Can Hair Grow Back After Balding?
Can hair grow back after going bald and is there’s anything you can do to stop it from progressing? The answer will depend on the cause of your hair loss and what stage of hair loss you are in, but...
Anabolic steroids are performance enhancing substances that mimic the effects of male sex steroid hormones. There has been speculation that anabolic steroid use can cause hair loss in some men. The...
Does Finasteride Affect Muscle Growth?
Since finasteride interacts with male hormones, concerns have grown around how this drug may impact muscle growth and hinder muscle development. It’s a topic that’s been discussed on various online...
Creatine is commonly used a pre-workout supplement because of its supposed ability to enhance muscle endurance. But could it also cause hair loss? Join us as we delve into this topic, including any...
Why Does Chemotherapy Cause Hair Loss?
Hair loss experienced during chemotherapy can be particularly difficult to cope with, but understanding why this happens and if there are any preventative measures you can take, may be helpful in n...
What Medications Cause Hair Loss?
There are many medications that have been linked to hair loss at some point, but why is this? Join us as we explain why certain medications have the potential to trigger hair loss and what you can ...
It can be difficult to pinpoint the reason behind your hair loss and experiencing shedding during stressful period can make you wonder if the two are related. Join us as we delve into different typ...
When Is the Best Time to Start Hair Loss Treatment?
Many patients ask us when the best time to start hair loss treatment is. But what if we told you that the answer is actually more complicated than just age? In this article, we'll address some of t...
Vitamin DÂ plays an essential role in a range of processes in our body, but have you ever considered what impact it has on hair health? Join us as we explore all the links between vitamin D and hair...
Genetics and Male Pattern Hair Loss: An Interview with Dr. Jerry Cooley
Download Transcript In this episode, Dr. Simon Pimstone is joined by Dr. Jerry Cooley, a pioneer in the field of surgical hair transplantation and lead surgeon at the Cooley Hair Centre, based out...
Will Rice Water Grow Your Hair?
You might have heard about the trend of using rice water on your hair to enhance hair growth. But have you ever wondered where this originates from and if it's actually beneficial for hair growth? ...
Is My Hairline Mature or Receding?
If you've noticed a change in your hairline and taken to google for answers, you might have discounted it as a 'mature hairline'. But this could be endangering you hair further by delaying you from...
Ozempic is primarily prescribed as a treatment for diabetes, but it is becoming more and more popular for weight loss and management. With the increasing popularity, multiple reports of hair loss a...
Hats are an ideal fashion option for those with thinning hair, to hide hair loss and even for protection from the sun and the cold. But could they also be responsible for hair loss? We explore this...
Vitamins and specially formulated hair supplements are popular and readily accessible ways to maintain the health of hair and skin. But do they actually work for hair loss? It's established that mi...
Shedding when you begin any hair loss treatment is more common than you think. It's often reported with finasteride, but it can also occur with minoxidil. At the heart of minoxidil shedding is a si...
Can Finasteride Regrow My Hairline?
Many people wonder if finasteride will work on specific areas of hair loss, including the frontal hairline. The good news is that this treatment will work on the entire scalp and for most people, a...
Whether hair loss comes from the father’s or mother’s side of the family is a hotly debated topic. It’s a common misconception that balding comes from the mother’s side of the family. Baldness is m...
Sex steroid hormones drive the development of androgenetic alopecia (also known as male pattern hair loss). But there are many other reasons and causes for hair loss. Let this be your starting poin...
What Is Androgenetic Alopecia?
Having great hair is an instant confidence boost. But for some, androgenetic alopecia (also known as male pattern baldness) can put a damper on things. The cause of this type of hair loss is mainly...
Does Working Out Cause Hair Loss?
Exercise temporarily increases levels of testosterone and the stress hormone cortisol. Reactive oxygen species (ROS), which are metabolic byproducts, also increase in concentration. Do these change...
Hormones and Hair Loss: Hypothyroidism
Thyroid hormones and thyroid dysfunction can have dramatic effects on hair health. It's important to be aware of the differences between hair loss due to the thyroid and other causes, as treatment ...
Does Testosterone Cause Hair Loss?
It's no secret that androgens contribute to the development of pattern hair loss in people with a family history of hair loss. But does testosterone cause hair loss? Or is the hormone story a bit m...
Shedding while taking finasteride is actually a common response to a new hair loss treatment and in most cases is not a cause for concern. It's usually an indication that your hair loss treatment i...