decreased?
These are all common marks of hair loss that can be observed well before noticeable baldness occurs. Self-examination is a great way to watch for these signs and take your hair's health into your own hands.
Seeking Consultation and Diagnosis
Though self-examination is an effective way to monitor your scalp and assess the possibility of hair loss, it is also recommended that you seek professional diagnosis to determine the cause. There is a wide variety of risk factors that could lead to hair loss, but establishing which is affecting you may require a doctor's visit. Below are some of the most common risk factors associated with hair loss:
- Family history
- Stressful environment
- Poor diet
- Certain medical conditions such as autoimmune deficiency, diabetes, and lupus
- Smoking
- Age
Some of these are easily self-diagnosed, but others may require a blood test or biopsy for proper detection. In any case, seeking the help of a medical professional will almost certainly give you the upper hand in catching and treating hair loss.
Treatment Options
Luckily, most hair loss is reversible with the right treatment. Furthermore, early detection can significantly increase the chances of avoiding full-blown alopecia. Both surgical and non-surgical hair treatments have been used with great success and have become readily available and accessible to all. These treatments can easily be tailored to meet your hair loss needs.
Everyone experiences hair loss differently, and as a result, some treatments may prove more effective than others based on the underlying factors that caused the change in the first place. In making your treatment decisions, be sure to consult with professionals that provide several options rather than a "one size fits all" miracle treatment. Your treatment should be chosen based on your unique symptoms and not based on availability.
Remember, hair loss is treatable at any stage, and we are here to help. If you would like more information on how to prevent or reverse hair loss, please contact us. Our friendly, caring staff is ready to help you feel great about your hair and - more importantly - yourself.
