Dr. Eric S. Schweiger, associate at Bernstein Medical – Center for Hair Restoration and board-certified dermatologist, is quoted in a few recent articles on the effects of chemotherapy on hair, genetic testing for hair loss, and caring for a bald or balding scalp. The articles were published in Energy Times and HairLoss.com. View the full post to read what Dr. Schweiger has to say on these topics.
Hair Loss Articles Feature Dr. Schweiger
January 18th, 2011
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4.00 stars from 1 vote(s)Topic: Bernstein Medical News
Tags: Chemotherapy, Chronic Sun Damage, Dermatologist, Dr. Eric S. Schweiger, Genes, Genetic Test for Hair Loss, Hair Follicle, Hair Texture, Hair Thinning, Hormone Levels, Miniaturization, Protect Scalp After Hair Transplant, Protecting Scalp from Sun, Scarring, Skin Cancer, Stress, Sun After Hair Transplant
Posted by Ethan at Bernstein Medical at 3:19 pm
When Should Hair Transplant Be Considered For Thinning Area?
February 19th, 2010Q: At what level of thinning should the hair transplant be done?
A: A hair transplant should be considered in an area of thinning when:
- The area has not responded to medical therapy (finasteride 1mg a day orally and minoxidil 5% topically for one year).
- The thinning is significant enough that it can’t be disguised with simple grooming (i.e. is a cosmetic problem even when the hair is combed well).
Other factors that are important include:
- the age of the patient
- the donor supply
- whether the thinning is in the front of the scalp or in the crown
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5.00 stars from 1 vote(s)Topic: Hair Transplant
Tags: Age, Crown, Donor Hair, Front of Scalp, Hair Thinning, Hair Transplant, Propecia/Finasteride, Rogaine/Minoxidil
Posted by Robert M. Bernstein M.D. at 4:24 pm
What are Most Common Causes of Hair Loss in Women?
February 24th, 2009Q: What are the most common causes of hair loss in women other than genes?
A: The most common causes for localized hair loss in women are traction (due to tight braiding) and alopecia areata (an autoimmune disease that produces smooth round patches of hair loss).
Other than genetic (hereditary) thinning; generalized hair loss is most commonly caused by medications, anemia, and thyroid disease.
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Topic: Women
Tags: Alopecia Areata, Anemia, Female Hair Loss, Genetic Hair Loss, Hair Loss in Women, Hair Thinning, Medication Side Effects, Round Patches of Bald Areas, Thyroid Disease, Traction Alopecia
Posted by Robert M. Bernstein M.D. at 8:21 am
Why Does One Shed Hair in First Months of Hair Loss Treatment with Rogaine?
February 17th, 2009Q: I started thinning and saw more hair in the tub. I began Rogaine and stopped shampooing every night and is seems that there is now more coming out every time I shower. What is going on? A: Rogaine can cause shedding at the beginning of treatment (i.e. in the first 3 months) but this [...]
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Topic: Drugs (Medications)
Tags: Hair Cycle, Hair Loss Medication, Hair Thinning, Rogaine/Minoxidil, Shedding at Start of Treatment with Medication
Posted by Robert M. Bernstein M.D. at 4:45 am
What Causes Hair Loss in Women and How do You Treat General Thinning?
February 3rd, 2009Q: I’ve been losing my hair just around the front of my scalp for years, but now it’s bad enough that I need to wear a wig to hide the top and back. Do you transplant women?
A: If you have thinning in such a broad area, most likely your donor area is also thin and you would not be a good candidate for surgery.
An examination can determine this and also determine if there is some other cause of your hair loss other than genetics.
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Topic: Women
Tags: Donor Area, Donor Area Thinning, Front of Scalp, Frontal Hair Loss, Genetic Hair Loss, Hair Loss Consultation, Hair Loss in Women, Hair Thinning, Hair Transplant in Women
Posted by Robert M. Bernstein M.D. at 4:32 am
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