Which doctor should I visit for hair loss?

A dermatologist can treat hair loss, which is hereditary, and an endocrinologist can diagnose and treat hair loss symptoms associated with various endocrine disorders. A trichologist too can effectively treat your hair loss symptoms.

What do dermatologists give you for hair loss?

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved minoxidil to treat hair loss. It is the only hair re-growth product approved for men and women. A dermatologist may combine minoxidil with another treatment.

Can dermatologist grow hair?

While your hair may regrow on its own, your dermatologist may recommend treatment to help it grow more quickly. Sometimes, treatment is essential to prevent further hair loss. A treatment plan for hair loss may include one or more of the following.

Can a dermatologist help with scalp problems?

Dermatologists can help people who have itching, scaling, hair loss, and bleeding due to scalp psoriasis. When you see a dermatologist, you receive a treatment plan tailored to your individual needs. Often a treatment plan will include more than one treatment.

When should you see a dermatologist for hair loss?

It is absolutely normal to lose anywhere between 50-150 hairs every single day. However, if your hair is falling out in clumps, if you notice circular areas of hair thinning or you are simply concerned about your hair shedding – it is time to make an appointment with us.

Does a dermatologist treat scalp issues?

Who is the best dermatologist for hair loss?

Hair loss (alopecia) is one of the most common concerns we diagnose and treat at BAXT CosMedical®. As board certified dermatologists, Dr. Rebecca Baxt and Dr. Saida Baxt are specially trained to diagnose and treat challenging hair diseases.

How can a dermatologist help with hair loss?

A dermatologist can absolutely help with your hair thinning situation! In my NYC practice, we treat hair thinning and hair loss using Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP). This is also referred to as “liquid gold”. Using your own plasma, when injected to the scalp, PRP can stimulate hair growth as well as thicken your existing hair.

Do dermatologist do hair?

Dermatology is a medical and surgical field specializing in the treatment of skin, hair, and nails and how they relate to your body as a whole. Dermatologist will diagnose and treat specific conditions of the skin and also use the skin as a map to see what’s happening inside the body. He/she will also do skin checks concerning moles and red spots.