Hair loss treatment for Cinco Ranch residents starts with asking: “What dermatologist is near me?”

Dermatologists do more than beautify the skin. These specialists are trained to diagnose and treat conditions affecting hair and nails, too.

Board certified dermatologist, Dr. Seymour Weaver, boasts extensive knowledge and expertise related to disorders affecting hair growth. Dr. Weaver even wrote a book on the subject: Dr. Weaver’s Black Hair Loss Guide.

Both men and women, whether young or old, may develop scalp disorders resulting in hair loss. You don’t have to live with the embarrassing or distressing bald patches, scalp irritation, and thin spots. While treatment is available in the Cinco Ranch area, Dr. W Dermatology will determine the best approach after a consultation to investigate and diagnose the root of the problem.

Diagnosis

It’s common to lose 50 to 100 hairs each day. Many people don’t miss these hairs because new hairs grow at the same time. Noticeable hair loss may have been your motivation to visit Dr. W Dermatology’s web destination. Perhaps, strands are more fragile. Maybe bald patches have appeared where hair used to be. Different types of hair loss are red flags for specific conditions; for example, alopecia areata often appears as bald spots that arise suddenly when the immune system attacks the follicles where hair originates.

You may also be alarmed by the amount of hair shed while showering or brushing. This thinning may be related to a stressful event; such as extreme weight loss, surgery, or preceding sickness. Pregnancy can cause hair-related changes which may resolve on their own.

Dr. W Dermatology may conduct tests to, among other things, assess the health of the scalp or systemic conditions that often present with brittle hair and dry skin.

Tests help connect the dots between troubling symptoms and causes, which include:

• Androgenetic alopecia (male or female pattern baldness)
• Alopecia areata
• Scarring alopecia
• Infections; such as ringworm
• Defects of the hair shaft
• Effluviums disrupt normal hair development

Some types of thinning or baldness can be brought on by hormonal changes, medications, and even styles that pull hair tight or lead to damage; such as braids or styling methods using hot oil and chemicals.

Treatments

Dr. W Dermatology takes great pride in restoring your “crowning glory”. Treatment can restore a patient’s sense of self-worth and confidence. An accurate diagnosis guides the development of a plan that works. Dermatologists are also best-equipped to identify those skin conditions known to produce scarring and hair loss; such as lichen planus.

Dr. W Dermatology’s patients have achieved new hair growth or slowed hair loss with treatments including:

• Medications to prevent further shedding, promote new hairs
• Prescription drugs for inflammation, underlying immune system dysfunction
• Light-based therapy to improve hair thickness
• Feeding your hair with a balanced diet
• Adjusting harsh hair products or styles

Should you have some types of permanent hair loss, Dr. Weaver and his team may recommend a hair transplant or restoration procedure. Natural-looking hairpieces are also available.

Hair loss is a complex issues so asking: “What Hair Dermatologist is Near Me in Cinco Ranch?” is an excellent start. It speaks to the need for a professional with specialized understanding of the causes behind hair-related problems and available treatments. Call 281 771-0494 to schedule an appointment at Dr. W Dermatology’s conveniently located offices in Katy and Houston.