Question: How Many Men Are Suffering From Hair Loss In The UK?
Answer: Two thirds of all men are affected by male pattern baldness in the UK during the course of their lives. This means that over 8 million men are losing their hair while you are reading this answer.
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no commentQuestion: Is It True That Male Pattern Baldness Runs In Families?
Answer: Yes. If your grandfather, father or brothers went bald early, the chances are that you will too. If your maternal grandfather went bald, that’s probably a better indicator that you will too than if your father’s father lost his hair. Mother’s side has the strongest influence with MPB.
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no commentQuestion: Are hair loss treatments available on the NHS?
Answer: Unfortunately the simple answer is no. All of the FDA approved regrowth stimulants are either chargeable by private prescription through a private clinic or practice, as the problem of hair loss is still regarded as a cosmetic problem by the Government funded NHS. Some less effective stimulants are available over the counter. If in doubt seek advice from one of our trichologists.
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1 commentQuestion: Does Hair Loss Occur After The Menopause?
Answer: Hair loss does sometimes occur in women after the menopause has taken place. This can be seen in thinning in the crown and temples area more predominately. Oestrogen levels play a huge role in determining the quality and thickness of a woman’s hair. There is however other medical conditions that cause the hair to thin dramatically, such as anaemia and thyroid problems. These can easily be identified with a simple blood test. If you are currently taking HRT then you should discuss the dose you are on with your GP. This does not mean that this will improve your hair loss so it is worth speaking to one of our trichologists as each case is different.
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no commentQuestion: I Have A Lot Of Problems With My Scalp. What Can I Use?
Answer: A Seb Derm Kit
Description: Spirit-based lotion containing powerful keratolytic and anti-pruritic agents for the removal of excess sebum and scaling, in cases of seborrhoeic eczema, psoriasis and other adverse scaling conditions of the hair and scalp.
Mode of Action: The active ingredients of the Seb Derm Kit contain powerful anti-keratolytic agents for the removal of sebum, excess dead skin cells and accumulated scale on the scalp. Anti-pruritic agents are incorporated to reduce sensitisation and control irritation of the scalp, supported by antiseptic properties for the prevention of secondary infection of the affected scalp areas. Treatment should only be used when scaling or pruritis are present.
Contents: Pix Oxycedri Isopropyl Myristate Witch Hazel Extract Hydrogenated Castor Oil Methyl Salicylate D-Panthenol Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B3) Vitamin E Aqua Alcohol
Link: http://www.thewestminsterpractice.com/product_desc.asp?productid=20&typeID=5&factsheetID=yes
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