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Biostim – How Does It Work?

08.08.2007 in TRICHOLOGIST

Biostim: A combination of naturally occurring 5-reductase inhibitors with added multivitamin complex for the stimulation of hair follicles suppressed by the action of Androgens in cases of androgenic alopecia.

Mode of Action: 5-reductase inhibitors act as anti-androgens, reducing the levels of di-hydroxy testosterone (DHT), decreasing the levels of androgen activity at the target site. The consequent reduced levels of DHT stabilise or reduce the level of atrophy of the hair follicle and shaft in the genetically determined areas in the treatment of androgenic alopecia. The hair growth period (anagen) is prolonged and promotes increased hair growth and density.

Clinical Trials: Clinical trials of the natural ingredients have established anti-androgen activity and the ability to suppress di-hydroxy testosterone (DHT) formation, beneficial in cases of androgenic alopecia. The increased dermal papilla activity increases hair cell production and proliferation, increases the number of hairs in the anagen phase and increases the A/T (anagen/telogen ration).

For further clinical data click on to: http://www.thewestminsterpractice.com/medical_breakthrough.asp

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How Easy Is It For A Trichologist To Tell If Someone Has Scarring Alopecia And Their Hair Follicles Have Been Permanently Damaged?

24.07.2007 in TRICHOLOGIST

Question: I’m in my twenties and have had scalp dermatitis since my teens. I tend to scratch it pretty badly in my sleep, resulting in small open sores that then scab over. Within the last six or seven months or so, I have developed bald patches as well as diffuse hair loss. There are other things it could be, but is scarring alopecia a possibility? Also, could the hair loss be from the dermatitis itself?

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Answer: The best way to determine which alopecia condition you have, is to go to a trichologist with considerable experience in diagnosing the various alopecias to give you an opinion. You may then need to get a biopsy of the area of alopecia and get a trichologist to take a view on the biopsy if there is any doubt on cause. Your history seems to suggest that your constant scratching has produced traction alopecia with possibly some scarring. Sometimes, the alopecia will reverse (Alopecia Areata for example) if you completely stop scratching it.

Clearly, the picking of your hair at night can produce trichotelomania, which is a condition where constant picking or scratching causes hair loss. The diagnosis is always clear on microscopic examination of the scalp. If it only happens in your sleep, put on mittens and sleep with them on. Get a good trichologist to examine you before you startsleeping with the mittens and after a few months. If the mittens works, then the changes that we can see under magnification will demonstrate that you are on the right path. Ordinary dermatitis without picking or scratching should not cause hair loss, unless is is associated with the genetic forms of hair loss.

Again, let me stress as in all cases, if in doubt call one of our trichologists for advice on 020 7976 6868 for peace of mind.

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My 19 Years Old Son Is Losing His Hair. What Can He Do?

19.07.2007 in TRICHOLOGIST

Question: My 19 year old son has premature hair loss. He has a very predominant receding hairline. He is extremely self-conscious of it. My dad and and his brothers had hair loss at an early age but I’m not sure that it was as young as my son. I have already organised a blood test for him with our GP and they were negative so that rules out any physical problems. Is there anything that we can do to slow down or improve his hair loss? I was told that he is too young for Minoxidil and Propecia but are there any other options?

Answer: Hair loss can and does occur in very young people. As a male, he can take the drug Propecia (please point out the side effects to him: there are natural alternatives such as Biostim – side effect free) which hopefully will stop the hair loss. First, get him examined by a competent trichologist who will quantify the rate of miniaturization in his balding area. This is important, because when he starts on the drug Biostim we will want a starting point to determine if it is working and by how much. I would hold off on Minoxidil until a good baseline is in hand and the rate of hair loss is documented, and possibly use Vitastim instead. In otherwords, if your sons hair loss is that apparent he should see one of our trichologists a.s.a.p.

For further information on: Biostim  

http://www.thewestminsterpractice.com/product_desc.asp?CurrentPage=2&typeID=3

For further information on: Vitastim

http://www.thewestminsterpractice.com/product_desc.asp?CurrentPage=1&typeID=3

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Hair Loss – Peter’s Story.

18.06.2007 in TRICHOLOGIST

In my mid-twenties I became concerned with the amount of hair I was shedding…in the shower; in bed; at my desk etc. I made some enquiries and had a few consultations. I decided to go with the Hair Centre. They are a small friendly team, with a flexible approach to making appointments, working around busy lifestyles.

Mixing a family history of Male Pattern Baldness with day to day stress and a general dryness to my hair, I was put on a course of treatment.

Within a few months the shedding had dramatically decreased, re-growth had started to take affect, and the hair was looking stronger and healthier. 4 yrs on, there has been substantial re-growth…my hair is tighter, thicker and I am very happy!

Peter

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Hair Loss – Peter's Story.

18.06.2007 in TRICHOLOGIST

In my mid-twenties I became concerned with the amount of hair I was shedding…in the shower; in bed; at my desk etc. I made some enquiries and had a few consultations. I decided to go with the Hair Centre. They are a small friendly team, with a flexible approach to making appointments, working around busy lifestyles.

Mixing a family history of Male Pattern Baldness with day to day stress and a general dryness to my hair, I was put on a course of treatment.

Within a few months the shedding had dramatically decreased, re-growth had started to take affect, and the hair was looking stronger and healthier. 4 yrs on, there has been substantial re-growth…my hair is tighter, thicker and I am very happy!

Peter

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