Friday, September 3, 2010

Can I Pass It On to My Children?

November 25, 2009 by Medical Dude  
Filed under Hair Loss (Alopecia)

Alopecia areata is not like some genetic diseases in which a kid has a 50–50 chance of developing the disease if five parent has it. Scientists believe that there may be a number of genes that predispose definite people to the disease. It is highly unlikely that a kid would inherit all of the genes [...]

Hair Loss (Alopecia)

September 26, 2009 by Medical Dude  
Filed under Hair Loss (Alopecia)

The word alopecia refers to any type of hair loss, thinning hair or baldness in any hairy region of the body. Baldness tends to be a more specific term among lay people, as it usually refers to hair loss on the scalp – however, it can mean hair loss in any part of the body. Alopecia areatameans “hair loss [...]

Is Your Hair Taking a Break

August 5, 2009 by Medical Dude  
Filed under Medical News

For many women, their hair is one of their most defining characteristics. From short and sassy bobs to long, cascading curls, the right hairstyle can make any woman look more pulled together and can even take years off of her appearance. That’s why hair loss can be particularly devastating for women, and dermatologists advise that [...]