Shedding
A noticeable increase in hair coming away during washing, brushing or everyday activity.
Skin Concerns
03 / Hair & Scalp
Hair Loss
Understand the
Understand the
change.
Hair loss can have many possible causes. A considered assessment helps establish what may be happening before deciding what, if anything, should be done.
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A Closer Look
Hair changes are personal.
Changes in hair density, shedding or scalp health can be noticeable and understandably concerning. They can also arise from very different underlying factors.
At ÉLAN, the starting point is not a predetermined treatment. It is understanding your history, your scalp and the nature of the change you have noticed.
The pattern tells part of the story.
Hair and scalp concerns can present differently from person to person. Understanding the pattern helps guide the conversation.
Thinning
A gradual change in density that may become more visible over time.
Scalp Changes
Itching, scaling, irritation or other changes that may accompany a hair concern.
Pattern Changes
Changes affecting particular areas of the scalp can provide useful information during assessment.
The Consultation
Start with
Start with
questions.
Your dermatologist will discuss when the change began, how it has progressed and any relevant health, lifestyle or treatment history.
Depending on the circumstances, further assessment may be appropriate before treatment options are discussed.
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A Personalised Process
No shortcuts.
No shortcuts.
No assumptions.
The right approach depends on what the assessment suggests. Some people may need observation and reassurance; others may benefit from further investigation or treatment.
Listen
Understand your experience, timeline and priorities.
Examine
Assess the scalp and visible pattern of hair change.
Consider
Discuss whether additional assessment may be useful.
Plan
Build an approach around the findings and your individual needs.
The ÉLAN Experience
Clinical care,
Clinical care,
without the rush.
Every consultation is designed to give you time to understand what is happening and why a particular approach may or may not be appropriate.
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An Important Note
Hair loss has many possible causes.
Information on this page is general and educational. A consultation with a qualified healthcare professional is needed to understand an individual's circumstances and appropriate care.
Personalised Care
Start with understanding
Start with understanding
your hair and scalp.
Book a consultation to discuss your concerns with an ÉLAN dermatologist.
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