Introduction What is the truth about finasteride? The article “Risk of erectile dysfunction associated with use of 5-α reductase inhibitors for benign prostatic hyperplasia or alopecia: population based studies using the Clinical Practice Research Datalink” by Hagberg et al., has made an important contribution to hair loss treatment in men
Read more →Thinning hair, starting at the centre part and then continuing throughout the scalp, is the main symptom of female pattern hair loss, a condition shared by 40% of women1. No matter how normal or common it is, hair loss is never fun, and it’s especially difficult for women, likely because
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Pattern baldness, also known as androgenetic alopecia, is one of the most common causes of hair loss, seen frequently in men as they age. Moreover pattern hair loss is not an exclusive gentleman’s club. An expected 40% of women will develop pattern hair loss as they age1. However there are
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Extra insulation Maybe this year wasn’t the best example but no one needs to tell you just how cold Canadian winters can get. In a place where the toque has become a fashion staple, having some extra coverage on the top of your head can come in handy. Built-in SPF
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Despite the fact that winter, for the most part, didn’t really seem to make much of an appearance this year, the weather gurus are assuring us that spring is on its way. The arrival of spring is usually associated with the Easter bunny and umbrellas, and maybe even some shedding?
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Whether you have been noticing a few extra hairs falling out here and there, know that pattern baldness runs in your family and fear the inevitable is only a matter of time, or are already in the habit of applying sunscreen to your bare scalp, there are treatment options available.
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Just as there are many reasons for hair loss, there are also many conditions which result in abnormal hair growth. In general, the less common a specific condition, the fewer the resources and information related to the disease. Moreover there are a plethora of examples of these rare hair disorders,
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