Hair Loss
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Sarita Nori, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Sarita Nori was drawn to dermatology because of the intersection of science and medicine that is at the heart of dermatology. She feels this is what really allows her to help her patients. “There is a lot of problem-solving in dermatology and I like that,” she explains. “It’s also a profession where you can help people quickly and really make a difference in their lives.” | Some of the typical skin problems that Dr. Nori treats include skin cancers, psoriasis, acne, eczema, rashes, and contact dermatitis. Dr Nori believes in using all possible avenues of treatment, such as biologics, especially in patients with chronic diseases such as eczema and psoriasis. “These medications can work superbly, and they are really life-changing for many patients.” | Dr. Nori feels it’s important for patients to have a good understanding of the disease or condition that is affecting them. “I like to educate my patients on their problem and have them really understand it so they can take the best course of action. Patients always do better when they understand their skin condition, and how to treat it.”
Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.
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Loss of hair
Before the hair loss, the scalp was itchy
Receding hairline
No new hair growth
Thinning hair
Scalp itch or discomfort, followed by hair falling out
Front part of the hairline is moving back
Bald spots
Hair loss after an itchy scalp
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- I think alopecia areata
- Poorly demarcated area (fuzzy or unclear border) where the hair is missing
- New hair has stopped growing recently
- Circular bald patches
- Bald spots with poorly demarcated boundaries
- Itchy scalp before the hair started to fall
- Forehead hair line gradually receding
- New hair stopped growing
- Hair is coming out
- Area of bald skin with unclear margins
- Retraction of the forehead hairline
- New hair not growing
- Not growing new hair
- Alopecia, baldness
- Area of bald skin with unclear edges
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Alopecia is hair loss that can affect the scalp and/areas on the face and body. It can be temporary or permanent and is caused by multiple factors including stress, genetics, medications, age, hormones. Alopecia is the absence or loss of hair on the scalp or the face or body, in an area where it is expected to be present. This condition can be localized or diffuse, temporary or permanent, and can affect both sexes and all age groups. Alopecia is a sign or symptom arising from multiple possible causes, and is broadly classified as nonscarring vs scarring. Some of the causes of hair loss can be stress, hormones, medications, hair styling habits, auto immune diseases and genetics factors.
When to see a doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
- Eye pain
- Visual field defect
- Recent weight loss
- Photophobia
- Edema
- Jaundice
- Abdominal bloating sensation
- Vomiting of blood
- Melena (black stools)
Possible Causes
Generally, Hair loss can be related to:
- Trichotillomania
A psychological disorder where a patient feels a strong, irresistible urge to pull out their hair. It can be caused by anxiety, stress, or simply as a habit built up over time.
- Alopecia Areata
An autoimmune disease where the body's immune system attacks hair follicles, causing areas of hair loss that are typically patchy and round in shape.
- Male Pattern Baldness (Androgenic Alopecia)
A common type of baldness that occurs with age. In males, the hairline recedes along with hair loss on the sides and top of the scalp. In females, the condition is characterized by the progressive loss of hairs over the frontal and top regions of the scalp, causing a visible reduction in hair density. The exact cause is unknown, but hormones and genetics play an important role.
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
- Kerion
- Follicular Mucinosis
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Sheehan's Syndrome
- Zinc or Biotin Deficiency
- Generalized Myxedema
Doctor's Diagnostic Questions
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom:
- Are you experiencing increased hair loss?
- How long have you had hair loss?
- How has your hair loss condition changed since it began?
- Do you have an area of bald skin with unclear edges?
- Did your scalp itch before hair loss?
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References
Al Aboud AM, Zito PM. Alopecia. 2023 Apr 16. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2023 Jan–. PMID: 30844205.
Reviewed By:
Sarita Nori, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Sarita Nori was drawn to dermatology because of the intersection of science and medicine that is at the heart of dermatology. She feels this is what really allows her to help her patients. “There is a lot of problem-solving in dermatology and I like that,” she explains. “It’s also a profession where you can help people quickly and really make a difference in their lives.” | Some of the typical skin problems that Dr. Nori treats include skin cancers, psoriasis, acne, eczema, rashes, and contact dermatitis. Dr Nori believes in using all possible avenues of treatment, such as biologics, especially in patients with chronic diseases such as eczema and psoriasis. “These medications can work superbly, and they are really life-changing for many patients.” | Dr. Nori feels it’s important for patients to have a good understanding of the disease or condition that is affecting them. “I like to educate my patients on their problem and have them really understand it so they can take the best course of action. Patients always do better when they understand their skin condition, and how to treat it.”
Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.
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