Understanding Hair Loss: Is It Genetic or Lifestyle-Related?
Hair problems After entering high school, my classmates said that my hair on the top of my head is sparse and that I have very little hair. Recently, I got a buzz cut and noticed a large, obvious bald spot on the top of my head. Now that I'm in my second year of high school,...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Male pattern baldness may be inherited from either parent, and if both parents have it, the condition may be more severe. Diagnosis does not require instrumental examination; the extent of hair loss is sufficient for assessment.[Read More] Understanding Hair Loss: Is It Genetic or Lifestyle-Related?
Understanding Eyebrow Hair Loss: Causes and Solutions for Dermatitis
Eyebrow hair loss Hello, doctor. I have seborrheic dermatitis, and I have been applying medication for it. However, since the beginning of summer, I have suddenly started experiencing eyebrow hair loss. The symptoms are not itchy, but the hair is falling out one by one rather tha...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually seeing the lesion, it is impossible to make a definitive diagnosis. If you are very concerned, please seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Eyebrow Hair Loss: Causes and Solutions for Dermatitis
Effective Treatments for Scalp Folliculitis and Hair Loss Solutions
Scalp folliculitis Hello Doctor, I have folliculitis on my scalp, and it has become severe enough to cause hair loss, resulting in noticeable bald patches. I visited a doctor recently who advised me to apply medication and mentioned that it would take 2-3 months for my hair to re...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually seeing the lesion, it is impossible to make a definitive diagnosis. If it is causing significant distress, please seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Effective Treatments for Scalp Folliculitis and Hair Loss Solutions
Scalp Pain and Sunburn: Understanding Dermatitis and Hair Loss
Scalp issues and sun protection concerns? Hello Dr. Wu, 1. I have been experiencing pain in my forehead scalp for many years, and the areas that hurt are gradually losing hair. The new hair that grows back is fine and short. Is this due to seborrheic dermatitis or folliculitis?...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. It needs to be examined to confirm. 2. It is unavoidable; sun protection should be done before getting sunburned.[Read More] Scalp Pain and Sunburn: Understanding Dermatitis and Hair Loss
Understanding Closed Comedones: Causes and Solutions for Forehead and Brow Issues
Closed comedones have developed from the forehead to the area between the eyebrows? Doctor, I previously had a fever and cold that lasted for a month. Shortly after recovering, I started developing acne, including on my forehead, scalp, and eyebrows (I have also noticed some hair...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually seeing the lesion, it is impossible to determine. If it is very concerning, please seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Closed Comedones: Causes and Solutions for Forehead and Brow Issues
Does Drinking Too Much Soda Cause Hair Loss? A Dermatologist's Insight
Hello, doctor? In recent months, I have been losing about 10 to 30 strands of hair each time I wash and blow-dry my hair. Sometimes, I even pull out small clumps of hair. I have also been drinking a lot of carbonated beverages lately. Can drinking too much carbonated drink cause ...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
It shouldn't be.[Read More] Does Drinking Too Much Soda Cause Hair Loss? A Dermatologist's Insight
Understanding Skin Issues: Itchy, Peeling Skin and Hair Loss Explained
Skin issues The skin initially presents with itching, and over time, it becomes lighter in color and peels. However, after peeling, hair does not grow back. Why is that? It feels very smooth after the peeling.
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually seeing the lesion, it is difficult to make a definitive diagnosis. If it is causing significant distress, please seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Skin Issues: Itchy, Peeling Skin and Hair Loss Explained
Understanding Scalp Hair Loss: Causes and Solutions for Your Concerns
Noticeable hair loss on the scalp? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing intermittent hair loss, which worsens with sweating and skin allergies. Over the past month, I have noticed that I lose about 70-80 strands of hair each time I wash my hair, not including the amount lost wh...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
There are many causes of hair loss, and it is difficult to determine the exact reason without a physical examination. If it is causing significant distress, please seek medical attention as soon as possible; additional blood tests may be necessary.[Read More] Understanding Scalp Hair Loss: Causes and Solutions for Your Concerns
Why Am I Losing Hair Despite Normal Blood Test Results?
Normal blood tests but persistent hair loss? Hello doctor, I have naturally thin hair, but recently over the past two months, I have noticed an increase in hair loss. After showering, I find small clumps of hair falling out, and when I tug on my hair, two to three strands come ou...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually seeing the lesion, it is impossible to make a definitive diagnosis. If it is causing significant distress, please seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Why Am I Losing Hair Despite Normal Blood Test Results?
Understanding Hair Loss: Is Shedding Short Hair Normal?
The phenomenon of hair loss? Hello doctor, I have a family history of hair loss, and recently I've noticed an increase in my hair shedding. I have long hair, and I've observed that the shorter hairs being shed are more numerous than the longer ones. Is this a normal phe...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually observing the hair loss phenomenon, it is difficult to make a determination. If it is causing significant distress, please seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Hair Loss: Is Shedding Short Hair Normal?
Understanding Hair Loss: A Teen's Journey and Treatment Options
Serious issue? Hello, doctor. I am 15 years old and due to personal reasons, I often pulled my hair out during elementary school (around 5 or 6 years old) until now. At that time, the hair would grow back (otherwise I would be completely bald now), so I would pull hair from the l...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. It should be, but we won't know until we examine it. 2. If the cause of hair loss is due to pulling, no special treatment is necessary; it will grow back as long as you stop pulling.[Read More] Understanding Hair Loss: A Teen's Journey and Treatment Options
Acne and Cysts: Can Over-the-Counter Treatments Help?
Regarding the issues of acne and sebaceous cysts? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing acne since puberty and have seen many doctors, including traditional Chinese medicine practitioners, but there hasn't been any significant improvement. Recently, I heard that retinoids (...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Acne should still be evaluated by a healthcare professional; self-medicating is not recommended. The development of sebaceous cysts is often related to individual predisposition, and there are no effective preventive measures.[Read More] Acne and Cysts: Can Over-the-Counter Treatments Help?
Is Hair Follicle Damage from Boils Permanent? Understanding Localized Hair Loss
Is the localized hair loss caused by furuncles due to follicular destruction permanent? Recently, I have a small cyst on my scalp that feels like a boil. It doesn't hurt when touched, and the swelling is not uniform (it's not just a simple central protrusion). It doesn&...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
If the hair follicles are severely damaged, it is indeed possible to cause permanent hair loss. The surgery involves excising the bald areas and suturing them, rather than actually regenerating the hair follicles.[Read More] Is Hair Follicle Damage from Boils Permanent? Understanding Localized Hair Loss
Understanding Scalp Inflammation and Hair Loss: Causes and Solutions
The scalp is red, swollen, and itchy, and then the affected area starts to lose hair? Swelling and pain in the head, followed by a reduction in swelling, but with some residual redness and swelling in the area where hair loss has occurred. What could be the cause and how can it b...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: It is not possible to accurately diagnose a skin condition based solely on a textual description. It could potentially be seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, bacterial infection, fungal infection, or an autoimmune disease. Treatment can only be directed towards the underlyin...[Read More] Understanding Scalp Inflammation and Hair Loss: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Severe Hair Loss: Causes and Solutions
Severe hair loss Hello doctor, I notice that I lose a lot of hair every time I wash or comb my hair. I used to experience some hair loss, but recently it has increased significantly. Is there something wrong with my health? I use a silicone-free shampoo, and I had a perm in Novem...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
It is possible. However, without actually seeing the lesion, it cannot be confirmed. If it is causing significant distress, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Severe Hair Loss: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Hair Loss: Is It Dandruff, Scalp Issues, or Something Else?
Hair loss issues Hello doctor, I have been paying attention to my hair issues since November of last year. I have seen two doctors who both told me it is a parting line, but I have a bob cut, so that shouldn't be the case. One of the doctors conducted a pull test and said th...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually seeing the lesion, it cannot be confirmed. If it is very concerning, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Hair Loss: Is It Dandruff, Scalp Issues, or Something Else?
Understanding Hair Loss: Is It Stress, Seborrheic Dermatitis, or Genetics?
Regarding hair loss issues? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about a condition I've been experiencing since middle school, where I've had small pimples on my scalp. After consulting a doctor, I was diagnosed with seborrheic dermatitis. Over the years, my condition has ...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually observing the hair loss situation, it is difficult to confirm. If it is causing significant distress, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Hair Loss: Is It Stress, Seborrheic Dermatitis, or Genetics?
Can Regulating Diet and Exercise Reverse Hair Loss from PCOS?
Abnormal hair loss Hello Doctor: I previously went for a gynecological examination and found that I have an ovarian cyst. Blood tests revealed elevated androgen levels, which decreased after medication, but my menstrual cycle remains irregular and I am experiencing obesity. The g...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
If the causes of male pattern baldness are removed and treatment is combined, theoretically, improvement is possible, but it may not necessarily restore the original condition completely.[Read More] Can Regulating Diet and Exercise Reverse Hair Loss from PCOS?
Understanding Male Pattern Baldness: Causes and Solutions
About male pattern baldness? Hello Doctor, about a year ago, I noticed that I suddenly lost a lot of hair and developed an M-shaped pattern of baldness. (The hair loss had not noticeably increased prior to this.) As soon as I recognized the issue, I immediately consulted a dermat...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
If male pattern baldness treatment with Finasteride and a non-minoxidil hair growth solution is ineffective, it may be worth considering switching to Dutasteride (as it does not require splitting, and the capsule's coating is intact, making it less susceptible to gastric aci...[Read More] Understanding Male Pattern Baldness: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Hair Loss After Dyeing: Causes and Solutions
Hello, I would like to inquire about hair loss? Hello: I dyed my hair two weeks ago, and about a week after dyeing, I started to lose a lot of hair when I washed it, even to the point of having small clumps come out. However, the amount of hair loss when I’m not washing it seems ...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Regarding abnormal hair loss, you can refer to the articles on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=132 and http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=133. Seborrheic dermatitis often presents with dandruff and crustin...[Read More] Understanding Hair Loss After Dyeing: Causes and Solutions