Alopecia Explained: What Is Alopecia? (Areata, Scarring, Androgenic, and other Hair Loss Types)

[@SweetWithEnvy]

I was diagnosed with ccca alopecia I literally tear up from hearing you say the scaring is unfortunately not recoverable. I don't know why I keep torturing myself from absorbing info that is being repeated on what it is knowing how emotionally impactful it is for me.

[@Kelsthestylist]

This is helping me study for the hair loss practitioner tests SO MUCH!

[@cindycarpenter8740]

Thanks so much for this information. As a woman who has had beautiful hair her whole life, I've really been struggling with hair loss that has been go ing on for 1 year.

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

I understand completely

[@rivieracross146]

This might be a little bit of a stretch but I'm going to try anyway. I'm a 20 years old girl and I have been suffering from Alopecia since this September. I went to five different doctors and every single one of them told me it was because of stress. For some reason, I don't believe any of them, because 4 of them weren't specialized in hair loss and the dermatologist worked at a private clinic and she seemed to go through my case very quickly. (within 5 minutes she had told me it was stress and left the room) I did experience emotion turmoil in July since my ex of 3 years left me and I was diagnosed with ITP in October/November. However, the hair loss hasn't really slowed even though the stress is gone. The hair loss isn't evenly distributed across my head but only a strip from ear to ear in the back. It itches a lot and hurts when I move my hair even when it's clean. I've tried EVERYTHING to try and stop the hair loss, I've changed shampoo multiple times, I started taking iron supplements to bring up my ferittin (since its a tad low 21 (normality is 20 - 306) due to prednisone I took for ITP), I used a liquid Taro-mometasone and I started Rogain. None of this seems to help. So, basically, can who's lived a similar situation or knows anything tell me if this is really Telugen Effluvium ?? And is time really the only solution for recovery ?

[@AndreaShink]

I have Covid about 14 weeks ago. In the last 6 weeks, I feel like I've lost about 40% of my hair. I just ordered your products today, and I can't wait for them to arrive.

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

From William’s Assistant Trichologist MJ: Hi Andrea! I'm glad you found us through these videos! Let us know how it goes!

[@AndreaShink]

@@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist I have a tele-appointment with you scheduled for Tuesday, MJ.

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

@@AndreaShink Great! Talk soon!

[@AndreaShink]

@@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist ive already given your contact info to 5+ people, too.

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

From William’s Assistant Trichologist MJ: Thank you so much! :)

[@averyfisher9967]

Thank you Dr Gaunitz 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@megatron8395]

Great video! Although i was diagnosed with AGA im still dead confused inside and it's killing me. A dermatologist prescribed me minoxidil 5 after a year not much changes in the hairline it went a little further back but interestingly it's not shiny scalp like diffused hair and recently doc prescribed me with Tacrolim 0.1% although i have AGA according to him and to me it seems unrealistic to apply the ointment all over the head.

[@THE-CROWZ06]

Hi. I’m a new subscriber . My problem is after the itching sensation I lost hair. I don’t scratch my scalp could be worst. I am on my second bottle of advanced trichology DHT BLOCKER & the itch sensation gone.

[@sable7114]

Thank you for this presentation. I am told that I have ccca alopecia but I have none of the symptoms described by some of the commenters. There is no itching or burning or pain, just hair loss in the crown area. Recently I started using a corticosteroid treatment or oil on the scalp. If this is scarring Alopecia, will this help and what causes the inflammation? Is it my immune system?

[@cybervasai8710]

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[@manaykotari8197]

Muze 10_12 month se alopecia areata ki ss the aur mai bahut Pareshan ho gaya tha. Kya kru mj nahi aa raha tha. Kahi jau to balo ko lekar sharminda hota tha. Ya fir cap pehn kr bahar jana pdta tha. So maine KZbin pr vedio dekhe uske niche comment pudhe to us comment me ek bhai ne bataya charvi hair solution aur capsules ke bare me. fir maine charvi hair solution aur charvi capsule Amazon se order Kiya aur use Krna chalu kiya muze ise bahut achha results mila, mera sir pe naye bal aana chalu huye mere patchess bhar gaye . Thanks mere bhai muze bataya charvi ke bare me.

[@devikasingh5919]

Hello doctor i have female pattern hair loss and also diffuse hair loss at the front of my head that looks like a receding hair line. But i have another question, I have scalp tenderness at some areas of my scalp especially at the vertex . It normally doesn't pain all the time but when it does it lasts for days. When i touch the spot it would flare up like I just burn and it usually hurts more when showering. I am gentle with my hair always before this started to occur and even more now. The only chemicals I would use in my hair is semi permanent colours and bleach once a year. I would use Olive Oil or massage the spot but now nothing is working and my part seems to be getting wider. Could you please help me to understand what is causing this ?

[@AlexNp.2024]

@William What about patients with thalassemia trait (minor) who have ferritin levels below 100. Is it recommended that their ferritin levels also be above 100?

[@Tonya_Renee]

Great video! I have CCCA. I am tired of trying to save my hair but I would like to know if you can any suggestions that would stop my scalp from hurting and itching and maybe stop the soreness as well?

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

Have you used topical cortisteroids? Like clobetasol .05%

[@Tonya_Renee]

@@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist yes but it no longer works for me.

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

We would have to do a deep dive on the situation. There’s so many things that come to how your scalp is responding with a scarring alopecia. Are your using chemicals on your scalp still such as relaxer?

[@Tonya_Renee]

@@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist my last relaxer was over 20 years ago. I don’t get hair weaves or braids. For hair color I use a semi permanent color or sometimes a henna. The only health issue I have is asthma and hypertension. As for my diet, it’s not the best but I’m working on that now.

[@MorningDove]

Have you heard of Burning Scalp Syndrome which is for me a very serious burning? Just a slight touch of wind can set it off. Rash or purple circles cover the front of my head. I'm in so much pain!!!

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

I am so sorry. Yes that is a neurological disorder that is very challenging to manage

[@MorningDove]

@@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist well, I appreciate you answering. Thank you!

[@internationaltrichologycon366]

@@MorningDove research Trichodynia (scalp dysthesia) there are a few medications which can help (predisnolone, substance P inhibitors which has capsicain in it)

[@MorningDove]

@@internationaltrichologycon366 thank you ~ I'll ask my doctor about that, although I don't expect much. 6 doctors and mostly shrugs. That's ok I'll keep researching and digging. 😊 I'm a fighter!!! I did watch a video on YT explaining Substance P and it makes perfect sense to me, as I have all the symptoms mentioned. You've given me some hope. Again, thank you so much!!!

[@halaaltamimi7632]

Hello dr william i have hair loss almost a year after my papa passed away 😢 💔 i am taking multi vitamins its reduced but still falling can you recommend to me lotion for hair fall thank you sir

[@MichelleVanzyl-t7e]

Can defuse alopecia areata cause brow and lash lost? .will I lose all my hair

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

Yes it can. So does FFA

[@analyse-ygo-fr]

If someone loses their hair on their forehead, could this be linked to a nutritional problem?

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

I am assuming you mean their hairline… But hairline only is usually DHT related. There may be a nutritional component, but it would be predominantly DHT.

[@MichaelJones-bk7op]

Can telogen effluvium look like male pattern baldness and be on the top of the scalp

[@petargenchev2444]

Does anyone know the full video of this short?

[@rajabhisham5603]

Thank you, Dr. but what about the pseudopelade of Brocq ?

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

From William’s Assistant Trichologist MJ: Hi Rajab. That is a form of scarring alopecia.

[@Tonya_Renee]

I have CCCA. I am at the point where I am tired of trying to save my hair but I would like some suggestions on how I can get my scalp to stop itching stop hurting and stop the soreness. Any suggestions?

[@TamaraGeorge.]

Hi can you please respond I’ve been watching your videos and I was told I had ccca but my scalp wasn’t sensitive or anything till I used the steroids and Shampoo I was prescribed so I stopped. My hair is thinning all over not just at the crown and my edges are receding in. Does that diagnosis sound correct? I also suffer from anemia and had 2 iron infusion in the past, I noticed the shedding stopped then

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

It sounds like your situation is complex and could involve multiple factors. Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA) typically starts at the crown and can spread outward, leading to scarring and permanent hair loss if not treated. However, your symptoms of thinning all over, receding edges, and no initial scalp sensitivity suggest that other factors, like anemia, could be contributing to your hair loss. Anemia, particularly iron deficiency, is a common cause of hair thinning and shedding. The fact that your shedding stopped after iron infusions suggests that your iron levels play a significant role in your hair health. The reaction you had to the steroids and prescribed shampoo could indicate a sensitivity to those treatments or that the diagnosis might need re-evaluation. Given the complexity of your symptoms, it would be best to consult with a trichologist or dermatologist who can consider both CCCA and other potential causes, like iron deficiency, to develop a tailored treatment plan. ➡️Reach out to us at www.advancedtrichology.com/

[@lokosdanveros]

Yo what about frontal fibrosing alopecia?? Why does no one ever talk about that? Can you imagine how distressing it might be? We need more discussion and research on that... 😢

[@dahu.6758]

Doctor , I am 24 years and i am the only girl in my family and i just have 6 brothers and all of them and my parents have healthy hair , my vit D level is 10 and I diagnosed with seborric dermatiti but i have bald patches look like Androginec alopecia since 4 years .... Could be the daignosis Androgenic Alopecia ? I’m confused 😭

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

From William’s Assistant Trichologist MJ: It's not typical for women your age to start experiencing androgenetic alopecia unless you were diagnosed with PCOS and/or on birth control pill. You definitely have nutritional deficiencies so please take the following: FoliGrowth Vitamin: take 2 in morning with food and 1 in the evening with food www.advancedtrichology.com/products/foligrowth-ultra-hair-growth-vitamin-with-high-potency-biotin-folic-acid-and-26-herbs-and-vitamins Vitamin D3: Vit D3: take 10 drops (10,000iu) per day for 6 months then retest. - www.advancedtrichology.com/products/liquid-vitamin-d3-5000-iu-180-days-suppl If you can get a blood test for ferritin, that is recommended. You may also reach out to us at [e-mail] so we can help determing if you have androgenetic alopecia too.

[@manaykotari8197]

Muze 10_12 month se alopecia areata ki ss the aur mai bahut Pareshan ho gaya tha. Kya kru mj nahi aa raha tha. Kahi jau to balo ko lekar sharminda hota tha. Ya fir cap pehn kr bahar jana pdta tha. So maine KZbin pr vedio dekhe uske niche comment pudhe to us comment me ek bhai ne bataya charvi hair solution aur capsules ke bare me. fir maine charvi hair solution aur charvi capsule Amazon se order Kiya aur use Krna chalu kiya muze ise bahut achha results mila, mera sir pe naye bal aana chalu huye mere patchess bhar gaye . Thanks mere bhai muze bataya charvi ke bare me.1

[@manaykotari8197]

Muze 10_12 month se alopecia areata ki ss the aur mai bahut Pareshan ho gaya tha. Kya kru mj nahi aa raha tha. Kahi jau to balo ko lekar sharminda hota tha. Ya fir cap pehn kr bahar jana pdta tha. So maine KZbin pr vedio dekhe uske niche comment pudhe to us comment me ek bhai ne bataya charvi hair solution aur capsules ke bare me. fir maine charvi hair solution aur charvi capsule Amazon se order Kiya aur use Krna chalu kiya muze ise bahut achha results mila, mera sir pe naye bal aana chalu huye mere patchess bhar gaye . Thanks mere bhai muze bataya charvi ke bare me.____

[@nn2380]

I've heard of weight related hair loss - where hair sheds after rapid weight loss. What category would that fit into and would nutritional or supplement-based treatment be the best way to deal with this?

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

That would either be nutritional or inflammatory depending upon exactly the trauma on the body

[@tapasmajumder9302]

So sir in what's category Diffuse hair loss come?

[@elijahhamilton1124]

I am not sure what I am experiencing, I bumped KY head really hard six years ago and to this day, I have not experienced complete regrowth, is this scaring alopecia?

[@dishaverenker7359]

According to your video i have nutritional alopecia According to images shown ie diffuse all over, but i have been told i have female pattern hair loss. I also have diffrence in thickness of the hairs. Is it possible i have both nutritional and androgenic?

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

It can be. If you want to deep dive on the differences in the explanations between the different types of hair loss you can view this unlisted video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqvCi2ihn9FpiaM

[@dishaverenker7359]

Hello doctor i have female pattern hair loss and also diffuse hairloss at the back which might be due to stress and nutrition. But i have another question which non of my doctor's have answer so please answer it. I have scalpe tenderness at some areas of my scalpe especially at the vertex . It normally dsnt pain me. Only if i run my hands through my head or touch it in that specific area it hurts. And also it hurts more two days after shower. The day i shower and the next day it's there but less compared to what it is 2 days after shower . Could you please help me to understand what is causing this ? Please answer me it would be really helpful.

[@cindycarpenter8740]

How can I find a hair loss specialists in my area???

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

Where are you located?

[@marlenesabba4700]

@@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist Suffolk County, Long Island, NY.? I have been on the hair loss products that you have put your name to for about 4 months with still a lot of shedding. I have now shifted to trying the Dr. Shapiro products advertised on Facebook. It seems like this hair loss problem is a lot more widespread, as I see MANY women with hair loss. It is so sad...

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

Hi Marlene, it sounds like you need some blood tests. You have blood tests for Vid D3, Ferritin, or blood type?

[@Modlb7]

You forgot about traction alopecia and about trichotillomania.

[@erickaantionette7381]

I was diagnosed with CCCA today. 😞

[@sable7114]

What were you told cause that may I ask? I'm so sorry it's horrible for a woman to lose hair.

[@marianali7951]

Do you ship your products to Europe?

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

We do. Purchase at www.advancedTrichology.com

[@josieshepherd2483]

For nutritional alopecia what should each level be for hair growth Zinc Ferritin Vitamin d3 Folate What should each level be at?

[@Aurla-R2-D2]

Why no mention of hypothyroidism causing hair loss? It's extremely common!

[@beginnerssamayal8319]

In your quiz its nutri hairloss likewise my ferritin is 10 Ng/ ml iron is only 5 and vit d3 is 8.5 but after 4 months my ferritin is 72 iron 90 vit d is 62 but my hairloss did not stop

[@internationaltrichologycon366]

ideally you need to raise your ferritin over 100, after which the the hair need 3 months to cycle through its shedding phase and another 3 months to see a difference (6 months to see a difference in total)

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

That is a great improvement! Your hair growth today is usually 8 weeks behind what’s happening in your body. It is likely that your hair is not caught up with your blood test yet. Give it another 4 to 6 weeks and you should be on track

[@beginnerssamayal8319]

@@internationaltrichologycon366 thanks for ur reply I will wait for 3 more months

[@beginnerssamayal8319]

@@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist thank you

[@rohintransaravanan5802]

Hi doctor Will hot shower cause hair loss. Will hot shower damage the hair follicles and cause scarring alopecia?

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

No, for that to occur the water would have to produce a burn and that would be horribly painful.

[@rohintransaravanan5802]

@@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist so hot showers won't cause hair loss or damage the hair follicles?

[@rohintransaravanan5802]

@@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist can doctor explain me the signs and symptoms of damaged hair follicles.. Because after some time of hot showers now my scalp is damaged and dried out and my hair also thinned!

[@sable7114]

@@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist so in high school I was born by the Bunsen burner at my hairline and was told my hair would never grow back in that area but little hairs are growing back possibly an inch 22in long now but very very slow growth compared to the rest of my hair and as you know in addition to that I have some kind of alopecia in my crown area. How do we explain how that growth is occurring again

[@heyitsab6122]

Do you have any clinic/office located in California ?

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

From William’s Assistant Trichologist MJ: Yes, we do have a clinic in Carlsbad CA but we're currently limiting in clinic consults due to COVID. We do phone consults if you would like. Please feel free to call us at 480-222-4247 to schedule an appointment.

[@abaykyahai1816]

Hello Dr! How do i know if i have nutritional alopecia or telogen effluvium? Because both of them seem to be happening to me!🥺😭

[@Blvkwvlf]

So is anyone else creeped out by this guy pretending to be a doctor. He dresses as a doctor, makes people believe he's a doctor, but he's not actually medically trained or is an actual doctor.

[@WilliamGaunitzTrichologist]

I totally understand where you're coming from, and I really appreciate you raising the concern. To clarify, I’m not a real doctor, but I’m here to provide reliable information based on scientific studies and general knowledge, especially when it comes to hair health and related topics. My goal is to be as helpful as possible and point people toward resources or professionals when needed. If you ever have any doubts or concerns, consulting with a medically trained professional is always the best course of action! 😊 If you need any more info or have questions, feel free to ask! I'm here to help as much as I can. 🌿

[@miapazhelson7313]

He is a Tricologist. A trained scalp specialist. His info is correct!