The word Trichologist originated in Greece. Trikhos is the Greek word meaning hair. A Trichologist is a hair stylist that is trained to recognize the symptoms and treat problems related to the hair and scalp. These problems include Psoriasis, hair loss, Alopecia, baldness
A Trichologist is kind of like a hair detective. In the initial consultation, a Trichologist will ask a lot of questions. Answering honestly will only aid in the treatment of hair loss making things sound better than they really are can only lead to misdiagnoses.
The Trichologist will first ask for a family history. This is important because if the bald gene is in the family history it can help the Trichologist find the best option to treat the hair loss sufferer. He will ask what a regular day consists of, what your nutritional habits are, what type of medications you are taking, he will also ask if you are allergic to any medications, and what your lifestyle is like. This is done to determine what your stress level is. This can play a big part in hair loss.
You will also be asked what your hair care routine is, and then an examination of your scalp will be performed. If the Trichologist feels it is necessary, a hair analysis will be done. This is completely painless.
It will seem like an awful lot of questions, but to the Trichologist, is all very much needed to make the correct diagnosis.
Often, the Trichologist can diagnose hair and scalp problems at the time of the initial consultation and treatment options are then discussed at that time.
When it comes to actual hair loss, the Trichologist will refer you to your primary care physician for blood work. This will determine if there are any illnesses that have gone unchecked. The Trichologist can offer options for hair loss when the blood test results have been given.
A Trichologist is not a medical doctor, and cannot order blood tests themselves so the last step is a necessary one.
Trichology is still in its fairly new to the world. Although it originated in the United Kingdom in 1902, it slowly made its way across the world. To find a good Trichologist, do a simple Google search for hair salons or associations in the state in which you live.
