Hair Loss

Hair loss is a common problem for men and women. About 50% of men and women in the United States experience some hair loss by age 50. Women generally lose less hair than men because of hormonal differences between the sexes.

The three most common types are androgenetic alopecia, telogen effluvium, and alopecia areata. Androgenetic Alopecia is the classic “Male Pattern Baldness” and is seen in men and women and is the most common form. Hair loss can be seen on most parts of the scalp, especially the hair line. Telogen Effluvium is the next most common type of hair loss. It is commonly related to severe or sudden stress that causes the hair to shed. In most cases, hair will grow back. Alopecia areata is patchy hair loss and may have an autoimmune basis. Since the androgenetic form is most common and least likely to resolve spontaneously, it may be the most medically important.

The typical conventional approach to alopecia may include evaluation of underlying hormonal status. Treatment may include birth control pills, hair regrowth medications like Rogaine and wigs and hairpieces.

Dr. Doyle's approach focuses on an effort to identify and reverse underlying nutritional and hormonal causes of hair loss. Important causes of alopecia include low thyroid, low iron, low zinc, or imbalances of estrogen or testosterone. Reversing these conditions is the mainstay of Dr. Michael Doyle's treatment. Hair regrowth medicine he is used if needed.

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