Dermagenix offers medical help for patients experiencing hair loss and nail disease. We focus on areas including the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes and other regions that may experience hair disorders. Below are some Frequently Asked Questions about this common disorder.

Why am I loosing my hair?

Hair loss is much more complicated then generally perceived. Over 10 different medical conditions could be causing your hair loss. Our clinic will work with you to give you answers and help you understand what is happening with your hair.

How serious is hair loss?

Hair performs many important functions. Hair loss can be due to a variety of reasons. Origins of hair loss may be genetic(such as common mail pattern baldness), or a sign of local and systemic disease such as lupus, lichen planopilaris, tinea, alopecia areata, and others.

What treatment options do you provide?

You will be evaluated by a medical doctor (M.D.). Once the cause of your hair loss is determined, we will discuss the options that may best fit your condition. You may require an over the counter medication approach, behavioral modification, prescription topical/oral medications, and a multi-specialty medical approach to your evaluation and management. When dealing with a problems as complex as hair loss, usually a quick and easy fix is not to be expected. We will work with you to find the best solution. We work with you as part of the team.

Can my hair loss be stopped or reversed?

This is possible in some cases. But it depends on the cause of the hair loss and how early you are evaluated. We often see cases that have advanced rapidly or have been present for years and thus make them less responsive to treatment options.

Do you perform hair transplants?

No. Before a hair transplant can be considered, many medical conditions need to first be evaluated and ruled out. Once your hair loss is better understood, and more answers are available, we will help you find a hair transplant specialist.

Do I need a referral, or any special forms/papers?

The need for a referral may be something your health insurance requires. You should clarify this with your provider. It is of benefit to bring any recent labwork or bloodwork that was performed in the past 6 months, or at the time your hair loss started. If you do not have any prior workup, do not worry; we will perform a thorough evaluation and determine the need for any tests that may be required.

I feel like I have many questions and no one seems to have the time to discuss them with me?

Hair loss can be a frustrating, psychologically and physically challenging disease. We believe strongly in empowering our patients to better cope with the many challenges of hair loss. We will help you find answers to what is behind your hair loss. We also encourage you to visit organizations that further empower patients with your particular hair loss. Some of these will be provided to you on your initial consultation visit.

English is not my first language, can this be a problem?

Our doctors speak fluent Spanish and English. With advanced notice, we can also arrange for certified translators in over 10 different languages.

What else is unique about the hair loss clinic?

Hair disease is often accompanied by nail disease. Even if you do not have a hair disease, you can still have nail disease and we can work with you on diagnosis and treatment options. Nail disease is often deceptively painless and can be first seen as color changes in the nail, including streaks in black or red pigment. Nails can also come off of their base, suffer from trauma, or present with chronic irritation of eczema, yeast, or autoimmune diseases like pemphigus vulgaris.

We are conveniently located within minutes of the world renowned Texas Medical Center

To Schedule an appointment, please call 713-662-DERM(3376)

More Resources
Alopecia Areata Foundation
Cicatritial Alopecia
Children's Alopecia Project
Hair foundation
Nail Disease Misconceptions
WebMD on nails