News on Hair Cloning, Stem Cells & Hair Regeneration

Mark of an overdose: Patients received too much radiation

When Alain Reyes hair suddenly fell out in a freakish band circling his head, he was not the only one worried about his health. His co-workers at a shipping company avoided him, and his boss sent him home, fearing he had a contagious disease. Read More →

Hair Replacement Web Site To Join Forces with Hair Loss Charity for Childlren

HairLoss.com, the largest and most comprehensive website dedicated to solving hair loss has partnered with Children With Hair Loss to provide the charity with as many hair replacement wigs to meet the organization's increasing demand in their mission to provide hair to children suffering from hair loss. Read More →

Frenetic finish

PINE GROVE - When Schuylkill West's Isaac Melochick skied a Nick Hair knuckle-curve down the right-field line in the bottom of the ninth, Stump Stadium became full of both excitement and uncertainty.In an afternoon full of momentum swings, Melochick's p Read More →

Vigil held for honors student killed in drive-by shooting

Saturday night, friends and family gathered in Little Haiti to mourn the loss of Lexsis Ray, 17, another innocent teen killed in the crossfire of a drive-by shooting. Read More →

Castor Oil for Hair Growth

One of the many herbs for hair growth includes castor oil which provides many benefits for hair. Read More →

After Stroke Scans, Patients Face Serious Health Risks

Among patients tested for strokes with a complex type of brain scan, radiation overdoses were more widespread than previously known, a New York Times examination has found. Read More →

Reader Says — Patents Stop Innovation

This is a comment left by a reader in response to Propecia being under patent protection… And that is exactly why we need to see the end of Patent laws as we know them today, companies are given way too much time to bleed us. Its evil. Especially when medication has been Government funded or approved. The real issue is that patents stop other... [Read more of this review]

Is Toppik Causing My Hair Loss to Speed Up?

I have used the “cover-up” product, Toppik, for a couple of years with pretty good results. I have recently read — albeit online, so of course I am quite guarded in my reaction — that there is aluminum in this keratin fiber product which may actually clog pores and cause or speed up hair loss/miniaturization. While I have continued... [Read more of this review]

In the News - Offshore Stem Cells Treatments Offer False Hope

Snippet from the article: Dr. George Q. Daley sits at his keyboard and types “stem cell treatments.” In less than a second he gets 13.4 million Google hits. “Here’s a website where they claim over 1,500 patients treated,” says Daley, one of the world’s foremost stem cell researchers. “That doesn’t mean... [Read more of this review]

My Aunt Got a Chemical Burn a Year Ago and Still Has a Bald Spot

Hi there it has been 1 year since my aunt has burnt my scalp with a relaxer it was red then healed but now there is a bald spot will my hair grow back and i am 14. what can i do to help it grow back? how fast will it grow? please help! Honestly, I do not know. Your aunt’s hair may never grow back if the damage is significant and the burn went... [Read more of this review]

My Hair Looks Worse After Each Transplant!

Doctor, I started noticing hair loss around the age of 26. I tried the laser for a year and did not believe it worked and took propecia, but felt that did not provide help either. In 2009 I decided to have a hair transplant surgery 2,000 hairs. 1,000 in the front and 1,000 in the back. After the transplant I began finasteride and rogaine to maintain... [Read more of this review]

Making Sense of Hair Loss Drug Stats

Dr. Rassman, you have said before that minoxidil works for about half of men. The box says that minoxidil has only been proven to work for men experiencing hair loss at the apex/top of head and not for men that are balding from the front. Are these clinical studies made up of men that are already “good candidates”, meaning they have the right kind... [Read more of this review]

Fungal Infection In Recipient Area a Month After My Transplant

Hi, I received a hair transplant FUE type, nearly two months ago. I am a male and aged 46 years. After the first month i developed bumps of dry scalp on the transplanted area only. The Doctor stated that this was a fungal infection, so i started using Nizoral shampoo after using this shampoo for 15 day’s the condition has cleared. My question... [Read more of this review]

How Fast Does an Eyebrow Transplant Grow?

Hello Dr. In How many month I can see the final results for an eyebrow transplant? As with hair transplant surgery on the scalp, you should see some results from an eyebrow transplant anywhere between 3 months up to 12 months after the procedure. Some grow faster, some grow slower. Everybody is different. [tags]hair transplant, eyebrow transplant,... [Read more of this review]

‘Daddy’s in heaven’: Rig victims’ families share memories, mementos

Sherri Revette cuts through thick pines, guiding the four-wheeler down dirt and mud trails to her tranquil spot, a sandbar along the Chickasawhay River about a mile behind her home in the backwoods of Mississippi. Read More →

The Mets Gain a Moral Victory, Suffer an Actual Loss

Never have the Mets fought so hard for so little. Health - Shopping - Ethics - Philosophy - Home Read More →

Router connectivity problem is common

Learn to live with loss of connection It has been a few weeks since I tried to solve the bulging mailbox. Lets see if we can resolve some of your lingering questions today. Q: I keep losing the wireless connection to my home router (a Linksys) every few days. My Windows laptop wont connect to it until I unplug it and plug it back in. Then it works for... [Read more of this review]

Photos/Video: On The View 50 Cent Talks Weight Loss, Scars & Movies

*50 Cent appeared on the daily talk show The View on Wednesday to discuss many topics, including his highly publicized weight loss for his upcoming movie Things Fall Apart in which he plays a cancer-ridden football player. He also talked about the scars he received from his recent tattoo removals, and his budding movie career. [...] Read More →

Michael Tomasky: Daniel Schorr

One can't say it's a shock when a 93-year-old-man dies, but the death of veteran American newsman Daniel Schorr this morning at that rich age is a real loss for American journalism. Schorr comes from a time and culture, CBS News in the 1950s, when putting news on television was considered such a civic trust and responsibility that the news division... [Read more of this review]

Beijing 101 products contain undeclared western medicine

Two products used by Beijing 101 Hair Consultants have been found to contain an undeclared western medicinal ingredient by the Health Sciences Authority (HSA). These two products are labelled to "promote hair growth, reduce hair loss and improve blood circulation". Read More →

Do Herbal Treatments for Hair Loss Really Work? - Herbal Health 101

As someone who suffers from hair loss due to hormonal imbalance, I have tried various things to get my hair to grow back. Read More →

Aromatherapy: Competing for Your Nose

The claims run the gamut, but aromatherapy is sweet-smelling, not scientifically proven. Read More →

Markets in Brief

Ness Technologies beat analysts predictions by a hair, with revenues of $139.7 million in the second quarter of 2010. Analysts had on average predicted $137.2 million. Read More →

Donor Scarring from Hair Plugs Done About 30 Years Ago

Thirty years ago I had 4 or 5 sessions hair transplant sessions done using the old punch graph method. For most of those years I was fairly satisfied. Lately that has not been the case. The appearance of corn rows is starting to show in the front and it is getting harder to cover up the donor area in the back. Twenty years ago I spoke to a specialist... [Read more of this review]

Does a Hairline Shift When Closing a Strip Procedure?

Hi, doc. I’ve been researching hair-transplantation, and I have a question concerning F.U.T. (strip-harvesting): I understand, in this method, a strip is excised from the back of the scalp, the wound then closed. I wonder, then, is not the overall surface of the scalp reduced in this procedure? After two or three procedures, especially, (or even... [Read more of this review]

In the News - Prince Kept His Hair By Playing Guitar?

Snippet from the article: Prince believes playing the electric guitar has stopped him from going bald. The 52-year-old pop legend - who can play 27 different instruments - is convinced the electricity that flows through a guitar when he strums it is the reason … [visit site to read more]  Read More →

HILLSBORO Star-Journal

One communitys loss is anothers gain. Such is the case this year with Marion County Fair, which confirmed Monday that a carnival will be at the fair for the first time since 2007. Another fair had complications, leaving Pride Amusements of Galena with an empty week. Read More →

I Just Moved and Now I’m Losing Hair

I recently moved to US (bay area) and have been noticing a lot of hair fall. Slightly pulling my hair causes them to come out. I have no serious illness etc. What could be causing the increased hair loss? Thanks! It could be a variety of things. Perhaps it is your genetics and the timing was coincidental to the move… or it could be stress-induced... [Read more of this review]

Salon Duarte Selects Leonor Greyl for Exclusive Partnership to Provide Customized, Environmentally Safe, Sodium …

Salon Duarte, owned by celebrity hair stylist Eva Diaz Duarte, is pleased to announce its exclusive partnership with Leonor Greyl, a Paris, France based customized hair treatment system based upon the fundamental philosophy of natural, SLS / parabens / silicon / coal tar free products that nourish and feed the hair and scalp rather than strip and coat... [Read more of this review]

Male Pattern Baldness Explained

Losing hair is a natural process for men and women, with the average adult losing up to 100 hairs per day. Read More →

Sammi Sweetheart’s Weight Loss: ‘Jersey Shore’ Star Drops 15 Lbs (PHOTOS)

What's Your Reaction? 'Jersey Shore' star Sammi Sweetheart dropped 15 lbs for Season 2, premiering Thursday, and she shared how she did it with Life & Style magazine. Her secret? The guidette dropped pasta. Read More →

Male Pattern Baldness Explained

Losing hair is a natural process for men and women, with the average adult losing up to 100 hairs per day. Read More →

Dunedin mourns sudden loss of Bellini Restaurant

By Lorri Helfand, Times Staff Writer Tuesday, July 27, 2010 Samira Haidar peeks into the window of Bellini Restaurant Tuesday. It closed on July 12. DUNEDIN Great Italian food, fine wine, warm hospitality. That's what patrons of Bellini Restaurant came to expect until the restaurant abruptly closed two weeks ago. David Roy, who owns Meranova Guest... [Read more of this review]

Oil catastrophe wasn’t just an accident

The blowout is stopped. The oil disaster that began with an explosion 100 days ago has not ended by any means. But we seem to be seeing a murky ending to the beginning of the crisis. Read More →

Undeclared medicinal substance found in haircare products

SINGAPORE: The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) says two products used as hair care therapy by Beijing 101 Hair Consultants contain an undeclared Western medicinal ingredient. Read More →

Minoxidil in hair growth items

THE Health Sciences Authority (HSA) has detected an undeclared western medicinal ingredient in two Beijing 101 Hair Consultants products. Both hair growth formula D-2653-B and hair growth tonic E-0583-D were found to contain minoxidil during HSA's regular product quality sampling programme. Read More →

Harry Reid, governor trade jabs over loss of education funding

Minutes after news broke that Nevada was not among the 19 states to qualify for millions of dollars in federal education grants, Sen. Harry Reid cast blame for the states failure on Gov. Jim Gibbons, the unpopular lame-duck Republican. Read More →

Wig Boutique open to cancer patients

Plainfield resident Lisa Burnoski, 39, chose a shoulder-length brown wig with golden highlights, a close match to her natural hair. At the time of her wig-fitting appointment, Burnoski had completed one chemotherapy treatment for breast cancer and was told she could expect to lose her hair within weeks."My doctor suggested I get a wig before I needed... [Read more of this review]

Students let their hair down in a good cause

Milly Sanders on the catwalk at the Carisbrooke High School fashion show. Picture by Peter Boam. THE worlds of art and fashion came together at Carisbrooke High School when students strutted their stuff on the catwalk to raise funds for a charity which supports people suffering from hair loss. Read More →

A little less hair

Kiara Sarner of Newton recently donated 10 inches of hair to Locks of Love. Melissa Wildrick, owner of Salon Bleu in Augusta, cut Kiaras hair and will send it to Locks of Love, a non-profit organization that makes wigs for children who have suffered hair loss for medical reasons. Anyone interested in donating 10 or more inches of hair can call Salon... [Read more of this review]

Between the Lines / A major loss

I'm sorry, but I just couldn't bring myself to shed any tears over George Steinbrenner 's recent demise. Nor did I grieve the passing of the Yankees' stentorian announcer, Bob Shepherd . But I was sad when I heard that Ralph Houk had died at the age of 90. Read More →

50 Most Beautiful People 2010 HTML Page 1

Next ten Marie Sylla-Dixon: Guineas loss Age: 34 Hometown: Abidjan, Read more... Read More →

Settling In to a Hair Loss Pattern?

Hi, Dr. Rassman. Thanks for answering all of our questions. My question is, How likely is it for someone to “settle in” to a level of hair loss (Norwood 3A, for example) and not see any more rapid loss for a period of time (years, for example)? Do some people get to a certain level of hair loss beyond a mature hairline and stay that way... [Read more of this review]

Stocks sag on consumer confidence

The S&P snapped a three-day winning streak on Tuesday after mixed earnings reports and a fall in consumer confidence, but analysts said U.S. stocks were taking a breather and the rally could pick back up. Read More →

Stocks sag on consumer confidence

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Review: ‘Rent’ in San Jose rocks

The City Lights Theater Company's production of 'Rent' has some flaws but it's also a vibrant show. Read More →

Press Release - New Laser Cleared by FDA for Female Hair Loss

Snippet from the press release: The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has just cleared a new laser proven to regrow hair in women. The FDA ruling was based on a study performed by Dr. Grant Koher which showed that low level laser light, specifically with a precise wavelength, provides a medically significant treatment for women’s hair... [Read more of this review]

FanHouse: Whether Paul stays or goes, NBA has lost integrity

Waaaah! I want to play with my buddies. If you don't let me, I'll take my ball and go home. Then I'll kick and scream until I get more millions for my millions while saying it's really about trying to win world championships. Read More →

After Taking Propecia for Years, Should I Up the Dosage?

Hi Doc. Right know I’m on Propecia for 3 years, but I’m noticing some thinning in the frontal area. Would it be effective to start to take 2 mg a day? Thank you. Increasing the medication dosage will not necessarily slow down or help stop the hair loss process. Propecia is a good medication, but it is not the magic bullet. It does not... [Read more of this review]

In the News - Bald Women Are a Fashion Statement?

Snippet from the article: Women who want to go bald as a fashion statement may find the process smoother than ever. Some fashion experts believe female baldness is getting its most positive fashion exposure since singer Sinead O’Connor hit it big in 1990. Although Britney Spears went bald a few years back, it was viewed as a cry for help, not... [Read more of this review]

Have You Seen David Mow ?

He suffers from memory loss and needs medical help. Memory loss - Memory - Hardware - Health - Dementia Read More →

Cutting hair and pounds: Asheville mayor, 41 others compete to be local biggest loser

ASHEVILLE Gwen Hines signed up for the weight-loss challenge at Stefanie's Hair and Beauty Design Studio for the money. Read More →

New hair care service for Eastbourne cancer patients

PEOPLE affected by cancer in Eastbourne can now get specialist hair care advice under a new partnership launched by Toni and Guy with Macmillan Cancer Support. (23/07/2010 12:16:51) Read More →

A little less hair

Kiara Sarner of Newton recently donated 10 inches of hair to Locks of Love. Melissa Wildrick, owner of Salon Bleu in Augusta, cut Kiaras hair and will send it to Locks of Love, a non-profit organization that makes wigs for children who have suffered hair loss for medical reasons. Anyone interested in donating 10 or more inches of hair can call Salon... [Read more of this review]

Turn down the volume to save your hearing

Long exposure to everyday sounds such as city traffic can damage ears Read More →

Cutting hair and pounds: Asheville mayor, 41 others compete to be local biggest loser

ASHEVILLE Gwen Hines signed up for the weight-loss challenge at Stefanie's Hair and Beauty Design Studio for the money. Read More →

I’m a Foursquare stalker

Move over Twitter, there's a new social networking tool everyone's talking about. But is Foursquare, which reveals your exact location to other people, a stalker's dream? Leo Hickman reveals how he used it to follow a stranger. Read More →

Little League Softball: Waterford South earns third game

After a tough loss to Orange on Sunday, Waterford South coach Scott Reagan did something extraordinary to help restore moral before Mondays Little League Softball state finals game. He allowed the team to dye his hair blue. Read More →

Wyatt faces close shave

The Coalition is pinning its hopes on the baby-faced son of a strawberry farmer, writes Saffron Howden. Read More →

A kinder, gentler ‘electroshock’ therapy

MORRISTOWN The smallest of acts signaled Ginny Brennan's release from severe depression this past March: She brushed her hair and put a ribbon in it. When she met other inpatients at Overlook Hospital that day, she looked at them and said, "Hello." Read More →

Why Do You Keep Saying Propecia Doesn’t Work in the Hairline?

Propecia does work in the front!! Why you keep saying it doesn’t or is of little help that confuses everyone! If you mean that for example you are a NW3 and want to become a NW2 then its true Propecia won’t magically grow those hairs but in very rare cases im sure it has. But if your front is thinning it CAN STOP those hairs from continuing... [Read more of this review]

The Fashion Police Get Serious

A Native American family fights bureaucratic grooming policies, how can this case translate to burqa bans Religion - Law - Freedom of religion - Circuit Court - Native American Read More →

Young bloke faces close shave

The Coalition is pinning its hopes on the baby-faced son of a strawberry farmer, writes Saffron Howden. Read More →

Searches for biological fathers don’t always have Hollywood endings

Devon knows her father is a thin man with hazel eyes and wavy brown hair -- but she may never know his name. Read More →

The Price of a FUE Megasession?

hi Dr. Rassman, i just had a quick question for you and i would really appreciated if you could answer it. well dr. rassman i just wanted to know, i’m thinking of having a hair transplant and the only way would be with the FUE procedure. i’ve been saving money for that the past 4 years just for this, so was just wondering let say i get a... [Read more of this review]

I Was Born with a Bald Spot

I was born with a bald spot on the side of my head. About the age of 14 I noticed that some hair in the middle of the bald spot grew and is long. Now at age 23 it’s still there and some strands of hair if you look closely here and there. What caused this and why did some hair grew back. I don’t have a clue without seeing just what you... [Read more of this review]

Foursquare: a stalker’s dream?

It's the coolest social networking tool in the world. But is the geo-location app Foursquare a stalker's dream? Just how easy it is to uncover the intimate details of a complete stranger's life? Louise has straight, auburn hair and, judging by the only photograph I have of her, she's in her 30s. She works in recruitment. I also know which train station... [Read more of this review]

No Growth Months After My Hair Transplant — Am I a Slow Responder?

I had a transplant on 3.16.10. The crown and the left and right sides frontal. Went in for a 4 month check up and nothing has started to come in. I had no post operative issues. I was very careful for the 2 weeks post op with the grafts. Doctor said I am a slow responder and to come back at 7 months. I been on the internet and I see all these patients... [Read more of this review]

The Morning After

AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh Sweep Goes To The Schlitter For Cubs The Cubs battled back from an early hole but couldn't take advantage of men on base in a 4-3 extra-inning loss to the Cardinals, preventing a Cubs' sweep. The Cubs put the lead-off man on in each of the first five innings, giving themselves plenty of chances. But the team went 2-for-13 with runners... [Read more of this review]

Young bloke faces close shave

The Coalition is pinning its hopes on the baby-faced son of a strawberry farmer, writes Saffron Howden. Read More →

Caring for Sandar

Caring for Sandar Read More →

US NeoTechs Announces Exclusive Agreement with NeoGraft Hair Restoration Technologies

US NeoTechs develops clinical support program for the innovative technology that NeoGraft creates for the treatment of hair loss in men and women Read More →

Reviewing the Season Premiere of Mad Men

SPOILER ALERT: Before you read this post, turn on the TV in your lonely bachelor apartment and watch last night's season premiere of Mad Men. Read More →

Michigan group ‘Wigs 4 Kids’ helps children facing cancer fight

ST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich. (AP) Pulling the lime-green apron over the smooth tan of her bare scalp and black Justin Bieber T-shirt, 10-year-old Madison Parrish sat down in front of a white canvas to paint a seascape. Read More →

Tumor patients form bond

A retired truck driver and a language teacher struck up an unlikely friendship in a medical waiting room, a place where differences in age, education and income don't much matter. Especially if both are fighting brain cancer. Read More →

Cards salvage finale

Lopez hits solo homer on two-out full count in 11th as Cards avoid being swept by Cubs. Read More →

A little less hair

Kiara Sarner of Newton recently donated 10 inches of hair to Locks of Love. Melissa Wildrick, owner of Salon Bleu in Augusta, cut Kiaras hair and will send it to Locks of Love, a non-profit organization that makes wigs for children who have suffered hair loss for medical reasons. Anyone interested in donating 10 or more inches of hair can call Salon... [Read more of this review]

Free your mind

It's the middle of summer, the heat is mind-blowing, and your favorite mental health pro is inconveniently on vacation. Perhaps -- just perhaps -- the latest in the psych mags can help. The July issue of Scientific American Mind isn't likely to keep you healthier this summer, but... Read More →

Concert reviews: Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Eric Burdon and the Animals and Smashing Pumpkins

Concert reviews: Though heavy rain demolished chances of the Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers concert at First Niagara Pavilion being a comfortable experience, fans wouldn't back down. Read More →

Tom Bowles: Five things we learned at Indy

It's never over 'til it's over. For a second straight year, the Brickyard 400 invited us in for a snooze-inducing, dominant performance by one driver that had the trophy all but engraved by halfway. With just 25 laps to go, Juan Pablo Montoya seemingly had nothing to worry about except clearing his throat for the victory speech. Read More →

Tom Bowles: Five things we learned at Indy

It's never over 'til it's over. For a second straight year, the Brickyard 400 invited us in for a snooze-inducing, dominant performance by one driver that had the trophy all but engraved by halfway. With just 25 laps to go, Juan Pablo Montoya seemingly had nothing to worry about except clearing his throat for the victory speech. Read More →

Turn down the volume to save your hearing

Whether it's the brief bang of a firecracker or eight hours in a busy wood shop, loud sounds damage the sensitive hair cells of the inner ear. Read More →

The final chapter: Fight with cancer ends for young Boulder woman

What hurts so much isn't just the loss. Doctors said she only had a 20 percent chance of surviving five years, and she gave her loved ones three years -- each its own miracle -- to say goodbye. Read More →

A little less hair

Kiara Sarner of Newton recently donated 10 inches of hair to Locks of Love. Melissa Wildrick, owner of Salon Bleu in Augusta, cut Kiaras hair and will send it to Locks of Love, a non-profit organization that makes wigs for children who have suffered hair loss for medical reasons. Anyone interested in donating 10 or more inches of hair can call Salon... [Read more of this review]

A little less hair

Kiara Sarner of Newton recently donated 10 inches of hair to Locks of Love. Melissa Wildrick, owner of Salon Bleu in Augusta, cut Kiaras hair and will send it to Locks of Love, a non-profit organization that makes wigs for children who have suffered hair loss for medical reasons. Anyone interested in donating 10 or more inches of hair can call Salon... [Read more of this review]

New Market Research Report: Medicated Skin Care - Ukraine

The dynamic of market growth was weaker in 2009 compared to 2008, as such categories as medicated shampoos, hair loss treatments and acne treatments are regarded, like cosmetics, as nonessential products, where people could save money in the case of real income decrease. Read More →

Mane’ problem

Hair loss can have a profound effect on self-esteem, triggering depression and so, ironically, hindering recovery. Read More →

Do Celebrities Have Access to Hair Loss Cures?

Dear Doc. Once again a question about Matthew Mcconaughey’s hair. I know people have different views on his regrowth. If he’s using a hair piece or have had a transplant. He’s claiming to use Regenix. He must be paid by them. Because if Regenix can cure hair loss like that, the company would be one of the richest companies in the world.... [Read more of this review]

Am I Looking at Hair Genetics the Wrong Way?

Hello doctors, thank you so much for taking the time to do this, I really appreciate it. Let me start off saying that I am a male and 19 years old. My question is about family hair types and the balding gene. My father is bald (looks like NW6 or NW5V). When he was younger, he told me he had hair that was like mine in that it was wavy/not naturally... [Read more of this review]

Love loss inspires Wolf’s latest album

The cover of Jim Wolf 's recently released CD shows a beautiful girl lying on a bed, looking away, as a cool-looking dude with trendy hair and stylish, long side burns stares outward, at the presumed audience. Read More →

Hair it is, a question of colour

It's the phrase being whispered during candid vox pops in safe and marginal electorates. It's the term twittered by opposition leaders. It's the insult bandied around in school classrooms, in nightclubs and at workplaces. It's "ranga": redhead. Read More →

Mayapuri radiation: Court notice to Delhi University

The Delhi High Court Friday issued notice to the Delhi University on a plea filed by two people seeking compensation after being exposed to radiation from Cobalt 60 isotopes in a Mayapuri scrap market in May. Read More →

Would My Regrowth Be Even Better If I Didn’t Take 2 Weeks Off Propecia Last Year?

Dr. Rassman, Thank you for taking the time with this blog and the questions you have answered for me over the past year. I’m 30, I take Propecia and have been on it a year for crown thinning. I’ve gotten very good results but have a question that has been bugging me. Last year, after a month on propecia, I read a lot of scare-stuff on the... [Read more of this review]

Emily Farache: Hair and Ego: Part One

Hair is an excellent barometer for life. Leave the house with bad hair? Guaranteed lousy day. In contrast, fantastic morning styling yields an excellent 24 hours. Read More →

Scalp Massage After a Hair Transplant

Greetings Dr. Rassman! I just had a hair transplant about a month and a half ago. I had a full body massage today and I made the mistake of dozing off during the session. While I was asleep, the masseuse did massage my head, which probably involved some hair pulling and moderately heavy pressure on the scalp. When I woke up, there were 5 red spots... [Read more of this review]

How to Handle Thinning Hair

Q: My hair is thinning. Is there anything I can do? A: For nearly half of women who experience some hair loss, ita TMs caused by a hereditary condition known as alopecia. Read More →

Memory loss man found in street

A man found in an Edinburgh street with a head injury has no idea who he is, where he lives, or where he is from. Read More →

A little less hair

Kiara Sarner of Newton recently donated 10 inches of hair to Locks of Love. Melissa Wildrick, owner of Salon Bleu in Augusta, cut Kiaras hair and will send it to Locks of Love, a non-profit organization that makes wigs for children who have suffered hair loss for medical reasons. Anyone interested in donating 10 or more inches of hair can call Salon... [Read more of this review]

Biopsy Indicates MPB or Mature Hairline?

I just got the results from a scalp biopsy. My doctor had some interesting conclusions. I was wondering if I could run them by you. She said that the results from the biopsy were able to differentiate between MPB and a maturing hairline. Is that possible? She said that the biopsy did indicate MPB. I find this confusing considering I have only lost... [Read more of this review]

My Doctor Recommends One Proscar Tablet a Week

I’m an 18-year old male showing the first stages of male pattern baldness. My doctor has prescribed me 1-tablet of Proscar 5mg, per week. Is this a common dosage? All the literature indicates that 1mg/day of Propecia is the correct dose. If I persist with one tablet of Proscar 5mg/week, is it enough to do the job, considering the short half-life... [Read more of this review]

Wearing Lace Wigs with Female Hair Loss

What do you think of wearing hair systems or lace wigs..for people that are losing their hair? I saw two companies that I am interested in www.kaisdreamhair.com and www.divalacewigs.com. Do you think this is a good route to go..or should I purchase products and try to let my hair grow naturally. I have did my research for a year and these are supposed... [Read more of this review]

How Much Are Sideburn Transplants?

The problem that I have is the inability to grow sideburns due to sparcity of hair in that region. I have seen the results on your website and I am interested in obtaining information on procedures, costs, etc. If you could provide me with any details on how to initiate the process, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank You. You’ll need to start... [Read more of this review]

Berken walks in eventual winning run in O’s 5-4 loss

After Tejada's questionable fielding decision, Berken walks in eventual winning run There were several things that happened in the Orioles' 5-4 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday that were indisputable. Read More →

New Drugs Buoy Hopes in Fighting Hepatitis C

The late-trial success of telaprevir has given medical experts reason to believe a new wave of drugs could lead to far better treatment outcomes for patients who have the virus. Read More →

Rogaine Worked Great but I Stopped Due to Loss of Libido

Hey thanks for your time. I had been using rogaine 5% solution for about 2 years. I only used it once a day.. but I used a lot more than the recommended dosage(all over my head). I have had a lot of regrowth even on the hair line. I quit using rogaine about a month ago due to face bloating and loss of libido. I started taking procerin about a week after... [Read more of this review]

Too much malaria drug bleached teen’s hair

People, pay attention to the instructions on your meds. If not for your health at least consider your hair. Read More →

Brandon Inge’s absence hurts, but pitching remains No. 1 need

How can we blame Tigers fans for pulling out their hair over Inge's injury? He's not Brooks Robinson. He's not even Hubie Brooks. But he's the everyday third basemen who fields his position as well as anyone and actually was starting to hit a little bit. Read More →

Shampoo for Thinning Hair?

What is the best shampoo for thinning hair ? I saw this shampoo called Nano on the internet which is made by a doctor ,what do you think about it ? Thank you for your time ! Just because its made or promoted by a doctor doesn’t mean it’s going to work. I don’t know too much about the Nano shampoo, but the doctor that promotes it has... [Read more of this review]

Brandon Inge’s absence hurts, but pitching remains No. 1 need

How can we blame Tigers fans for pulling out their hair over Inge's injury? He's not Brooks Robinson. He's not even Hubie Brooks. But he's the everyday third basemen who fields his position as well as anyone and actually was starting to hit a little bit. Read More →

Michael Rose: Drop Top Gorgeous: Mazda Miata Turning Heads for 20 Years

How did Mazda reinvent the classic British sports car? They listened to a group of Southern California dreamers who lamented the loss of the "everyman" British sports cars. Read More →

Clobex Spray and Spironolactone to Treat Female Hair Loss?

(female) I recently saw a dermatologist for my thinning hair. I’m not familiar with the medical terms he used, but he has me on clobex spray twice daily and spironolactone twice daily. I so desperately want something to work! I use hairmax lazer comb and rogaine. I am seeing hair growth on the sides near the temples but not much on top.Please... [Read more of this review]

Reds riding deep rotation into playoff hunt

Reds riding deep rotation into playoff hunt Read More →

The politics of hair

In January, Bill Gates took time out of " helping all people lead healthy, productive lives " and making sure his children weren't using iPods to make a barbed swipe at Silvio Berlusconi's tragic battle with hair loss. Read More →

How Long Can Vellus Hairs Get?

Hey Doctor My question is a brief one, in regards to Vellus hairs, how long can they grow? Occasionally i will find that a hair has fallen out that is quite abit shorter than the rest on my hair, and alot thinner. For example my hair is 5 inches long, and the smaller thinner hair that falls out is 2 inches long. Is this a vellus hair? Thanks Vellus... [Read more of this review]

Storms threaten to shut down BP’s Gulf well work

Storms are threatening to delay BP's undersea efforts to permanently plug the leaky well in the Gulf of Mexico. Read More →

Relief tunnel should reach BP Gulf well by weekend

The federal government's spill chief said a relief tunnel should finally reach BP's broken Gulf of Mexico well by the weekend, meaning the three-month-old gusher could be snuffed for good within two weeks. Read More →

Hair Loss Causes And Treatment

Among the good reason why you are curious on reading this topic is about your deep concern on hair loss or perhaps you feel the concern on how to prevent hair loss. Read More →

1 Killed In Restaurant Fire

PORT ORANGE, Fla. -- A body was found in the debris of a Port Orange restaurant fire. Police say the Biscuits 'N' Gravy restaurant was a total loss after Tuesday morning's fire. Read More →

Provillus Treatment With Minoxidil

Provillus is a hair loss treatment that combines minoxidil with vitamins and supplements. Read More →

Provillus Treatment With Minoxidil

Provillus is a hair loss treatment that combines minoxidil with vitamins and supplements. Read More →

A little less hair

Kiara Sarner of Newton recently donated 10 inches of hair to Locks of Love. Melissa Wildrick, owner of Salon Bleu in Augusta, cut Kiaras hair and will send it to Locks of Love, a non-profit organization that makes wigs for children who have suffered hair loss for medical reasons. Anyone interested in donating 10 or more inches of hair can call Salon... [Read more of this review]

Loss for Princeton, gain for Ottawa

North Central Illinois Council of Governments is making the move from Princeton to Ottawa. The organization plans to take advantage of a low-interest revolving loan fund. The NCICG is paying $65,000 for property at 613 W. Marquette St., which Read More →

Soldier Comes Home to Transformed Wife

While Ft. Lewis-based soldier served overseas, his wife fought a weight loss battle at home When members of the 3rd Stryker Brigade arrive at Fort Lewis Tuesday night, there will be plenty of emotional reunions as battle-weary soldiers rush toward the familiar faces of loved ones. But Sgt. Thomas Cetta could have a hard time recognizing his wife. Read More →

UPJ coach switches to Greensburg

The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstowns loss is University of Pittsburgh at Greensburgs gain. Erin Eaton, the assistant basketball coach at UPJ for the past two years under Sasha Palmer, has been hired as the new womens head basketball coach and assistant athletic director at Pitt-Greensburg. Read More →

Franchise Growth Systems and Evolution Hair Centers Announce New Franchise Opportunities

Franchise Growth Systems is offering express unit, single unit and master developmental franchise opportunities for a low level laser therapy hair loss treatment concept that continues to see steady growth. Read More →

Deputies: Bookkeeper steals $176K from law firm

Investigators say an office manager at Clearwater's Golson Law Firm wrote herself checks to pay bills from restaurants, retail stores, hair salons, car rentals and hotels in Orlando, San Francisco, Disney and Chicago. Read More →

Elgin Corners businesses tackle crime

Repeated break-ins at Elgin Corners have merchants at a loss for what more can be done to curb the trend. Since the complex opened at 140 Street and 32 Avenue about three years ago, all but one of the businesses have been targeted by thieves, some more than once. Read More →

Side Effects from Finasteride, But No Side Effects from Dutasteride?

Hi Doctor! I am very happy that I found your great site! I am 24 year old male with about a Norwood 2. Here in Hungary I dont think we would have good doctors being expert in hair loss treatment. I visited one of them (advertised by the spectral dnc site), but she stood against taking pills for my hair loss at such a young age (and after reading some... [Read more of this review]

Friends and relatives mourn the loss of Ventura hairdresser

As relatives and friends mourned the loss of Katie Lively in a Ventura car crash this weekend, they recalled the 29-year-old hair stylist as a warm, kind woman who loved to make others happy. Read More →

Turn back time: Surgery isn’t the only way to stay young

Even though most folks would rather not end up with a facelift fiasco like Joan Rivers or Kenny Rogers, growing old gracefully doesn't mean you have to embrace every wrinkle or gray hair. Read More →

What Could Cause Histogen to Fail?

Hi Doc, i’m sure you heard and saw Histogen’s Pilot Study and the general comment i saw in all the forums were that is really promising. i hope you can answer my question.. what do you see that MAY be a downfall in Histogen HSC plan? and do you think its results are more promising than hair cloning? i know that we have been hearing the quote... [Read more of this review]

LaserComb Cooking DHT?

I came across an interesting blog post of a guy stating that by the prolonged use of laser comb (holding it in position for a long period) allows it to neutralize the effect of DHT by making the scalp to secrete it along with some sebum and that it gave him wonderous results in the long run could you please share us our comments on this, do you think... [Read more of this review]

FBI Joins Police In Search For Officer’s Killers

Chicago police officers struggle to come to grips with the loss of one of their own. Officer Michael Bailey was shot and killed outside his own home on the South Side on Sunday. Meanwhile, the FBI has joined police in the search for the slain officer's killers. Read More →

No, It’s Not A Chupacabra In Dauphin County

The Dauphin County Game Commission is cautioning residents of a coyote in the area. Although coyotes can be found in any county, the commission believes this coyote may be infected with mange. Witnesses report seeing a significant amount of hair loss on the animal. Mange is a skin disease involving mites, that infects coyotes. Read More →

Staph Infection on My Crown

i had a staph infection on the crown of my head. my question is that it has left bald patches in my scalp and in other areas around my head but mainly on the crown. I do not have male pattern balding but will Rogaine help regrow the hair? Rogaine (minoxidil) may help regrow some hair, but it usually takes about one full year for you to notice some difference.... [Read more of this review]

Investigators: Arsonist tunneled through dojo to target bakery

SAN ANTONIO -- At Izzy's Cuts N Fades, you need juice to run the hair clippers. But the power isn't coming on for awhile, in the wake of an arson fire two doors down. Arson investigators are attempting to figure out who started a fire at a north-east side shopping plaza. The early-morning blaze severely damaged a bakery and a martial arts school. Fire... [Read more of this review]

The Extra Fug

Sometimes, when I'm at a loss for a place to start with regard to an outfit, I just look to the wearer's face. And in ninety percent of the photos, this is what Katie Holmes is doing:This says, "Yeah. I'm... Read More →

Port Orange restaurant destroyed by fire

An fire early this morning destroyed a widely-known restaurant on Nova Road in Port Orange, a fire official said. The Biscuits and Gravy eatery was a total loss in a fire that was reported shortly before 1 a.m., said Port... Read More →

A burqa for all seasons

The debate about the moral rights and wrongs of wearing the burqa continues across Western nations who fear the confronting nature of the burqa wearer. They are affronted by a supposed loss of identity and self-isolation. Read More →

I have the cure for baldness

Meet Paul Kemp. He may be about to announce what for bald men is the Holy Grail - a way of making hair grow again, using stem-cell technology. Read More →

I have the cure for baldness

Meet Paul Kemp. He may be about to announce what for bald men is the Holy Grail - a way of making hair grow again, using stem-cell technology. Read More →

Butler’s Howard opts to stash away ’stache

Matt Howard long hair and mustache during the NCAA tournament developed a cult following. But like Butler's... Read More →

Turn back time: Surgery isn’t the only way to stay young

Even though most folks would rather not end up with a facelift fiasco like Joan Rivers or Kenny Rogers, growing old gracefully doesn't mean you have to embrace every wrinkle or gray hair. Read More →

Wigs aren’t only the thing offered as nonprofit expands

Pulling the lime-green apron over the smooth tan of her bare scalp and black Justin Bieber T-shirt, 10-year-old Madison Parrish sat down in front of a white canvas to paint a seascape. For once, the fourth-grader was just another child with a brush in her hand, not the bald kid with a severe form of alopecia, an autoimmune disease that renders her body... [Read more of this review]

Caring for our crowning glory

THE crowning glory of local personalities Juliana Evan, Irma Hasmie and Julia Ziegler enjoyed a treat during their time spent at Jess De Beaute hair and beauty salon in Section 13, Shah Alam. Read More →

Hair Growth Solutions for Men and Women

Hair loss is an experience no one would want to go through with. When you are having problems with your hair either hair thinning or hair loss, there is always a solution to it. Read More →

Is the Hairline More Sensitive to Testosterone?

Doctor reading this really scared me. Its from hairlosshelp.com This is what someone posted regarding propecia “Yes. I barely had any recession, it honestly looked like maturing of the hairline, and me having my dads hairline, it looked like thats what was happenning. Eight months in 2/3 of the front of my head fall out, I end up shedding 100+... [Read more of this review]

Did I Lose Part of My Hairline Because I Stopped Propecia for a Week?

hi doc, A few months ago i was studying for exams, which was obviously stressful. Around that time i ran out of propecia for a week, suprise suprise, i then realised my left hairline had taken a beating which wasnt there before. my question is, is it possible that i lost hair by stopping propecia for a week? if i lost hair because of stress when can... [Read more of this review]

I Was Told to Use Minoxidil After My Hair Transplant

Hi I recently had a direct implantation and I was told to use minoxidil 5% which I am not sure if is something I would like to use because of its many, quite weird for me,side effects. Is it essential after implantation? or is there something else I could use that could be safer? thanks Minoxidil (Rogaine) isn’t essential after a surgery, but... [Read more of this review]

Cosmetology program to hold benefit

The faculty and students of Blue Ridge Community Colleges cosmetology program are holding a benefit event to support Locks of Love from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 6 to 8:30 p.m. July 26. Those donating hair will receive a free haircut and style. Children and adults are welcome. Locks of Love is a not-for-profit organization providing hairpieces to financially... [Read more of this review]

Can Food Cause Hair Loss?

I would just like to ask if a food can cause hair loss. Because I have a project for school and my topic is about hair loss vs. aging. For example if i eat a mango it will caused hair loss? is there something like that? THANKS~! Mango does not cause hair loss. In fact, I do not know of any specific foods that would cause hair loss. Perhaps if you have... [Read more of this review]

Kinnelon kids raise money for young cancer patients

On June 8, the girls of Kinnelon Junior Girl Scout Troop 954 pulled back their hair, rolled up their sleeves, and twirled fresh cones of cotton candy to raise money for childhood cancer patients. Read More →

Loss led to memorable trip - Sun, 18 Jul 2010 PST

American Legion baseball created and formed some of the greatest relationships I have ever had. The team I played on that stands out the most was Maxwell House Restaurant. We were student-athletes at North Central High School, playing ball for Scott Harmon. Read More →

Seeking For A Hair Loss Treatment Immediately

There are many causes that can be associated with hair loss and most of these causes came from harmful sickness that usually results in having poor immunization. Read More →

Losing it: Tamara Beckwith falls victim to the curse of the hair extension… just like Naomi Campbell

It was a condition first spotted in public when Naomi Campbell stepped out with what seemed like an alarmingly large bald patch on the side of her head. And now another celebrity appears to be suffering from what experts are calling the curse of the hair extension. Read More →

Mel Gibson, hair loss and f-bombs. What a week.

Huh. Look at that. Mel Gibsons in trouble again. Radar Online has posted audio files in which Melvin is heard ranting in a most unpleasant way at his lover and the mother of his child, Oksana Grigorieva. Read More →

Cancer survivor donates 25-inches of hair

FARMINGTION A snip of the scissors was all it took to take away six years of growth. Bill McPherson had his 25-inch-long hair cut off Friday as part of a fundraiser for Relay for Life, an annual event that raises money and awareness of cancer. Read More →

Officer testifies of Mace attack by shoplifter

Makers of the TRIA hair removal system, which costs about $600, advertise it as an alternative to painful waxing. Thursday, a loss prevention officer for Nordstrom's at Short Pump Town Center described in Henrico County court how an effort to retrieve a stolen TRIA system from a North Carolina shopper ... Read More →

Hair House International and Day Spa in Manville understands loyal customers

MANVILLE The Hair House International and Day Spa Owner Mary Tabbit said the key to the South Main Street salon's 27 years of longevity is knowing what customers like and expect. Read More →

Alopecia areata awareness

Whether short and sultry, luxurious and long, voluminous and tightly curled, or silky straight; hair is a mark of beauty and femininity for many women. Read More →

How to Grow Hair with Laser Hair Growth Treatments

Using Low level Laser therapy has being a big step in reducing the amount of hair loss that has increased in recent years. Read More →

Scalp Reductions Done Today?

Hi Doc! I’ve just about made it through all 800+ pages on the Balding Blog and have a couple of questions about scalp reductions. I know you and most hair restoration physicians discredit them, but are there ever cases where one could be performed? Assuming good scalp laxity, how much could be removed without causing the slot deformity in the... [Read more of this review]

A Limited Physician Survey About Finasteride

I belong to an email group of hair transplant physicians who communicate regularly to share information. Most recently, the group was polled to determine the side effects that these doctors see with finasteride. Most doctors reported sexual side effects (range from 2-5%), breast enlargement (very rarely, seems like substantially less than 1%), reduction... [Read more of this review]

Necessary Vitamins that Helps Hair Growth

There are lots of hair loss treatments available in the market now but not all of them assure maximum results. Read More →

How to Grow Hair with Laser Hair Growth Treatments

Using Low level Laser therapy has being a big step in reducing the amount of hair loss that has increased in recent years. Read More →

In the News - Getting the Word Out About Trichotillomania

Snippet from the article: Laura Forbes has a ten-a-day habit that she is desperate to break. She tries to keep her hands and her mind occupied, but when she does succumb to temptation she feels guilty and frustrated to have derailed another attempt to give it up for good. Laura is not addicted to … [visit site to read more]  Read More →

Preventive Propecia?

I have read many articles and questions on Propecia, but one think I never see is if propecia can be used as preventitive measure. For example Im 22 years old and still have a pretty thick heas of hair with a small receiding hairline, but my father is bald and so was my mother’s father so it is more then likely I will also go bald, so I was... [Read more of this review]

Medical cause could be behind woman’s hair loss

Dear Dr. Gott: I am a healthy 43-year-old woman. I am within normal weight, have no medical problems and take only a multiA vitamin and calcium supplement daily. Read More →

Medical cause could be behind woman’s hair loss

Dear Dr. Gott: I am a healthy 43-year-old woman. I am within normal weight, have no medical problems and take only a multiA vitamin and calcium supplement daily. Read More →

Medical cause could be behind woman’s hair loss

Dear Dr. Gott: I am a healthy 43-year-old woman. I am within normal weight, have no medical problems and take only a multi­vitamin and calcium supplement daily. Read More →

New Laser Cleared by Food and Drug Administration for the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss

New Laser Treatment for Female Pattern Hair Loss has been Cleared by the FDA. This New Laser Treatment has Shown Significant Benefit in Treatment for Women's Hair Loss, During Clinical Trials. Read More →

Mel Gibson, hair loss and f-bombs. What a week.

Huh. Look at that. Mel Gibsons in trouble again. Radar Online has posted audio files in which Melvin is heard ranting in a most unpleasant way at his lover and the mother of his child, Oksana Grigorieva. Read More →

Summary Box: AMD whittles 2Q loss

NARROWER LOSS: Advanced Micro Devices Inc. shrank its second-quarter loss to $43 million, or 6 cents per share. Revenue jumped 40 percent from last year to $1.65 billion. Advanced Micro Devices - Health - Weight Loss - Shopping - Hair Loss Read More →

Celebs, beauty experts help shelter program overcome state funding loss

RINGWOOD Television celebrities and beauty experts will gather for a fundraiser Sunday to help Strengthen Our Sisters, a shelter program for homeless and abused women and their children, survive a $500,000 loss in state funds. Read More →

Celebs, beauty experts help shelter program overcome state funding loss

Documentary producer Jacquelyn Aluotto of Edgewater and TV and ESPN personality Ashlee Ray will join Strengthen Our Sisters for a fundraiser Sunday in Ringwood. Read More →

I Can’t Take Medication During Military Basic Training, But I’m on Finasteride!

Quick Question: I am joining the military, slighted to leave for boot camp in a few months. I JUST started taking finasteride about a week ago (experiencing lots of shedding, which I am fine with), but I am not allowed to ingest any medication for the duration of basic training, which lasts a minimum of 11 weeks. Should I continue the treatment, knowing... [Read more of this review]

Save Your Hair From Falling, Search For The Best Hair Loss Treatment

People who usually reach old age are experiencing a lot of disorders; this is because their immunity to different sickness is getting weaker that is why they are prone to different diseases. Read More →

Mel Gibson, hair loss and f-bombs. What a week.

Huh. Look at that. Mel Gibsons in trouble again. Radar Online has posted audio files in which Melvin is heard ranting in a most unpleasant way at his lover and the mother of his child, Oksana Grigorieva. Read More →

Was My Doctor’s Examination of My Scalp Thorough Enough?

Hello, first of thanks for this blog it helps dismiss all the paranoia and rubbish that is usually on the internet concerning hairloss. Im 17 and im worried about hairloss. I don’t know whether I’m a Norwood 2, perhaps a 3 its difficult to tell, but I’m somewhere around there, I’ve read your blog regularly and educated myself... [Read more of this review]

In the News - Like a Forest Fire of Hair Loss

Snippet from the article: Matt Kelley was 38 when he first noticed a round, hairless spot in his beard. Within six weeks, every inch of his body that once had hair — including his eyebrows, eyelashes, arms and head — was completely bald. “It was like a forest fire of hair loss,” Mr. Kelley … [visit site to read more]  Read More →

LImerick Post TV

A revolution in the hairdressing industry which works on all hair types, leaving it healthy looking, shiny and frizz-free for up to five months. A must before or after holidays and perfect for coloured, permed, highlighted and relaxed hair. Read More →

In the News - Testosterone Gel Increases Heart Risks

In non-hair-loss, but otherwise still important health news… Snippet from the article: According to a trial in older men using testosterone gel treatment, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, using testosterone gel results in a higher risk of adverse cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks and high blood pressure (hypertension)... [Read more of this review]

Top treatments and tests for hair loss

August is National Hair Loss Awareness Month and it's an important time for men and women to talk to their doctors about the newest tests and treatments available to help them. Over 100 million Americans are affected - including 60 million men and 40 million women. Read More →

Photo: St. Charles girl donates to Locks of Love

Kristen Wainwright of St. Charles donated 10 inches of her hair to Locks of Love, a nonprofit organization that provides hairpieces to children in need who have medical hair loss. Read More →

NYC Thyroid Workshops for Patients to Focus on Weight Loss and Diet Frustrations, and Thyroid Disease Wellness Plans

Best-selling author and thyroid patient advocate Mary Shomon will be leading a series of interactive workshops on weight loss and optimal wellness for thyroid patients at New York City's Open Center on Friday July 30, 2010, and Saturday July 31, 2010. Read More →

Hair Loss Treatment Receives Top 5-Star Rating From TopConsumerReviews.com

Provillus, produced by Market Health, an industry leader in Hair Loss Treatments, receives a best-in-class 5-star rating from TopConsumerReviews.com. Read More →

The Final Score: From Llamados to Dehados in the PBA

Ryan Gregorio seems unperturbed. His hair is perfectly combed. His shirt is perfectly pressed. Yet inside the brain of a multi-titled coach, a typhoon rages. Like the captain of a ship battling a cyclone, Gregorio must navigate through howling winds, mammoth waves. Read More →

Natural hair stylists now have to be licensed

Stylists who braid and weave hair styles that are highly popular among African-American women in Charlotte and across the state now have to answer to a new set of state licensing regulations. Read More →

Summer 2010 health book reviews: ‘Why Do I Still Have Thyroid…

Millions of people are walking around right now with many of the most common symptoms of a thyroid problemnamely obesity, fatigue, depression, hair loss, constipation, cold all the time, muscle cramps, morning headaches, numbness in extremities, sleeping excessively, itchy skin, low body temperature, and moredespite the fact that their doctor tells... [Read more of this review]

The Mystery on Reminisce Road

Crime fighting becomes personal for FBI agents when their own office manager is murdered. NBC's Josh Mankiewicz reports. Read More →

Keeping My Hair Short After FUE?

I have been on propecia - Generic for about 7 months. I am bald on my crown. I am 43. I have not seen any hair growth. Should I stop. I am interested in FUe and not FUT. I keep my hair really short. I am happy with not having a full head of hair, and have successfully used a hair fiber to conceal my bald spot. Can you provide me any advice on the propecia... [Read more of this review]

Restoring The Beauty Of Your Hair By Searching The Best Hair Loss Treatment

A lot of mens problem is hair loss, most of men who reach the age of 30s usually encounter massive hair loss, this is due to some activities and lifestyle that we have and for other people it is hereditary. Read More →

Could FUE Give Me a Hairline Like Morrissey?

Hello Doctors My question is about FUE & FUE2. Would it be realistic expectation for a male patient who is a Norwood IV and benefiting from Propeciea in the crown to achieve a good density in a conservative and mature frontal hair line? I get the impression from your previous entries that it may be expecting too much . I do also understand from... [Read more of this review]

My Doctor Said My Hair Loss is From Dermatitis

Hi Dr Rassman, I have been writing to you for the last 2 years about my hair loss and contributing factors. I took your advice and had my hair looked at under a microscope by a FUE specialist in Glasgow, he confirmed that my loss was most likely due to my dermatitis and that i was not showing any signs of MPB apart from some slight recession that can... [Read more of this review]

In the News - Napoleon Bonaparte’s Hair Sold for $13k

Snippet from the article: A lock of hair cut from Napoleon Bonaparte’s head after he died has sold for US$13,000 at an auction in New Zealand. Extra phone lines were installed for the sale to cope with an expected rush of international buyers seeking to snip up the hair cut from the head of former French Emperor a day … [visit site to read... [Read more of this review]

Photo: St. Charles girl donates to Locks of Love

Kristen Wainwright of St. Charles donated 10 inches of her hair to Locks of Love, a nonprofit organization that provides hairpieces to children in need who have medical hair loss. Read More →

Hair Cubed Announces Revolutionary Breakthrough For Hair Loss Solution in U.S.

Non-Surgical, Non-Transplant procedure used by Celebrity & Hollywood Stars to restore the permanent look of hair to cover baldness, thinning, or male pattern baldness! Read More →

Hair Cubed Announces Revolutionary Breakthrough For Hair Loss Solution in U.S.

Non-Surgical, Non-Transplant procedure used by Celebrity & Hollywood Stars to restore the permanent look of hair to cover baldness, thinning, or male pattern baldness! Read More →

Dodgy hairdressers causing hair loss

Legal action sought after a recent spike in complaints about damaging hair extensions. Read More →

Pityriasis Lichenoides Chronica and Hair Loss?

I have been diagnosed with Pityriasis lichenoides chronica which I have had since I was 15. About the same time my hair started thinning. I am now in my mid 30s and I have general thinning (no hairline recession) from the crown to the front. Both sides and the back of my head is fully thick. I have started propecia and minoxidil. Is there any connection... [Read more of this review]

The wit, wisdom and words of George Steinbrenner

"Winning is the most important thing in my life, after breathing," George Steinbrenner once said. "Breathing first, winning next." Read More →

My Hair Has Been Thinning for 2 Years Since Chemical Straightening

I’m 22 years old and so far looks like I have began to thin. Funny thing is about 2 years ago My hair was super thick like horse hair and there was plenty of it. I decided to straighten my hair and I did then I did it a week right after the first straightening myself. I’m curious If that could of caused my hair to thin out over the 2 years... [Read more of this review]

How Long Before Propecia Is Out of My System?

I have been consistently taking propecia for 3 months and starting noticing sexual side effects one day away from completing my first 3 months of consumption of the drug. Obviously, that was the same day that I stopped taking drugs. It’s been four days since I have stopped taking the drug and I want to know if the “no erection” (erectile dysfunction)... [Read more of this review]

George Steinbrenner’s Passing: Twitter Reactions From Around the World

The Yankees lost a great man on Tuesday morning by the name of George M. Steinbrenner III. He was a prominent man in baseball that was feared by many and respected by everyone. The world is mourning such a great loss of one of the most prominent men in the baseball world. There may have been times when we all criticized his moves and his motivations,... [Read more of this review]

Nancy Pelosi puts her stamp on the House

Nancy Pelosi's office is all cream and gold, marble mantels and gilt mirrors, with that classic sight line straight down the Mall past the Washington Monument to the Lincoln Memorial. Read More →

Shedding After Switching from 1mg to 1.25mg Finasteride

It seems like you have prescribed 1.25 mg of Finasteride (Proscar cut in fourths) to many people who were previously taking 1 mg Propecia. Have any of these people expressed concerns of temporary increased shedding after this switch? Do you believe that its possible that such a small increase in Finasteride could be the cause of increased shedding? I... [Read more of this review]

11th annual Kutting for Kids returns Sunday

ORANGE PARK -- Hair donors and stylists are still being sought for the annual Kutting for Kids Cut-A-Thon Sunday, July 18, at the Orange Park Mall. Read More →

Should France ban the full veil?

France's lower house of parliament has approved a ban on wearing the Islamic full veil in public. Is this right? Read More →

Natascha McElhone: My grief

The actor Natascha McElhone was pregnant with her third child when her husband collapsed and died. She kept a diary of her loss and has now decided to publish it... It is a strange undertaking to publish a book that you don't, in some ways, want people to read. Eighteen months after her husband's death, Natascha McElhone went back over the diaries she... [Read more of this review]

Photo: St. Charles girl donates to Locks of Love

Kristen Wainwright of St. Charles donated 10 inches of her hair to Locks of Love, a nonprofit organization that provides hairpieces to children in need who have medical hair loss. Read More →

Jasmines dream moves community to share

Jasmine Parker has gone the first 10 years of her life never meeting another person with the same condition she has. That is, until last week. Read More →

Andy Borowitz Archives

06/23/10 : Hawking: Aliens No Longer Interested in Invading Earth 05/27/10 : Experts Propose Plugging Oil Leak with BP Executives 05/10/10 : Greece Offers to Repay Loans with Giant Horse 01/12/10 : Blago Defends Remarks: It's a Black Thing, You Wouldn't Understand 10/16/09 : Balloon Boy to America: Punk'd! Read More →

Drug discoverers seek investment

NZ researchers who made a breakthrough discovery to reverse hearing damage need a partner. Read More →

Coping With Alopecia (1 Letter)

A letter to the editor. Read More →

I Have Characteristics of DUPA and MPB

I have been losing hair since I was about 17 (I am now 23), and I’m confused as my hair loss seems to have characteristics of both DUPA and typical MPB. For example, I have a receding hairline and a small bald spot at the vertex - typical of MPB. However, I also have general thinning on the crown, forelock and down the sides and back of my head.... [Read more of this review]

Sucking the Ocean Through a Straw

(PhysOrg.com) -- Scientists are reporting an advance toward the next big treatment revolution in dentistry - the era in which root canal therapy brings diseased teeth back to life, rather than leaving a `non-vital` or dead tooth in the mouth. In a report in the monthly journal ACS Nano: `Nanostructured Assemblies for Dental Application,` they describe... [Read more of this review]

Did My Testosterone Injections Cause My Transplanted Hair to Fall Out?

Doctor, I had a hair transplant in July 2009. The physician completely re-constructed my anterior hairline. There was no hair growing there before he transplanted some. In September of 2009 I began monthly injections of 1ml of testosterone. I noticed my hair really filling in from the transplant until about 6 months ago. Since then I have noticed... [Read more of this review]

Maroons anger over dirty blues

Queensland players say they've had enough of the Blues' dirty tactics in the Origin series. Read More →

Generic Minoxidil Cheaper than Rogaine?

I’ve been looking at different types of minoxidil and again there seems to be the branded version of rogaine which is about £35 for 3 months, but also another brand called kirkland which is about half the price, is there difference however? Many Thanks There should be no difference. Rogaine was the heavily marketed version but once the drug went... [Read more of this review]

Vivian Diller, Ph.D.: Cosmetics Drugs Gone Too Far: Is Anything Still Real?

Have we created a disease we now call "inadequate eyelashes?" Now yet another feature, characteristic or human natural quality will come under question: what is real and what isn't? Read More →

Will a Hair Transplant Make Psoriasis Worse?

Dear Sir, I have psoriasis and may be it has caused some hair loss. I would like to know if I conduct hair transplant on the affected area can the hair grow there or the skin become worse? I too have psoriasis and had a hair transplant twice. The psoriasis did not impact the hair transplant or vice versa. I wrote about this very topic in one of my earliest... [Read more of this review]

MDX-Chow Queen stuns Nationals

MDX-Chow Queen started their title defense bid in the 2010 United Filipino Organization Inter-Organizational Reinforced Basketball League with a bang, beating the CNMI Nationals, 76-70, last Sunday at the Garapan Basketball Court. Read More →

Paul McCartney blows San Francisco away

"This is such a scene I'm just going to take a moment for myself to just take it all in," Paul McCartney said, addressing an audience that had spent the previous hour or so cramming itself into every possible corner of AT&T Park. So a mere two songs into his... San Francisco - McCartney - United States - San Francisco Bay Area - California Read More →

Photo: St. Charles girl donates to Locks of Love

Kristen Wainwright of St. Charles donated 10 inches of her hair to Locks of Love, a nonprofit organization that provides hairpieces to children in need who have medical hair loss. Read More →

The Clintons’ Misguided House Hunt

The former first family won't take well to stuffy, Republican Bedford Hills if they buy that $11 million mansionnevermind the two local prisons. Don't go, says Lawrence Otis Graham. Read More →

Klapisch: The voice that announced a dynasty

Theres an anecdote thats been told a million times by the Yankee family, one thats still under warranty as delightful today as the first time it made its way around the clubhouse in 2002. Read More →

Reptile Gardens wrangler gets haircut from back of alligator

Tracy Mailloux got his first haircut in three years on Sunday -but not in a barbers chair. Instead, Mailloux straddled anAmerican alligator while his stylist, Jodi Martin, snipped 12inches of dark brown hair from his head. For added pressure, theyinvited about 40 other alligators, crocodiles and caimans to jointhem in the cage at Reptile Gardens while... [Read more of this review]

Dutch agony after World Cup defeat

Dutch fans reacted with disbelief to Sunday´s 1-0 World Cup final loss to Spain, as silence fell on an Amsterdam square where about 180,000 football fans saw the defeat on big TV screens. Read More →

Dutch agony after World Cup defeat

Dutch fans reacted with disbelief to Sunday's 1-0 World Cup final loss to Spain, as silence fell on an Amsterdam square where about 180,000 football fans saw the defeat on big TV screens. Read More →

Penicillin Comes Of Age In ‘A Fierce Radiance’

It's hard to imagine that people used to die from things as small as a scratch on the knee -- but that's what life was like before penicillin. Author Lauren Belfer's new novel, A Fierce Radiance , follows the intrigue as pharmaceutical companies race to mass-produce lifesaving drugs during World War II. Read More →

Burns laid to rest with full police honours PHOTO GALLERY

Family, friends and colleagues were mourning the loss Friday of Ron Burns, who was laid to rest with full police honours. There was a police colour party and gun salute followed by police escort to the cemetery during funeral services for the retired sergeant with the North Bay Police Service.[...] Read More →

Photo: St. Charles girl donates to Locks of Love

Kristen Wainwright of St. Charles donated 10 inches of her hair to Locks of Love, a nonprofit organization that provides hairpieces to children in need who have medical hair loss. Read More →

Fortunewigs.com Launches New Line of Comfort Wigs for Women Going Through Chemotherapy

100% Human Hair Wigs are the most natural looking and are now cost effective and help women feel pretty and maintain a positive attitude. Fortune Wigs understands how important that is. Read More →

Despite loss, Uruguay celebrates in high spirits

Buenos Aires/Montevideo, July 11 : Uruguay may have lost the door prize of third place to Germany 2:3 in the World Cup playoff in South Africa, but it still had a high time celebrating its national team Saturday. Read More →

Despite loss, Uruguay celebrates in high spirits

Buenos Aires/Montevideo - Uruguay may have lost the door prize of third place to Germany 2:3 in the World Cup playoff in South Africa, but it still had a high time celebrating its national team Saturday. Read More →

Around East County: Antioch hairstylist sees chance to help kids

HUTCH BLY is looking for a bit of love more specifically, Locks of Love. On July 24, the Antioch stylist will offer free haircuts to those donating 10 or more inches of hair to the nonprofit group. Read More →

For Riley, 6th Decade of Showtime Begins

Having played for college and pro titles and coached N.B.A. title teams, Pat Riley retained Dwyane Wade and landed Chris Bosh and LeBron James. Read More →

Tom Cruises loss, Angelina Jolies gain

LOS ANGELES Youd have to ask them. Theyre in the pool, Angelina Jolie said with a smile when asked what her kids think of her character in Salt. Read More →

For Riley, 6th Decade of Showtime Begins

Having played for college and pro titles and coached N.B.A. title teams, Pat Riley retained Dwyane Wade and landed Chris Bosh and LeBron James. Read More →

Thyroid Gland Problems

Hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism are the two commonly occurring thyroid gland problems in men and women. Read More →

Burns laid to rest with full police honours PHOTO GALLERY

Family, friends and colleagues were mourning the loss Friday of Ron Burns, who was laid to rest with full police honours. There was a police colour party and gun salute followed by police escort to the cemetery during funeral services for the retired sergeant with the North Bay Police Service.[...] Read More →

Photo: St. Charles girl donates to Locks of Love

Kristen Wainwright of St. Charles donated 10 inches of her hair to Locks of Love, a nonprofit organization that provides hairpieces to children in need who have medical hair loss. Read More →

At What Age Should Men Seriously Consider Hair Transplants?

Dr. Rassman, Right off the bat, I have to give my deepest appreciation and gratitude for everything you do here! I have 3 seperate questions for you. I don’t believe I have seen these specific questions on your blog before, so hopefully you won’t have to be repeating yourself! For anyone willing to send you pictures to publish with your... [Read more of this review]

Conceptus Changes Its Mind, Stock Drops 20%

Women's healthcare company Conceptus warns backtracks and warns of a loss when a profit was expected. Read More →

Conceptus Changes Its Mind, Stock Drops 20%

Women's healthcare company Conceptus warns backtracks and warns of a loss when a profit was expected. Read More →

Can Lasers or Home Remedies Thicken Hairs?

Hello Doc, Thanks a lot for the blog. I’m 22 and I have a full head of hair, but all the hairs are very thin. Moreover, there is distance between my hairs. Also, I have a problem of small acne kind of thing which keeps popping all over my head. However, I have started using betadine scalp and skin cleaner which has resolved the problem but I have... [Read more of this review]

If I See Finasteride Side Effects, Do I Need to Consult a Doctor?

I took Proscar (1/4 of pill per day) for 2.5 years for my hair loss problem .I haven’t seen a clearly any side effects in the past 2 years but lately I read that Proscar causes erection dysfunction so I stopped using it three days ago and I tried to masturbate but I ejaculate quickly and before that my penis get rigid enough(I ejaculate before... [Read more of this review]

Regis shares slump as key revenue figure falls

Shares of Regis Corp. tumbled 10 percent Friday after the hair salon operator said a key revenue figure fell in the fourth quarter. THE SPARK: The company, based in Minneapolis, said its revenue at stores open at least a year fell 2.7 percent in the quarter... Minneapolis - Regis Corporation - Beauty salon - Corporation - Business and Economy Read More →

Is Skipping a Shower Bad for Your Hair?

Hello, I have a question about the shower and hair loss. My question is, is it harmful to your hair if you do not shower daily, or sometimes go a few days without showering? Does not showering daily or showering every other day cause hair loss/is it bad for the hair to not shower often? Thanks so much! You do not need to shower or wash your hair daily.... [Read more of this review]

Regis shares slump as key revenue figure falls

Shares of Regis Corp. tumbled 10 percent Friday after the hair salon operator said a key revenue figure fell in the fourth quarter. Read More →

4 Foods for a Hairy Chest

Although fashion sensibility in recent years has been toward waxed-smooth chests like that of David Beckham, it wasnt long ago that real men were those who sported a full chest of hair. Read More →

The 20 Worst Athlete Hairlines In Sports

They say balding occurs in 25 percent of men before they hit 30 and 40 percent of men before 35. Even professional athletes are not immune to the genetics of hair loss. Although they're blessed with the ability to play their respective sports extremely well, they're just like the rest of us when it comes to dealing with receding hairlines. Fact is,... [Read more of this review]

Natrol offers two new beauty nutraceuticals that provide anti-aging skin and hair support for women

Most dermatologists would agree that premature skin aging can result from sun over-exposure, poor antioxidant intake, and excess free-radical production. Additionally, regarding hair health, about 20 million U.S. women experience premature hair-loss and hair-thinning. Natrol, Inc., a premier marketer, manufacturer, and distributor of nationally branded... [Read more of this review]

Natrol Launches Two New Beauty Supplements for Women — Esselence Classics Skin and Esselence Classics Hair — with …

CHATSWORTH, Calif.----Most dermatologists would agree that premature skin aging can result from sun over-exposure, poor antioxidant intake, and excess free-radical production. Additionally, regarding hair health, about 20 million U.S. women experience premature hair-loss and hair-thinning. Read More →

Photo: St. Charles girl donates to Locks of Love

Kristen Wainwright of St. Charles donated 10 inches of her hair to Locks of Love, a nonprofit organization that provides hairpieces to children in need who have medical hair loss. Read More →

Alt Text: Unlikely Anime Surgeries Create Living Cartoons

Contact lenses that give you giant, glistening eyes are just the beginning. A coming wave of radical and extremely invasive procedures will fuel the ultimate manga-style makeovers. Read More →

Remembering a friend and first citizen: Prescott Bush, Jr.

On June 23, 2010, the Town of Greenwich lost its first citizen, Prescott "Pres" Bush, Jr., at age 86. The loss actually began a few years earlier, when Pres's poor heath caused the relocation of Pres and his wife, Beth to a retirement home in Hingham, Mass. to be near their son Jamie and wife Sue Bush. Their daughter Kelsey and husband Philip Nadeau... [Read more of this review]

Alt Text: Unlikely Anime Surgeries Create Living Cartoons

Contact lenses that give you giant, glistening eyes are just the beginning. A coming wave of radical and extremely invasive procedures will fuel the ultimate manga-style makeovers. Read More →

Around East County: Antioch hairstylist sees chance to help kids

HUTCH BLY is looking for a bit of love more specifically, Locks of Love. On July 24, the Antioch stylist will offer free haircuts to those donating 10 or more inches of hair to the nonprofit group. Read More →

Some Men Look Just Fine Bald

i don’t think that every body looks bad bald. i think that everyone looks better with a full head of hair, but men who are taller than 5′10, have masculine facial features, are muscular e.g bushy eyebrows, chiseled jaw, large cheek bones, big intimidating eyes can actually pull off looking okay bald. The funny thing is I think that when... [Read more of this review]

Getting The Best Hair Loss Treatment

Our hair is considered as our crown of beauty, that is why every people should take good care of their hair and learn basic things in able to have a healthy hair. Read More →

Impotence After a Few Days on Propecia — Is it The Drug or Anxiety?

Hi I’ve just started on finasteride, and I’m wondering if it is possible to see side effects (impotence) after only a couple of days on the drug. I’m not sure if it’s just my anxiety and over-analysis causing the problem, or if it’s actually the drug itself. I’d really really appreciate a private answer. Thanks! (24... [Read more of this review]

Dad and Brother Are Losing Hair, So I’m Worried About Myself

Greetings, I am nearly 25 years old and am concerned about going bald. My 60 year old father is bald and my 31 year old brother is visibly balding. My mother’s father also experienced hair loss. At this stage I cannot see any signs of hair loss and still have a full head of hair. So my question is will I go bald/should I be concerned?! If so what... [Read more of this review]

New hair loss shampoo Zenagen announced…

Nutraceutical Research Innovations, LLC (NRI) announced increased production of the patent-pending Zenagen hair loss product line, due to increased world-wide demand the hair care products. The Miami based nutraceutical company introduced Zenagen hair loss shampoo at the International Beauty and Barber Show, Miami in August 2009. The company focuses... [Read more of this review]

Recurring Rash Following a Hair Transplant?

I had a hair transplant 7 months ago. I have had a re-occurring rash which first appeared about 4-6 weeks after the surgery. Is this a side effect, based on hormones? I have no idea what else it could be related to. This rash is not something that usually occurs following a hair transplant, so I don’t have a clue what it is without seeing you.... [Read more of this review]

Photo: St. Charles girl donates to Locks of Love

Kristen Wainwright of St. Charles donated 10 inches of her hair to Locks of Love, a nonprofit organization that provides hairpieces to children in need who have medical hair loss. Read More →

Inspired by aunt, Hampton girl’s donation 3 years in the making

Inspired by her aunt's bout with cancer, 11-year-old Shannon Sullivan of Hampton, grew her hair for three years and donated 12 inches of hair to Locks of Love, a nonprofit that provides wigs to financially disadvantaged children younger than 21 suffering from hair loss. Read More →

My 17 Year Old Son Has Been Taking Finasteride

My son is 17 and he has been receding and thinning significantly on top for the past 12 months. We took him to our derm and he rxed propecia which he has been on for 7 months today. Not only has he not seen any re-growth but has lost even more hair. We put him on generic finasteride because its cheaper. Should we move him to brand propecia? Do you... [Read more of this review]

Female Hair Loss from Chemical Relaxer?

I am a black (African American) woman in my mid thirties, and in the top of my head and on the right side, in the front around my ears, my hair is continuously thinning and no new hair is growing so the area is getting bald. I chemically relax my hair, and when the straightened hair grows out and the new curly hair grows from my scalp, I notice that... [Read more of this review]

Can a Blood Test Determine Genetic Hair Loss?

Hi, I’ve been having some pretty severe anxiety over potential hair loss over the past few months. I went to my primary care doctor, barber, and mother who have told me that I just have fine, blonde hair and a high forehead. I specifically asked if there was any receding or balding, and each said no. Hoping to get closure,n I went to a dermatologist... [Read more of this review]

New Research May Help Alopecia Victims

Despite having a disease that causes hair loss, alopecia sufferers find ways to cope. Alopecia - Health - Hair Loss - Disease - Conditions and Diseases Read More →

Herbal-H: A Safe And Effective Hair Loss Treatment

A Canadian company, Herbal-H Inc. has launched a new hair loss treatment in the form of a spray. Read More →

Propecia and Diflucan

Hello - I’m curious about the possible interactions or side effects between propecia and diflucan (fluconazole). Would diflucan hinder propecia’s absorption or cause it to become ineffective in any way? Also, how common is hair loss as a side effect to diflucan? Is it fairly normal? Thank you. There are no interactions I am aware of... [Read more of this review]

Herbal-H: A Safe And Effective Hair Loss Treatment

A Canadian company, Herbal-H Inc. has launched a new hair loss treatment in the form of a spray. Read More →

Divine Skin To Create Consumer Health Care Unit

In recent years, the company's research into hair loss and other common skin conditions has resulted in high-performance topical solutions for men and women. Read More →

My Trichologist Said I’m Not Balding But Likely Will in the Future!

Hi doctor, I was involved in a car accident four years ago where amongst much more serious injuries I lost a section of hair at the back of my head approximately one inch long and half an inch wide. Because of this I had to visit a hair loss specialist local to me who is an expert in trichology, she thinks it is alopecia but this hasn’t got any... [Read more of this review]

PHOTOS: Hair’s to making a difference at Wonga Park

THE son of a Wonga Park woman fighting cancer teamed up with several mates from school and raised... Read More →

Understanding Shock Loss

Hi, I had been on propecia for 5 months and after suffering from a lack of erection I talked to my doctor and told him of my fear of being on this regime. We decided best that I shall have a hair transplant once it gets really bad. I would like to know - if after hair transplant the patient MUST take propecia ? What will happen if the person does not... [Read more of this review]

My Cut Proscar Is Stored Improperly

Hello Doctor, I am a 30 year old male who has been taking propecia and/proscar (2 months propecia and 10 months 1/4 proscar) for a year. My partner who is a physician first noticed my hairloss when I was sitting down about a year ago. It is only in the Crown, so I was a bit shocked because I could never see it. I went on the medication and within... [Read more of this review]

Headaches and Stomach Pain from Propecia?

Hello Dr Rassman, Thank you for your amazing blog. I would like some advice from you. I started Propecia months ago. I am often tired, have headaches or stomach pain. My doctor said to me that I should take some Magnesium chloride daily. He said that it removes “bad material” of your body. Does this treatment represents a danger for my Propecia... [Read more of this review]

Alopecia Areata

Alopecia areata is a condition that causes round patches of hair loss. Reference from A.D.A.M. Hairs that look like exclamation points are sometimes seen at the edges of a bald patch. Read More →

What your hair color says about you

Oddly enough, your natural hair color offers insights into your mental and physical well being. Hair - Health - Beauty - Hair care - Shopping Read More →

Bringing Sexy Back: Dr. Yves Hebert Launches New Website MaGreffedeCheveux.com for Hair Loss Solutions

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - July 6, 2010) - Read More →

Bringing Sexy Back: Dr. Yves Hebert Launches New Website MaGreffedeCheveux.com for Hair Loss Solutions

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 07/06/10) - Editors Note: A photo for this release is available via Marketwire's website. It's simple, when we think of hair transplants we often think of rows of plugs on a doll's head, nothing natural and certainly nothing sexy. That was twenty years ago and a lot has changed since then. That is why Dr. Yves Hebert... [Read more of this review]

Breakthrough Towards Drug For Hearing Loss

Research funded by hearing loss charity RNID has discovered a drug which repairs hearing after damage caused by loud noise. Researchers at the University of Auckland, New Zealand, showed that exposure to loud noise led to hearing loss which was permanent if left untreated. If treated with a compound called 'ADAC' after noise damage, hearing recovered... [Read more of this review]

NY Rep. Rangel: Power Loss Portrait in Congress

Just about everyone likes Charlie Rangel. Read More →

Photo: St. Charles girl donates to Locks of Love

Kristen Wainwright of St. Charles donated 10 inches of her hair to Locks of Love, a nonprofit organization that provides hairpieces to children in need who have medical hair loss. Read More →

Photo: Wentzville girl donates to Locks of Love

Avery Grantham of Wentzville donated 10 inches of her hair to Locks of Love, a nonprofit organization that provides hairpieces to children in need who have medical hair loss. Read More →

Losing her locks for love: Abby Redmond, 5, donates her hair to help cancer patients

With blond hair that reaches past her waist, five-year-old Abby Redmond has never had a haircut in her life. Read More →

A ‘Forest Fire of Hair Loss,’ and Its Scars

In facing alopecia areata, Matt Kelley slowly regained his sense of self. Read More →

Commentary: Warts and noses off limitsbut hair and weight? Go for it

It's curious. I could have a huge wart growing right out of the middle of my chin and no one would ever say a word about it'at least, not to my face. It's puzzling. I could have eyes that crossed, or one huge eyebrow that spanned my forehead, or a nose as big as a cucumber. I could have any one of those physical features, and no one would ever mention... [Read more of this review]

Laser comb may help combat women’s hair loss

CLEVELAND -- Hair loss is often considered a man's problem. But 40 percent of women experience hair loss by their 40's and its emotional impact can be devastating. Susan Totedo first began noticing her hair loss in her late teens. "Right before college and during college. That might have been something that triggered it," she said. Over the... [Read more of this review]

Laser comb may help combat women’s hair loss

CLEVELAND -- Hair loss is often considered a man's problem. But 40 percent of women experience hair loss by their 40's and its emotional impact can be devastating. Read More →

A Forest Fire of Hair Loss and Its Emotional Scars

In facing alopecia areata, a disease with no universally effective treatment, Matt Kelley joined a support group and slowly regained his sense of self. Read More →

Alopecia Areata

Alopecia areata is a condition that causes round patches of hair loss. Reference from A.D.A.M. Hairs that look like exclamation points are sometimes seen at the edges of a bald patch. Read More →

KY alpaca hair heads to Gulf of Mexico

BURLINGTON, KY (FOX19) - Linda Salsbury estimates she collected about two thousand pounds of alpaca fur to send to oil cleanup efforts in the Gulf of Mexico. She says it can be used as part of the boom. A truck came to pick up the donation on Monday at her farm. Read More →

Cancer ‘bomb’ bid in Geelong

HAIR-loss and vomiting will no longer be symptoms of cancer therapy if Geelong researchers are successful in a new treatment bid. Read More →

Prince: Playing the electric guitar prevented hair loss

Pop superstar Prince believes playing the electric guitar his entire life has stopped him from going bald. Read More →

Boffins identify genes contributing to skin disease that triggers hair loss

Washington, July 5 : American researchers have identified eight genes contributing to alopecia areata, an autoimmune skin disease that may result in total or partial loss of hair. Read More →

Evening Times

Cancer sufferers who face the anguish of losing their hair during chemotherapy are being offered more help thanks to a new service that has started in Glasgow. Read More →

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