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Follow the links below to find information about hair disorders, including hair loss and dandruff.
Reviewed February 2009
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Hair loss overview - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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There are several reasons for hair loss, but by far the most common cause in men is inherited male pattern baldness, also called androgenetic alopecia, which affects up to 80 per cent of men by the time they are 80 years old.
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Nov 2010
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Hirsutism in women - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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Hirsutism is the problem of having too much hair on the face or body. For the people affected, it is a matter of personal preference how much hair is considered to be too much.
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Dec 2009
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Hair loss - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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The most common type of hair loss is known as androgenetic alopecia or 'male pattern baldness'.
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Dec 2009
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Menopause and hirsutism
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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| Description: |
Hirsutism is an excess of hair on the face and/or body, due to high levels of androgens stimulating the hair follicles. Some women may develop hirsutism during or after menopause, particularly in the facial area.
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Jul 2009
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Hair and scalp problems
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The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
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| Description: |
Fine hairs grow on most areas of the body The hair on the head is usually far thicker and problems affecting its growth are therefore very noticeable Your hair colour and type straight wavy or curly a
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Mar 2009
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Breastfeeding - looking after yourself
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Breastfeeding is a very special time for both mother and baby and it is good for the health of babies and their mothers as well. Many mothers who breast feed have some ups and downs at the start,
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Mar 2009
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Losing hair - alopecia
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Everyone loses 50 to 100 hairs from their scalp every day. You may see it in your brush or comb, in the shower or the bath, or even on your clothes.
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Jun 2008
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Male pattern baldness
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Andrology Australia
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| Description: |
Hair loss can happen on any part of the body for a variety of reasons, and can range from being mild to severe. Male (and female) pattern baldness is hair loss specifically from the head.
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Jun 2008
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Spironolactone versus placebo or in combination with steroids for hirsutism and/or acne
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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| Description: |
The evidence suggests a lack of evidence to show whether spironolactone can reduce hirsutism and acne. Hirsutism in women (excessive hair growth) is most often caused by an increased production of male hormones. Spironolactone ('Aldactone' or 'Spirotone...
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Apr 2008
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Hair loss treatments
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Better Health Channel
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Hair loss can be treated with a range of treatments to slow or reduce hair loss or stimulate partial regrowth. Hair transplantation is most effective for hair loss caused by male pattern baldness, accidents or operations. It is important to consult an experienced practitioner to reduce the risk of complications. Medications and wigs can also be used. There is no scientific evidence that the use of lasers, vitamins, herbs or lotions is effective.
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Mar 2008
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Hair loss
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| Publisher: |
Better Health Channel
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Hair loss, including partial or full baldness, affects most men and women at some stage in their life. There are many causes of hair loss, ranging from rough handling to hereditary factors. Permanent hair loss is the result of genetic and hormonal factors, and occurs when the living part of the hair the root or the follicle are damaged. Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder. Chemotherapy may cause temporary hair loss.
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Mar 2008
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Interventions for alopecia areata
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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There is no good trial evidence that any treatments provide long-term benefit to patients with alopecia areata, alopecia totalis and alopecia universalis....
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Dec 2007
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Hair loss
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The Cancer Council Victoria
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Hair loss from cancer treatment is usually temporary but can be confronting - the following information can be helpful and reassuring.
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Jun 2007
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Hair loss
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Raising Children Network (RCN)
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A guide to recognising and treating hair loss in young children.
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Jul 2006
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Cyproterone acetate for hirsutism
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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One of the causes of hirsutism (excessive hair growth) in women is excessive production of the hormone androgens by the ovaries. A variety of medications can be used to counter the effects of the androgen. Cyproterone acetate is an anti-androgen drug. A...
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Jul 2003
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