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Questions and answers about the Myths and Truths relating to Hair Loss.

In the face of the first symptoms of hair loss, the first thing you should do is to attend a specialist clinic so that they may diagnose the agent triggering that hair loss, and be able to diagnose whether it is alopecia, of what type and what grade, as well as the measures to be adopted.

These answers are purely orientative in nature and do not attempt to replace informed medical advice and you should not take any action prior to consulting with a health professional.

Is it true that wearing short hair or totally shaving your head strengthens the subsequent growth of the hair?

This is a common statement, but the answer is clear and resounding:  No.  No cause-effect relation has been found that would support the fact that hair is strengthened by this process.

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Is it true that you shouldn’t wash your hair every day?

What is certain is that lack of hygiene and lack of care seriously damage the hair follicle, as an excess of sebum on the scalp may provoke premature alopecia.  The use of inadequate products, such as very aggressive shampoos create an effect...

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Does hair re-grow?

Yes, hair re-grows. It is possible to witness a partial or total re-growth of hair, only when the follicle is not completely atrophied.  Hair is only truly dead many years after the appearance of baldness and therefore, with the help of...

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When does lost hair start to be replaced by new hair?

The old hair falls out because new hair is growing.  Several months may pass before this new hair is visible (normally 2 to 4 months).

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Does wearing a hat accelerate or provoke baldness?

No, wearing a hat can protect against sun, wind or dust.

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What are the differences between cosmetic products?

Cosmetic products have natural components and a specific composition for each hair type.

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How long should a hair treatment last?

The application time of any corrective treatment will depend on the symptoms. It is important to maintain a treatment until the desired results have been achieved, as in so doing positive results are always obtained. The use of hair cosmetics should...

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Is it true that hairsprays and gels accelerate hair loss?

The majority of hairsprays and gels cause an obstruction in the follicle, harden the stem of the hair, and thereby weaken hair growth.

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What is the difference between localised and generalised alopecia?

The difference lies in the area of hair loss, in localised alopecia it is isolated and unique, or there may be various patches, while with generalised alopecia there is a global loss of hair which affects a more extensive area.

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How important are hair treatments?

Hair treatments correct, protect and preserve healthy hair, favouring its regeneration; the Clinical Capillary Institute has Specialists with 20 years experience in hair treatments.

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What is DHT?

DHT (dihydrotestosterone) is a derivate of testosterone, and is the ultimate cause of hair loss in men.  DHT intervenes to shorten the growth phase of the hair and reduces it in such a way that the new hair fails to achieve either the size or...

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