Hair and Scalp

The question of when a dermatologist should discuss a wig purchase or wig use with an alopecia patient is not clearly defined, but is an important part of the armamentarium of hair loss treatment.

Many nondermatologists do not realize how many times in a day that dermatologists have to deliver news that a condition is difficult to treat or not curable. 

In September, a 23-year-old woman presents to her dermatologist complaining of dry, “weak” hair with excessive breakage for 2 weeks. She reports having her hair professionally colored every 12 weeks for the past year, but denies any other...