Hair and nail disorders
Contact
- Outpatients appointments
- 020 3311 7103
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About
Hair and nail disorders are varied and can lead to significant symptoms, changes in physical appearance, and psychological distress. In our hair and nail clinic, we provide a dermatological examination, arrange any necessary investigations to achieve a diagnosis, and advise on appropriate treatment for a range of conditions. For hair loss, investigations will often include blood tests and a scalp biopsy.
Conditions and treatments
We provide treatment for the following hair disorders:
Non-scarring hair loss:
- Alopecia areata
- Telogen effluvium
- Female pattern hair loss – after diagnosis, we will ask the GP to supervise treatment
Scarring hair loss:
- Discoid lupus erythematosus
- Lichen planopilaris
- Frontal fibrosing alopecia
- Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia
- Folliculitis decalvans
- Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp
- Traction alopecia
Treatment of hair disorders may include topical, injected, or oral therapy.
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