FDA’s Approach & Interest in New Balding Drugs
What is in store for the hair loss community? FDA's Approach & interest in new balding drugs As we have recently observed, the powers of the FDA can be ramped to warp speed when a natural disaster occurs and thousands of lives
MTHFR = 2 Parents + Defective Genes
MTHFR=2 parents + Defective genes What is MTHFR?MTHFR is a gene in the body responsible for the manufacturing of the MTHFR enzyme called methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase. This enzyme is necessary for methylation (an epigenetic signaling tool that cells use to lock genes in the
Why Do I Lose More Hair in the Fall?
why do i lose more hair in the fall? Why do we see increased loss particular times of the year? Is your skin dryer in cooler months? Is your scalp more sensitive in the fall and itchy in the spring and summer? Seasonal hair
What is Alopecia Areata?
What is alopecia areata? As we discussed in our prior blog, “What is Androgenic Alopecia?”, September is Alopecia Awareness Month. Alopecia is a Latin term meaning “hair loss”, however there are four main types of alopecia: Androgenic Alopecia (AGA), Alopecia Areata
What is Androgenic Alopecia?
what is androgenic alopecia? Alopecia is a Latin term meaning “hair loss”, however there are four main types of alopecia: Androgenic Alopecia (AGA), Alopecia Areata (AA), Alopecia Totalis (AT), and Alopecia Universalis (AU). This month HPIHair will dive into the differences
COVID-19 Hair Loss Post Recovery
covid-19 hair loss post recovery According to the American Academy of Dermatology, some patients experience hair loss 2-3 months after recovering from COVID-19. Telogen Effluvium is a temporary form of hair loss. It increases the number of hair follicles in the
New Service: Hair Follicle Test: How does it work?
Hair follicle test: how does it work? Not getting the results you have been looking for with your current hair regimen? hair supplements? hair treatments? HPIHair's new Epigenetic Hair Follicle Test could be a fresh start to your hair growth journey. Do
Post Partum Hair Loss: A Personal Story
post partum hair loss: a personal story Expecting a baby can be one of the most exciting (and scary) things you can experience in life. Along with the life changes, come the changes your body encounters. Some changes are good like
Seasonal Hair Loss | Does our hair shed more in the fall?
Does our hair shed more in the fall? Our four seasons of Hair Loss: Winter, Spring, Summer and Autumn. For most of the world, these seasons bring about change outside, whether it in the temperature or other elements in nature.At times these
BFRB Super Hero Overcomes Trichophagia
BFRB Super hero overcomes trichophagia The kids in our TLC community face incredible challenges with their BFRB's (Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors). Sometimes every month, every week, every day is a challenge. And yet, our kids show such resilience and strength!At eleven
Was I born bald?
was i born bald? Was I Born Bald????Hair loss and thinning hair are conditions that are not all equal country to country.If you are a male living in the Czech Republic, you have a 42.7% chance of going bald. The United
How Diet Effects Hair Loss
how diet effects hair loss There are many factors that influence our hair. Genetics, medications pollution, medical conditions, hair products, and our diet all play a role in how healthy or unhealthy our hair is. If you want stronger and healthier
