Many people, one way or another throughout their lives, have been faced with the problem of healthy hair. Active loss, dandruff, greasy, irritation, itching - all these conditions, as most people think, are solved by the selection of a special shampoo. In fact, the trichologist is dealing with such problems.
Who is it?
Trichology is a type of dermatology and deals with all problems related to hair and scalp. While there are not so many of these doctors, they are reluctant to turn to them, although many patients suffer from various ailments.
The fact is that the thick hair on the head has long lost its original meaning, and its functions today are reduced to aesthetic. Which is the main reason that a relatively small number of people turn to trichologists, because for many it seems to be just pampering.
Solved problems
As we found out, a trichologist is a doctor dealing with various diseases of the hair and scalp. Irritation, itching, dandruff, prolapse and even alopecia - all these problems should be addressed by a special doctor, since it is not always possible to relieve such conditions from changing the shampoo from the store to the pharmacy.
Often this or that condition of the hair is not a consequence of their damage, but a sign of a systemic disease, for example, hormonal imbalance. In this case, the problem should also be solved in general, and not by symptomatic treatment. It is for this that the trichologist, along with his instruments and devices incomprehensible to the average man, is needed. And the trip to this doctor should not be neglected by either men or women. Of course, heredity plays a very important role in the issue of health and condition of hair, but this does not mean that the situation cannot be corrected.
When to contact?
As the doctors themselves say, when it comes to loss, 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 the answer to any stress or a sharp change in life. But the reaction is always delayed in time for several 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 loss 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, then a children'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, a trichologist is a doctor, so his main weapon is tests and analyzes. First, the condition of the patient's scalp is examined. During its study, signs of fungal diseases, inflammatory processes can be detected.
Next is a trichogram. To do this, use a special camera with the ability to zoom. With its help, you can evaluate the density of hair, the number of sleeping and active bulbs, find out whether active loss or growth occurs, and whether they are caused by external factors.
Another auxiliary tool of a doctor is a phototrichogram. This method resembles the previous one, but it is much more perfect. Firstly, you can take photos to see the dynamics and evaluate the effectiveness of the therapy. Secondly, you can apply such an increase that even the structure of the hair will be visible .
Finally, there is another basic study most often used by doctors. This is a spectral analysis of hair. Their collection takes place, and in the laboratory the material is examined for the presence and quantity of certain substances and trace elements. So you can identify a lack or excess of something in the body to adjust the diet or choose vitamin supplements.
In addition, the doctor may prescribe additional tests, 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 that now it is not a problem to find a doctor of almost any specialization, but a trichologist is not the case. They do not exist in state polyclinics and internal affairs departments, where you can find ordinary dermatologists. Fortunately, in large cities, as a rule, there are private medical centers, and most likely there is 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 you have a choice, it is best to find out the opinions of former patients. In the end, if it is impossible to find a doctor, you can find a good knowledgeable cosmetologist or, at worst, an experienced hairdresser who will tell you how to cope with a particular problem.
Advice
The first and most important thing that any trichologist will say is about the need to wash your hair as it gets dirty. You should not make a schedule or do it every day out of habit, because unnecessary exposure to aggressive detergents will not add to your hair's health. Second - care products must be selected based on the type of scalp and the hair itself. And do not neglect balms and masks. This final touch when washing your hair 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 serve as additional protection against aggressive environmental influences.
In addition, if serious problems are observed, it is better to save hair and set aside a hair dryer, iron, curling iron and improper styling products. Instead, it is better to pamper your hair with natural oils and vitamins. All these tips of the trichologist are quite simple and obvious. But not all people follow them, and some of them then have to see a doctor.
Treatment
When the diagnosis is made, the doctor prescribes medications and monitors how this affects the patient's body. In the case of the trichologist, everything is exactly the same. For various problems, both external agents, that is, therapeutic shampoos, balms, lotions and masks, and general therapy, for example, hormonal, can be offered. As a rule, in this case, a specialist of a related profile — a gastroenterologist, endocrinologist, gynecologist , etc., is also involved in the treatment process. Of course, the trichologist will remain the main thing in the treatment process. Reviews of patients who were promptly offered adequate treatment, and they definitely followed him, are not even needed - healthy hair speaks for itself. Indeed, in just a few months, the appearance of these people can dramatically change for the better, you only need to consult an experienced doctor.