At Almasi Skincare, we offer the best alopecia treatment in Nairobi Kenya by combining prescription medications and dermatological procedures with effective over-the-counter hair care products and lifestyle modifications.
We offer this treatment at the Almasi Hair Clinic located in Fortis Suites on Hospital road, 8th floor, suite 809. We see new clients on Wednesdays at 2pm and Saturdays at 9am.
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What Is Alopecia?
Alopecia means hair loss.
It can affect the scalp, beard and other hair-bearing areas in the body.
What Are The 5 Types of Alopecia?
The following are the 5 types of alopecia:
*Alopecia areata which can progress to alopecia totalis (total loss of hair from the scalp) and alopecia universalis (loss of hair from the entire body).
*Androgenic alopecia (AGA) which is also known as androgenetic alopecia or male/female pattern baldness
*Traction alopecia
*Telogen effluvium
*Cicatricial alopecia which means hair loss with scarring in the scalp
What Causes Alopecia?
The causes of alopecia are as follows:
*Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition which develops when cells from the immune system attack the hair follicles.
*Androgenic alopecia is caused by genes and the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
*Traction alopecia is caused by tight hairstyles – braids, weaves, cornrows, dreadlocks and ponytails.
*Telogen effluvium is caused by stress, severe illnesses, iron deficiency, giving birth, surgery, medications, rapid weight loss.
*Cicatricial alopecia is caused by conditions like folliculitis, lichen planopilaris, lupus.
*Tinea capitis is caused by fungal infections of the scalp and hair.
How Can I Tell What Type Of Hair Loss I Have?
You can tell the type of hair loss that you have by looking at the pattern of your hair loss.
*Alopecia areata causes round patches that do not have hair on any part of the scalp.
*AGA male pattern causes hairline recession at the front and temples and a hairless patch at the crown of the head.
*AGA female pattern causes widening of the parting in the middle of the scalp.
*Traction alopecia causes hair loss along the hairline at the front of the scalp.
*Telogen effluvium causes diffuse hair thinning over the entire scalp.
*Tinea capitis hair loss affects any part of the scalp.
Consult our Doctor today if you need help determining what type of hair loss you have.
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What Is The Best Alopecia Treatment?
The best alopecia treatment is a combination of prescription medications and dermatological procedures like Microneedling with PRP with effective over-the-counter hair care products and lifestyle modifications. This is the treatment that we offer at Almasi Hair Clinic which is located on Hospital Road, Fortis Suites, 8th floor, suite 809. We see new clients on Saturdays at 9am and Wednesdays at 2pm.
FAQ
What is stage 4 alopecia?
Stage 4 alopecia is from the Hamilton-Norwood scale which classifies AGA or male pattern baldness as follows:
Stage 1 There is minimal or no hair loss or hairline recession
Stage 2 There is little hair loss on the temples
Stage 3 There is deep hairline recession on the temples and hairline forming a “M” or “U” shape
Stage 4 There is very deep hairline recession with loss of hair at the crown which is the top of the head
Stage 5 The hairline recession extends until it connects with the bald patch at the crown
Stage 6 The hair between the temples and crown is thinning or totally lost
Stage 7 There is no hair at the top of the head and there is a thin band of hair around the side of the head
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