Hair Loss Dermatologist in Chicago

While hair loss is often believed to be the domain of aging men, virtually anyone can fall victim to hair thinning and loss. As a part of the natural hair growth cycle, every person sheds approximately 100 hairs per day. However, when this natural cycle is disturbed due to medical conditions or heredity, the result can be distressing.

The good news is that most types of hair loss are reversible. At Tone, our hair loss dermatologist in Chicago, is ready to help you feel confident again as your beautiful hair grows back again.

Common Hair Loss Conditions

Hair loss can be caused by a variety of factors, ranging from everyday stress to serious medical conditions. Here are some of the most common hair loss conditions that we treat daily:

• Telogen effluvium. This condition is often caused when the growth phase of the hair cycle is disbursed by internal factors. As a result, more hair than usual moves from the growth to the shedding phase at the same time, leading to diffusely spread hair loss. If you notice more than usual hair left behind on your brush, your pillow, or in your shower drain, you may be suffering from telogen effluvium.
• Alopecia areata. If you ever notice a balding spot on your head, you might be suffering from alopecia areata, an autoimmune disorder commonly referred to as “spot baldness.” With this disease, your own immune system attacks your hair follicles causing hair loss often concentrated in the same spot.
• Male pattern hair loss. Naturally, with age, most men will experience hair loss to some extent. This type of hair loss is caused by androgens – male hormones that cause longer and stronger body hair. In some men, hair follicles are overly sensitive to the action of androgens, causing early and severe male pattern hair loss.

Our Treatments

Our hair loss dermatologist in Chicago will determine the cause of your hair loss and find the optimal treatment accordingly. If you notice excessive hair loss that lasts for longer than 6 weeks, you will be directed to take a blood test to determine whether you have any nutritional deficiencies.

From there, you may be treated with corresponding nutritional supplements or oral medications. Topical medications and professional hair products are also available to speed up the treatment process.

Most of the time, hair loss CAN BE TREATED. Contact us today to learn more.