When Scalp Keloids Take Hold of Life
Before the surgery, John remembers what life felt like. Heavy. Not just on his scalp – but on his choices, his energy, his sense of direction. The scalp keloids caused by acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN) were more than something visible on the back of his head. They shaped how he moved through the world. While […]
When Two Scalp Diseases Collide: John’s AKN and Dissecting Cellulitis Story
John’s journey began the way many scalp conditions do. With small bumps. At first, they appeared along the back of his head near the neckline. Irritating. Persistent. Easy to dismiss as razor bumps or ingrown hairs. But over time, the bumps changed. They thickened. Inflamed. Scar tissue began to form. What started as irritation slowly […]
Scalp Micropigmentation vs. Head Tattoo: Which Is Right for Your Hair Loss Journey?
In recent years, tattooing the scalp has emerged as a bold cosmetic choice for individuals experiencing hair loss. But while artistic head tattoos may offer visual impact, they don’t replicate the natural anatomy of hair growth. For patients seeking a realistic, refined appearance, Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) provides a medically grounded alternative that simulates actual hair […]
What is Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia (FFA)?
What is Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia (FFA)? FFA, also known as cicatricial Alopecia, is a form of scarring alopecia (hair loss) characterized by hair recession on the forehead and sideburns. One might experience hair loss in other areas, such as the eyelashes, eyebrows, and pubic regions. FFA is primarily linked to hormonal changes and is very […]
Understanding Forms of Alopecia
What is Alopecia? Alopecia is a collective medical term used to describe conditions characterized by unusual hair loss. Alopecia is not a contagious disease. Specialists have linked several types of Alopecia to lifestyle, genetics, environmental factors, and, in some cases, psychological factors that result in hair pulling. There are two classifications: non-scarring and scarring forms […]
What is Alopecia Areata (AA)?
What is Alopecia Areata (AA)? AA is an autoimmune form of alopecia (hair loss) in which coin-sized patches of hair loss appear on the scalp, followed by small patches on beards and pubic hair. AA can also affect the eyebrows, eyelashes, and even body hair. Research on AA shows that at least 20% of patients […]
What is Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA)?
What is Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA)? Androgenetic Alopecia is a form of hair loss condition characterized by patterned baldness and hair thinning in both males and females. Some degree of genetic influence and hormones such as androgens can cause AGA. Research on the United States population estimates that about 50 million men and approximately 30 million […]
What is Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA)?
What is Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA)? Androgenetic Alopecia is a form of hair loss condition characterized by patterned baldness and hair thinning in both males and females. Some degree of genetic influence and hormones such as androgens can cause AGA. Research on the United States population estimates that about 50 million men and approximately 30 million […]
ACell FUE Treatments May Conflict with Religious Beliefs
ACell FUE Treatments may cause a serious departure from some religious beliefs. ACell® is marketed as a wound healing enhancement for hair transplant surgery. What is not often understood by the patient is where the product actually comes from – the lining of a pig’s bladder. Products that come from animals have particular names in […]