New Book Offers Answers for Female Hair Loss Sufferers: Includes Special Forward From Richard Simmons
Hair loss in women has leapt to an astounding 30 million cases in the U. S. While hair loss is readily accepted in the male population, the taboo subject of female hair loss has generally been avoided by medical literature and most consumer venues. A new book by renowned expert Dr. Matt Leavitt hopes to change all that.
(PRWEB) January 30, 2005
Hair loss in women has leapt to an astounding 30 million cases in the U. S. While hair loss is readily accepted in the male population, the taboo subject of female hair loss has generally been avoided by medical literature and most consumer venues. A new book by renowned expert Dr. Matt Leavitt hopes to change all that.
The book Women and Hair Loss: A PhysicianÂ’s Perspective is a consumerÂ’s guide from a medical point of view. Authored by Dr. Leavitt, founder of nationally recognized Medical Hair Restoration (MHR), the book strives to educate women on the primary reasons they experience hair loss and the viable options available for treatment. The book also probes the psychological aspects of hair loss, citing many studies about the emotional impact this infliction can have.
Through his MHR practice, Dr. Leavitt has helped thousands of women with their hair loss concerns and frustrations with the medical process. To help women become better informed medical consumers, there is an entire chapter dedicated to the doctorÂ’s role in female hair loss. Dr. Leavitt offers valuable advice on what questions to ask, what questions the doctor should be asking, and suggests medical tests to properly determine the cause. Charts of common medications that may have the side effect of hair loss are also provided.
“Millions of women suffer not only from hair loss, but from a lack of information on the topic,” said Dr. Leavitt. “It’s unfortunate that many people, even doctors, can be dismissive of females losing their hair. That’s why I wrote this book—to provide information and hope to women dealing with the confusing and sometimes devastating effects of hair loss.”
Topics such as hair loss in children, ethnic hair loss, and cancer-related hair loss are all covered, as well as a brief history of hair and an explanation of the science behind a human hair follicle. The latest techniques in female hair transplantation are also reviewed, with before and after photos of MHR patients. Women and Hair Loss: A PhysicianÂ’s Perspective is a recommended read for medical practitioners as well, to increase their knowledge of female hair loss and to aid their communication with these patients.
A special foreword from renowned health and fitness guru Richard Simmons states: “I praise Dr. Leavitt for listening and responding to thousands of women who have not had such an in-depth source prior to this book.”
Published by Beautiful Media, the book is available for $16.95 plus shipping and handling through www. womenandhairloss. com or by calling 1-877-664-HAIR.
About the Author
Matt Leavitt, DO is a board certified dermatologist and hair restoration surgeon. He is the founder and medical director of Advanced Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery, one of the largest dermatology practices in the country, and of Medical Hair Restoration, a national practice associated with surgical hair transplantation. Dr. Leavitt is recognized internationally as an accomplished author, clinical researcher, surgeon and lecturer on the subject of hair loss. His speaking engagements regularly include specific lectures on female hair loss. For more information, visit: www. medicalhairrestoration. com and www. advancedderm. com.
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