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 Dr. Alan J. Bauman is the Founder, Medical Director and Chief Surgeon of the Bauman Medical Group, P.A. located in Wharfside at Boca Pointe in Boca Raton, Florida. His practice is dedicated exclusively to treating male and female pattern hair loss. Dr. Bauman uses state-of-the-art medical and surgical techniques to help his patients maintain and/or restore their scalp hair.
Renee'
2004-05-26
Hair Loss
I am a african-american female and my hair has always been thin. But, over the last couple of years, it is extremely thin on the right side.
I have bald spots and thinning hair around the bald spots. In the past, I have had colors, braids, perm's etc. I have taken a break and worn wigs for a long period of time. I also allowed my perm to grow out. Now, it looks like my hair is never growing back on that side. Should I see a dermatologist and will my hair ever grow back?
Renee,
Unfortunately, sometime 'traction alopecia' (damage to the hair from pulling, braids, etc.) is permanent. Sometimes the area rebounds a little with minoxidil treatments, but typically it requires hair transplantation. A dermatologist typically cannot help with this situation---you will likely need to see a hair restoration physician. You need guidance from someone who specializes exclusively in medical techniques of hair restoration.
If you can send me some photos of your hair loss pattern, I can give you an idea of what it would take to restore those areas with hair.
You can email me the photos at doctorb@baumanmedical.com.
Let me know how I can help.
Sincerely,
Dr. B.
Alan J. Bauman, MD
Bauman Medical Group, PA
www.baumanmedical.com
1-877-BAUMAN-9
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