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FDA CLEARS THE HAIRMAX LASERCOMB FOR THE PROMOTION OF HAIR GROWTH

31.01.2008 in Uncategorized

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BOCA RATON, FL, February 2007 – Lexington International LLC is proud to announce the landmark achievement of US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for their medical laser device, the HairMax LaserComb®. Through years of extensive research and clinical studies in the science of hair growth, Lexington has developed an affordable and convenient, hand-held laser device, now clinically proven to promote hair growth in males with androgenetic alopecia (Norwood IIA to V with Fitzpatrick skin types I to IV).

To view FDA’s public record of this clearance visit www.fda.gov/cdrh/pdf6/K060305.pdf.

This FDA clearance of the HairMax LaserComb offers an exciting new modality for the promotion of hair growth in males.  Until now, the FDA has only approved two other products as solutions to combat hair loss, a condition that affects approximately 55 million men in the U.S.  But the HairMax LaserComb stands out as the only proven drug-free alternative.  This gives many hair loss sufferers, previously unable or unwilling to turn to drug-based solutions, newfound hope in their battle. Fortunately, treatments using the HairMax LaserComb are easy to administer, only 10 to 15 minutes three times per week, and the laser device is convenient to use in the comfort and privacy of your own home.

For the FDA submission, Lexington conducted an extensive clinical study in four different locations across the United States. The study concluded that 93% of the participants (ages 30-60) using the HairMax LaserComb had an increase in the number of terminal (thick) hairs. The average number of terminal hairs per square centimeter increased by 19 hairs/cm² over a six-month period. During the study, there were no reports of serious adverse events. The number and types of adverse events were similar in both the active and placebo groups.

Lexington’s clinical study investigating the efficacy of the HairMax LaserComb in females is concluding and they will be submitting the data to the FDA shortly.

David Michaels, Managing Director, shares his thoughts on this momentous announcement, “We are very excited that we have reached a major milestone in hair care and science.  Laser hair therapy is the talk of the hair restoration industry today.  And not only were the results of this study extremely significant, but with the credibility of the FDA clearance, we are soundly positioned to make a substantial impact in the emerging hair restoration industry.”

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Dr. Matt Leavitt, Chief Medical Advisor to Lexington, expresses his enthusiasm on news of the FDA clearance, “The HairMax LaserComb is a method of treatment that can be of great help to men of all ages suffering from hair loss. I am impressed with the protocol and results from the clinical trials that Lexington has conducted. With the FDA clearing the HairMax LaserComb as a medical device, it offers an attractive option for hair growth for medical practitioners. We can now deliver a new modality to our patients and achieve strong user satisfaction.”

Randy Veliky, Lexington COO, concludes, “The HairMax LaserComb will revolutionize the hair growth industry, but we are not stopping there. Lexington is dedicated to continuing research into laser technology. We will be expanding our offering of laser hair growth solutions to include freestanding clinical units, affordable laser panel arrays for the home market and broadening the features of our current products.”

For over 20 years, the directors of Lexington have been at the forefront of laser hair growth research. Born from this passion for innovation, The HairMax LaserComb uses a patented technology to part the hair allowing the focused laser energy to reach the scalp. The laser is most effective when it has an unobstructed path directly to the hair follicle. Through extensive research, Lexington has determined the optimal wavelength and energy level needed to deliver maximum results. Lexington’s continued dedication to consistent innovation ensures that users are always receiving the latest in laser hair technology.

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Hair Loss Is Depressing For Men, For Women It Can Be a Disaster.

29.01.2008 in FEMALE HAIR LOSS

In a survey of women who had suffered from noticeable hair loss, half said they had seriously considered suicide and the other half said it had badly affected their marriages. It’s obviously a condition that deserves to be taken seriously by the medical profession, yet until recently there has been a marked disinterest.

‘A lot of people get the feeling that doctors aren’t interested if you go to see them about hair loss,’

‘It’s not life-threatening, it’s not even painful. But it can ruin people’s lives.’

Hair naturally changes in thickness and quality at different times of life. After childbirth, for example, many women find they’re temporarily ‘moulting’ as their hormones change. After the menopause, too, reduced hormone levels usually leave hair a little thinner. But if your hair starts falling out, don’t just accept it.

‘It’s a medical problem, not a cosmetic problem,’

‘It should always be investigated to determine whether there’s a background condition that needs treating.’

Hair loss can take one of several different forms. With alopecia areata, hair starts falling out in patches. This may continue till there’s none left on the body – though a third of sufferers just develop a one-off bald patch, after which the hair grows back and never causes any further problems. Alopecia areata (thought to be an auto-immune condition, in which the body attacks itself) can be triggered by thyroid conditions, anaemia, vaccinations or stress. A tendency to this kind of hair loss sometimes runs in families, along with asthma and eczema.

Male-pattern baldness, or alopecia androgenetica, can affect women too. The hair becomes thin or leaves a bald patch on top of the head. This can be a sign of hormone problems, either caused by a medical condition such as polycystic ovary syndrome or as a reaction to the progestogens in some contraceptive or HRT pills.

Some people lose their hair in the aftermath of a severe shock such as a serious accident or bereavement – a condition called telogen effluvium, in which trauma disrupts the hair’s natural growth cycle so that it all falls out at once. This can also be triggered by unhealthy eating.

‘The commonest cause in women is a nutritional deficiency.’ Avoid yo-yo dieting and crank diets. If you’re not eating animal products, make sure you have enough protein, zinc and iron from other sources, and take vitamin B supplements.

Things have moved on since a GP said not to worry since there were some very nice hats in the shops. Hair loss causes as significant an impact on quality of life as severe illness such as psoriasis.

Treatments for Hair LossA lotion called minoxidil has been shown to help alopecia areata when used with the steroid drug prednisolone. Though steroids can have serious side effects, including raised blood pressure and bone-thinning when taken for long periods.

Another course of action is to try to irritate the scalp into producing hair again – amazingly enough, this often works. We use a chemical called diphenylcyclopropenone (Diphencyprone) or leaves from the plant primula obconica.

Minoxidil has been shown to help alopecia androgenetica, with a success rate of two thirds reported for the 5% prescription formula and about one third for the 2% over the counter version. Drugs such as the contraceptive pill Dianette can be used to bring the hormones back into balance.

A new drug called finasteride (Propecia) is available on prescription for men, though it has not yet been tested enough to rule out possible harmful effects on women, and it is suspected of causing damage to babies in the womb.

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Baldness – One of men's greatest fears?

29.01.2008 in MALE HAIR LOSS

One in five men in the UK are more frightened of going bald than losing their health, turning senile, losing their sexual virility, or gaining wrinkles, a new survey has revealed.

The survey, conducted on behalf of The Alopecia Clinic, asked men aged between 20 and 35 about their fears as they grew older, and found that more than 80 per cent said losing their hair was a major concern. One in five said that it was their greatest fear about the ageing process.

The research is supported by a recent medical study into the negative psychological effects of hair loss which found that it can cause low self-esteem and depression.

The common misconception that hair loss is an incurable and hereditary condition was cited among many of those surveyed as a key factor in their concerns.

The most common type of hair loss, alopecia androgenetica or ‘male pattern baldness’, is a genetic condition which develops gradually and increases with age and affects approximately two-thirds of all men.

Despite the number of men affected by the condition, fewer than one per cent of sufferers actually seek help, as most are unaware of the treatments available or are concerned about the stigma attached to having treatment.

Andy McCarthy of The Alopecia Clinic, commented: “Baldness is traditionally been something that hasn’t been taken seriously, even by doctors, however it can have a real impact on self esteem.

“Hair loss, or alopecia, is very unpredictable which means that it can be an extremely distressing condition that leaves people feeling completely helpless.”

A recent study by the University of Nottingham acknowledged that alopecia can cause anxiety and depression, low self esteem, poor quality of life, and poor body image. Another study found that some alopecia sufferers experienced such an ongoing feeling of loss that, for some individuals, coping with the condition could be equated with grieving after bereavement.

Andy added: “Because hair loss is so common amongst men, most people think it is something they just have to accept, but there have been a number of recent technological advancements in ways of treating it.”

Some of the new methods of treating the condition include hair replacement systems, laser regrowth and hair volumiser which are undetectable, permanent and non surgical.

Hair loss can also be the result of other health issues, such as stress or hormonal problems, or nutritional, medical, mineral and vitamin imbalances, which if correctly diagnosed can often be treated.

Andy continued: “We hope that the results of the study highlight that it is a very real issue for most men. However technological advancements mean that baldness no longer needs to be something that men have to accept as part of the ageing process.”

For more information about treating hair loss, visit Alopeciaclinic.com.

Link: http://www.easier.com/view/Lifestyle/Beauty/Hair_Care/article-158514.html

Why not call 0207 976 6868 and speak to one of our trichologist who will be happy to help and advise you.

Here are our results:

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Baldness – One of men’s greatest fears?

29.01.2008 in MALE HAIR LOSS

One in five men in the UK are more frightened of going bald than losing their health, turning senile, losing their sexual virility, or gaining wrinkles, a new survey has revealed.

The survey, conducted on behalf of The Alopecia Clinic, asked men aged between 20 and 35 about their fears as they grew older, and found that more than 80 per cent said losing their hair was a major concern. One in five said that it was their greatest fear about the ageing process.

The research is supported by a recent medical study into the negative psychological effects of hair loss which found that it can cause low self-esteem and depression.

The common misconception that hair loss is an incurable and hereditary condition was cited among many of those surveyed as a key factor in their concerns.

The most common type of hair loss, alopecia androgenetica or ‘male pattern baldness’, is a genetic condition which develops gradually and increases with age and affects approximately two-thirds of all men.

Despite the number of men affected by the condition, fewer than one per cent of sufferers actually seek help, as most are unaware of the treatments available or are concerned about the stigma attached to having treatment.

Andy McCarthy of The Alopecia Clinic, commented: “Baldness is traditionally been something that hasn’t been taken seriously, even by doctors, however it can have a real impact on self esteem.

“Hair loss, or alopecia, is very unpredictable which means that it can be an extremely distressing condition that leaves people feeling completely helpless.”

A recent study by the University of Nottingham acknowledged that alopecia can cause anxiety and depression, low self esteem, poor quality of life, and poor body image. Another study found that some alopecia sufferers experienced such an ongoing feeling of loss that, for some individuals, coping with the condition could be equated with grieving after bereavement.

Andy added: “Because hair loss is so common amongst men, most people think it is something they just have to accept, but there have been a number of recent technological advancements in ways of treating it.”

Some of the new methods of treating the condition include hair replacement systems, laser regrowth and hair volumiser which are undetectable, permanent and non surgical.

Hair loss can also be the result of other health issues, such as stress or hormonal problems, or nutritional, medical, mineral and vitamin imbalances, which if correctly diagnosed can often be treated.

Andy continued: “We hope that the results of the study highlight that it is a very real issue for most men. However technological advancements mean that baldness no longer needs to be something that men have to accept as part of the ageing process.”

For more information about treating hair loss, visit Alopeciaclinic.com.

Link: http://www.easier.com/view/Lifestyle/Beauty/Hair_Care/article-158514.html

Why not call 0207 976 6868 and speak to one of our trichologist who will be happy to help and advise you.

Here are our results:

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Chemotherapy and hair loss: What to expect during treatment.

26.01.2008 in HAIR LOSS FACTS

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Find out what to expect when it comes to chemotherapy and hair loss. Plan to use your energy staying healthy rather than worrying about how you look.
You might not think about how important your hair is until you face losing it. And if you have cancer and are about to undergo chemotherapy, the chance of hair loss is very real. Both men and women report hair loss as one of the side effects they fear most after being diagnosed with cancer.

Whether or not you have hair loss from your chemotherapy depends mostly on the type and dose of medication you receive. But whether you can maintain a healthy body image after hair loss depends a lot on your attitude and the support of your friends and family.

Chemotherapy and hair loss: Why does it occur?
Chemotherapy drugs are powerful medications that attack rapidly growing cancer cells. Unfortunately, these drugs also attack other rapidly growing cells in your body — including those in your hair roots.

Chemotherapy may cause hair loss all over your body — not just on your scalp. Sometimes your eyelash, eyebrow, armpit, pubic and other body hair also falls out. Some chemotherapy drugs are more likely than others to cause hair loss, and different doses can cause anything from a mere thinning to complete baldness. Talk to your doctor or nurse about the medication you’ll be taking. Your doctor or nurse can tell you what to expect.

Fortunately, most of the time hair loss from chemotherapy is temporary. You can expect to regrow a full head of hair six months to a year after your treatment ends, though your hair may temporarily be a different shade or texture.

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Link:  http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/hair-loss/CA00037

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