Severe hair loss can look like the final stage of androgenetic alopecia. In this short video, Dr. Sanusi Umar points to a study finding that raises a more complex question about inflammation, fibrosis, and the biology of the scalp. “Severely bald?” That question opens Dr. Umar’s explanation. When male pattern
Two patients can both have scarring hair loss and still need different plans. In this short video, Dr. Sanusi Umar answers a recurring question about the Two Marias and explains why their care involved more than a single product. “What treatment did you actually use?” That question is the starting
Maria’s treatment for folliculitis decalvans did not begin with a hair transplant. In this Baldcast chapter, Dr. Sanusi Umar asks viewers to focus on the sequence: diseased tissue was surgically excised, the scalp was stabilized, tattooing was used during healing, and three years later transplantation followed. The result shown in
Robert’s case brought acne keloidalis nuchae together with folliculitis decalvans at a level that left Dr. Sanusi Umar without an established protocol to follow. In this Baldcast chapter, Dr. Umar explains how medical limitations, the possibility of highly invasive surgery, and uncertainty around treatment forced him to think beyond the
Alejandro was born with a birthmark that covered part of his face and scalp with dark, hair-bearing skin. As he grew up, the condition shaped more than his appearance. It also exposed him to stares and comments that stayed with him, making his story of how to regrow hair inseparable
After losing the upper eyelashes on one side during a procedure, Lizette came to my clinic looking for options. Her experience became a conversation about surgery, conservative support, and what she later observed in her lashes. When Lizette came to see me, her concern was specific and visible: the upper
Hair loss, a struggle transcending mere aesthetics, profoundly impacts self-esteem and well-being. While various treatments exist for hair restoration, individuals grappling with severe Norwood 7 pattern baldness and retrograde alopecia often find themselves at a crossroads, facing limited options. Retrograde alopecia, characterized by hair loss extending from the nape area
Hair loss, an affliction that touches the lives of many, manifests in various forms. Retrograde alopecia is a distinct challenge, particularly in the intricate landscape of male pattern hair loss. So, what is retrograde alopecia? What are its symptoms? What are its associations, and how does it develop? Defining Retrograde
