Hair Loss
Dr. Katherine Nolan and Carabella Dermatology specialize in the treatment of hair loss. With advanced training with some of the top hair specialists in the world, we take a personalized approach to help you with your hair.
Hair loss or alopecia is a very complex condition with many different causes and we treat the full spectrum of hair loss conditions including female pattern hair loss or androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, scarring alopecias like frontal fibrosing alopecia, lichen planopilaris, and central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia (CCCA). We also specialize in severe shedding or telogen effluvium, which can occur after a stressful event on the body like postpartum hair loss or after illness, including COVID-19 infection.
Because of the complexity of hair loss, we are able to offer a comprehensive visit unlike at many other traditional practices where we can get a detailed history of your condition, discuss any contributing family or health history and then will often order a custom panel of bloodwork to further figure out the underlying causes. We also take detailed microscopic photography to track your progress. We offer the most up to date innovative therapies and will create a custom plan for you that may include a combination or oral medications, supplements, injections as well as custom prescription compounds and laser and light devices.
Hair loss, also known as alopecia, is a common condition that affects both men and women. There are several different types of hair loss, and the most common include:
Androgenetic Alopecia: This is the most common type of hair loss and is also known as male-pattern baldness or female-pattern baldness. It is caused by a combination of genetic and hormonal factors and typically results in a receding hairline and thinning of hair on the scalp.
Telogen Effluvium: This type of hair loss is characterized by diffuse thinning of the hair on the scalp. It is caused by a disruption in the normal hair growth cycle, such as a significant hormonal change, stress, or certain medications.
Alopecia Areata: This is an autoimmune disorder that causes hair loss on the scalp, as well as on other parts of the body. It is characterized by round, smooth patches of hair loss and can be accompanied by itching, redness, and burning of the skin.
Traction Alopecia: This type of hair loss is caused by prolonged tension on the hair, such as from tight hairstyles, braids, or ponytails. It typically occurs along the hairline, at the temples, and on the scalp.
Scarring Alopecia: This type of hair loss is caused by damage to the hair follicles, which results in scarring and permanent hair loss. It can be caused by various skin conditions such as lichen planus, frontal fibrosis alopecia, central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia and certain types of lupus.
Treatment options will vary depending on the type of hair loss and its underlying cause. Some common treatments include topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, steroid injections, low-level laser therapy, hair transplantation, and in some cases, immunotherapy. We specialize in hair loss and are here to help ascertain a proper diagnosis and custom treatment plan.