Many people anyway throughout theirlife faced with the problem of health hair. Active loss, dandruff, oiliness, irritation, itching - all these conditions, as it seems to most, are solved by the selection of a special shampoo. In fact, the doctor-trichologist deals with such problems.
Who is it?
Trichology is a type of dermatology anddeals with all problems relating to the hair and scalp. So far there are not so many of these doctors, and they are reluctant to turn to them, although many patients suffer from certain illnesses.
The fact is that thick hair on his head for a long timelost its original meaning, and its current functions are reduced to aesthetic. What is the main reason that a relatively small number of people turn to trichologists, because to many, this seems like mere indulgence.
Solvable problems
As we found out, the trichologist is a doctor who hasdealing with various diseases of the hair and scalp. Irritation, itching, dandruff, loss and even alopecia - a special doctor should deal with all these problems, since it is not always that changing the shampoo from the store to the pharmacy can save you from such conditions.
Often this or that condition of the hair is nota consequence of their damage, and a sign of a systemic disease, for example, hormonal imbalance. In this case, the problem should also be solved in general, and not treated with symptomatic treatment. It is for this that the trichologist is needed, along with instruments and devices that are incomprehensible to the average person. And going to this doctor should not be neglected, neither men nor women. Of course, heredity plays a very important role in the issue of the health and condition of the hair, but this does not mean that the situation cannot be corrected.
When to apply?
As the doctors themselves say, when it comes toloss, you need to go to the doctor 2-3 months after it was noticed, if it did not end on its own. The fact is that hair loss can be a response to any kind of stress or dramatic change in life. But the reaction is always delayed for a few weeks. Therefore, if after a couple of months with each combing or shampooing, hair loss occurs, then it's time to go to the doctor. However, if the prolapse progresses very quickly, you should not wait in the wings, otherwise you can come to the doctor in a very poor condition.
Of course, if this is not about adults, thenchildren's trichologist will be needed at the very beginning of the development of the problem. And you need a specialist who will help the child, since the structure of his hair is different - they are softer, more susceptible to external influence, and therefore suffer more.
Surveys
First of all, the trichologist is a doctor, sohis main weapons are tests and analyzes. First, the patient’s scalp condition is examined. In the course of its study, signs of fungal diseases and inflammatory processes can be detected.
Next is a trichogram.To do this, use a special camera with the possibility of increasing. With its help, you can estimate the density of the hair, the number of sleeping and active bulbs, find out whether there is an active loss or growth, and whether they are caused by external factors.
Another auxiliary tool of the doctor -photo trichogram. This method resembles the previous one, but it is much more perfect. First, you can take photos to see the dynamics and evaluate the effectiveness of the therapy. Secondly, it is possible to apply such an increase that even the structure of the hair will be visible.
Finally, there is another major study,most commonly used by doctors. This is a spectral analysis of hair. They are sampled, and in the laboratory the material is examined for the presence and quantity of certain substances and trace elements. So you can identify the lack or excess of something in the body to adjust the diet or pick up vitamin supplements.
In addition, the doctor may prescribe additionaltests, for example, ultrasound, blood tests for hormones or biochemistry, fibrogastroscopy, etc. The list of these examinations can be very wide and depends on what the trichologist wants to confirm or deny based on the condition of the hair.
Where to find?
It seems now is not a problem to find a doctoralmost any specialization, but trichologist is not the case. They do not happen in public clinics and KVD, where you can find conventional dermatologists. Fortunately, in large cities, as a rule, there are private medical centers, and, most likely, there will be at least one where the trichologist takes. Of course, a rare specialty is not a guarantee that it will be a good doctor, so if there is a choice, it is best to know the opinions of former patients. In the end, if you can not find a doctor, you can find a good knowledgeable cosmetologist or, at worst, an experienced hairdresser who will tell you how to deal with this or that problem.
Advice
The first and most important thing anyone will saytrichologist, is about the necessity of washing the head as it gets dirty. You should not make a schedule or do it every day out of habit, because the excess effect of aggressive detergents does not add to the health of hair. The second - care products must be selected based on the type of scalp and the very hair. And do not neglect the balms and masks. This final touch with shampooing will help to close the hair scales, make them smoother, simplify combing and add shine. In addition, they will leave a thin film, which will provide additional protection against the aggressive effects of the external environment.
Also, if there are serious problems,it is better to take care of your hair and put aside a hairdryer, iron, curling iron and inappropriate styling products. Instead, it is better to pamper your hair with natural oils and vitamins. All these advice from the trichologist are quite simple and obvious. But not all people follow them, and some of them then have to go to a doctor.
Treatment
When the diagnosis is made, the doctor prescribes medication.and watches how it affects the patient. In the case of trichologist everything is exactly the same. In case of various problems, both external agents, ie medical shampoos, balms, lotions and masks, as well as general therapy, for example, hormonal, can be offered. As a rule, in this case the specialist of the adjacent profile is also involved in the treatment process - a gastroenterologist, an endocrinologist, a gynecologist, etc. Of course, the trichologist will remain the main thing in the process of therapy. Reviews of patients who were offered adequate treatment on time, and they followed him exactly, not even needed - healthy hair speaks for itself. After all, in just a few months, the appearance of these people can dramatically change for the better, it is only necessary to consult with an experienced doctor.
