I Have Found the Answer to My Hair Loss

The hair follicles on my head are genetically susceptible to baldness. As what I’ve read, these genetically vulnerable hair follicles are acted upon by the hormone DHT (dihydrotestosterone). DHT is the hormone that triggers hair loss in male and female pattern baldness. This hormone bound with my hair follicles and caused them to weaken over time which resulted to my partial hair loss.

I availed of the Leimo Free Hair Loss Treatment in UK and they sent me their Hair Treatment Pack. I’m not very sure which of the organic ingredients they used that stopped my hair loss, all I know is that all the wet products worked for me. I strongly think it’s because the Leimo wet products contain the most powerful anti-DHT formula created by nature itself. The line of wet products in the Leimo Hair Treatment Pack which they gave away is made from all-natural ingredients and proven safe and free from side effects. One of its most active ingredients is the Saw Palmetto.

According to my research, saw palmetto is an effective anti-androgen that initiates a marked decrease in the level of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the body by blocking receptor sites of cell membranes as well as by inhibiting 5-alpha reductase—the enzyme that accounts for DHT.

I used the Leimo wet products on a daily basis and I got the best results. The Leimo Scalp Serum is dermatologist-formulated and made from nature’s most powerful ingredients designed to attack the main cause of hair loss which is dihydrotestosterone (DHT).

The Leimo Scalp Therapy is the intensive antioxidant that bathed my scalp with a rich blend of saw palmetto extracts—which served as protection from the damaging effects of DHT. It also promotes scalp circulation and reduces the build-up of DHT.

The Leimo Bio-Cleansing Shampoo is uniquely formulated with powerful BioGrowth system; it contains mistletoe and fennel extracts. With every use, it nourished my hair making it look healthy and clean, and along with the Thickening Conditioner, my hair is moisturized and strengthened. My scalp is cleansed from the excess sebum both deep within and on the surface with the help of the Scalp and Body Scrub, creating a healthy environment for hair regrowth.

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Fleas may be the culprit in older cat's hair loss

Dear Dr Johns: I have a two-cat household. Both are mature cats and are primarily indoor cats.

We have a screened-in back porch pool area that they sometimes go to get fresh air. Recently the older male cat has been pulling out clumps of hair while he grooms himself. I have not noticed any indication of fleas; however, neither cat is treated with flea repellant.

I hesitate to take him to the vet because the last time he was in a pet carrier; he FREAKED out and defecated all over the crate.

Any idea what could be causing him to do this? Nothing has changed to cause a behavior issue.

Thanks in advance.

— Deby

Dear Deby: I would certainly want to rule out fleas first. Since your cats are mature and have not had problems in the past, a change in their environment is suspected. That change could easily be fleas. Cats are so good at grooming themselves; they often eat the fleas before you can see them. Fleas can come in on your shoes. If your cats spend any time outside or if the porch is screened in, fleas can certainly find your cats.

May I suggest Advantage, Vectra, or Revolution for your flea control treatment? These products are safe and effective. Advantage is available over the counter. Vectra and Revolution can be purchased at your veterinarian’s office.

If flea control does not improve your older male’s hair coat, there are veterinarians that will come to your house. At Home Veterinary Service is one mobile practice in the area. Their number is (850) 420-6575. You may even be able to get your own veterinarian to make a house call.

At any rate, I would recommend starting on flea control medicine and giving it faithfully every month. Aside from causing itching, fleas can also carry diseases to your pets. It would be best to avoid all exposure to them.

Battle Scars of Children who Beat Cancer

Beating cancer is wonderful for a child who can now live a full life. But some children who overcome cancer experience emotional scars from their experience with the disease.

A recent study has found that persistent hair loss and other physical remnants of cancer are linked to higher levels of emotional distress and a reduced quality of life for children as they grow into adults.

Karen Kinahan, RN, a clinical nurse who specializes in pediatric oncology at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University, spearheaded the study with data from the Childhood Cancer Survivor Study.

A total of 14,358 people who had had cancer as children and 4,023 of their siblings (nominated to participate in the study by those who had cancer and used as a comparison group) were given two questionnaires, one in 1992 and one in 2003.

All the participants who had cancer were treated between 1970 and 1986. If they had died, were younger than 18 or were incapable of filling out the survey, a surrogate filled it out on their behalf.

The questionnaires asked whether those who had beaten cancer had head/neck, arm/leg and chest/abdomen scarring from cancer treatments, disfigurement or persistent hair loss.

The questions regarding quality of life and their psychological health were asked in the 2003 survey. Mental health was assessed based on their symptoms over the previous week and quality of life based on the previous four weeks.

Unsurprisingly, those who had had cancer also had higher rates of scarring or disfigurement compared to their siblings, at a rate two to four times greater depending on the part of the body. They also had greater hair loss (14 percent compared to 6.3 percent).

The researchers found that large amounts of cranial radiation more than doubled the likelihood that people would have head/neck disfigurement and quadrupled the risk of hair loss.

In terms of mental health, those who had beaten cancer but lost their hair were 1.6 times more likely to experience anxiety, and those with head/neck disfigurement were a little more likely (1.19 times) to be depressed.

Women who had persistent hair loss were also more likely to be depressed, and hair loss, arm/leg disfigurement and head/neck disfigurement were all linked to a somewhat higher risk of experiencing negative emotional symptoms.

"The results show that cancer treatments can affect childhood cancer survivors' physical appearances and their quality of life long after they turn 18," said Kinahan.

"I have patients who are asymmetrical because of radiation treatments, others with scars on their faces and necks from biopsies and surgeries and some who've had the amputation of a limb," she added.

Kinahan said the results of this study mean doctors need to take into account the way their cancer patients' long-term emotional health can be affected by the treatments they undergo.

"We need to be more aware, so that interventions facilitating coping skills, emotional adjustment and management strategies can be implemented for patients at highest risk," Kinahan said. "A natural next step would be to make efforts to minimize alterations to the physical appearance of pediatric cancer patients during diagnosis and treatment."

The study appeared online May 21 in the Journal of Clinical Oncology. The research was funded by grants from the National Cancer Institute and the American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities. The authors indicated no conflicts of interest.