Discussion of Common ENT Disorders & Allergies

07/12/2020 brooke

The ears, nose, and throat play a crucial part in our daily routines. An unhealthy throat will lead to weight loss because you’ll find it hard to eat. Nasal problems, on the other hand, will result in conditions that will greatly affect day to day living. Lastly, ear problems will make it hard for you to get a grasp of what’s happening around ( for example, it’s easier to determine the distance of an oncoming car if you hear its engine).

Annoying as it is, life loves to joke around sometimes. That’s why you may experience sudden illnesses that happen in the ears, nose, and throat. The professional term for these is ENT Disorders. In this article, I’ll be explaining them in simple English.

Common Throat Disorders

Swallowing Difficulty (Dysphagia)

People who suffer from this disorder find it hard to ingest food no matter how big, wet, or savory it is. Dysphagia isn’t related to appetite loss. It’s because people who suffer from Dysphagia display a healthy appetite but find it hard to swallow.

Many things cause dysphagia. Examples of inherent factors are bad teeth, throat injuries, and food allergies. On the other hand, external factors that may cause dysphagia are drying of the throat, poor dental health, acid reflux, goiter, throat cancer, and stroke.

This throat disorder is very common among the elderly.

Those suffering from Dysphagia displays the following symptoms:

gagging
eating slowly
inability to ingest dry foods
getting choked by bits of food

Diagnosis for Dysphagia consists of tests and check-ups from the doctor. He might conduct allergy testing, and inspect the throat thoroughly to see signs of inflammation and pus.

Treatment for Dysphagia consists of changes in diet, medicines that relax the muscles of the throat, anti-allergy pills or shots, and therapies.

Hoarseness

I’m pretty sure that you’ve experienced this at least once after an argument with your mom or dad, a night of heavy crying, drinking with friends, or a fever.

Hoarseness pertains to the decreased volume and tonal quality of voice. Usually, this throat disorder gives you a permanent scratchy or raspy voice.

Simple and complex conditions might cause this. For example, you won’t have to worry about hoarseness if you voice change after singing, shouting, or talking hard.

However, be alert if the hoarseness is accompanied by unbearable pain and difficulties in swallowing. Sometimes, hoarseness indicates that you’re experiencing a serious throat-related condition.

Hoarseness will make you display these symptoms:

scratchy throat when talking
shortness of breath when taking
a poorly modulated voice
raspy voice quality

Doctors usually tell patients to rest their throats when experiencing hoarseness. However, medications might be used for those who get this from influenza and common colds.

Smokers who experience long term hoarseness have to visit doctors. It’s a sign of the early stages of throat cancer.

By the way, people in specific countries treat hoarseness by eating an uncooked egg yellow.

Sore Throat

Sore throat is a condition that affects various respiratory illnesses. Some of the health problems that it associates are tonsillitis, common colds, and flu.

Allergies, common colds, tonsillitis, and flu are some of the most common causes of sore throat. It eventually goes away after you have recuperated from these illnesses.

A sore throat might lead to hoarseness if left untreated. It’s because infection might occur on the throat lining, the larynx, the voice box, and other internal body parts near the throat.

These are the symptoms that a sore throat gives:

Loss of appetite
Drying of the lips
Scratchy and painful throat
Hoarseness
Inflammation of the tonsils
Occasional pain in the neck and jaw

Inspecting the throat is the most common way for a doctor to diagnose this. He might also ask you about how long is your throat sore, what did you eat or drink the last time, what is your lifestyle, etc.

Treatment for sore throat may range from doctor-prescribed meds, over-the-counter meds, and herbal teas.

Common Nose Disorders

Nosebleed

A nosebleed is a condition that results in the involuntary outward flow of blood in the nose. The rate of blood flow might range from very little to very problematic amounts. Nosebleed happens in any age group.

You can classify this disorder into two categories; anterior nosebleed and posterior nosebleed. Anterior nosebleed isn’t that serious. Extreme heat or cold causes it.

On the flip side, a posterior nosebleed is worrisome. It might cause bleeding on the nose that doesn’t stop at once. In the worse case, the blood might also exit on the throat. Head and facial traumas cause posterior bleeding.

For diagnosing nose bleed, the doctor might have to use radiographs, CBC if the cause is abnormalities in the blood, and partial thromboplastin time.

Sinus Disorders

A healthy sinus aids speech and the lubrication of the nose lining with mucus. But sometimes, specific conditions affect the sinus. As a result, it fails to work.

Sinus disorders might range from dryness, clogged feeling in the nose, excessive production of mucus, etc. Nevertheless, most sinus disorders are never severe and heal quickly.

Allergies and illnesses such as cold and flu might cause Sinus disorders. Sometimes, the problem also lies in the Sinus itself. This might be due to bacterial infections that travel through the nasal lining.

These are common symptoms of Sinus disorders:

runny nose
stuffed nose
headaches
pain on the forehead and parts of the face near the nose
the flow of mucus towards the throat
impaired speech

The simplest way for a doctor to diagnose sinus disorder is to touch certain areas near the nose and ask if you feel pain or any discomfort. He might also look for redness and swelling. If this proves to be ineffective, the doctor might have to run a tube, that has a small camera attached. through the nasal lining to see the problem.

Treatments for sinus disorders usually revolve around anti-biotics and frequent visits to the clinic. Surgery is possible but happens rarely.

Exessive Sneezing and Runny Nose

This condition is characterized by frequent episodes of uncontrollable sneezing and moistening of the nasal passage that makes it difficult for you to act normally, talk with people, and accomplish normal tasks.

Allergies are the primary cause of excessive sneezing. Dust, pollen, pepper, smoke, milk, and eggs are some allergens that normally cause this.

The symptoms of excessive sneezing are as follows:

manic episodes or sneezing
runny nose
itchy nose
reddening of the nose
moderately inflamed nose

Diagnosis for this disorder consists of test and nose inspections from the doctor. In allergy clinics, a doctor will recommend you to do an allergen test and take medications that stop or lessen the sneezing as an allergic reaction. You’ll have to come back if medication fails to provide relief.

Common Ear Disorders

Hearing Loss

Hearing loss is a condition that happens to all. Usually, the elderly experience this upon reaching their 50’s or 70’s. For youngsters, hearing loss is very life-altering. It affects communication, relationship with peers, and self-awareness.

A common cause of hearing loss is damage in the parts of the ear such as the eardrum due to loud sounds. Some have this as an inborn condition wherein their eardrums, cochlea, or the ear itself are deformed.

Diseases and trauma that affect the ear and head may also cause hearing loss

For the elderly, hearing loss is a natural process of aging. Avoiding it as you grow old is a matter of lifestyle.

For a fun trivia, the great composer, Beethoven, once blamed his stomach and habit of drenching his head on cold water for his hearing loss. Nevertheless, his greatest compositions were composed by the time he was starting to get deaf.

The following are symptoms of hearing loss:

occasional faint ringing sound (similar to the sound that EKG produces when the patient is on the flatline)
discomfort amidst loud noises
difficulties conversing with others
telling others to speak loudly
inability to hear high-frequency sounds

The ear specialist diagnoses hearing loss through a series of tests using sound frequencies, speech equipment, and inspections.

No treatment for reversing hearing loss is available at present. However, you can deal with the gradual loss of your hearing through hearing aids.

Earwax Buildup

Have anyone told you that your ears stink? Or are you picking bits of grime from your ear lately? It’s very likely that you’re suffering from earwax buildup if this is the case. Don’t worry this isn’t a serious condition. However, it’s downright gross.

Earwax buildup usually happens if you’re not fond of cleaning your ear. However, others experience this due to abnormalities in their ear structure (osteoma for example). Lifestyle is also a reason for a few ( swimmers are prone to earwax buildup).

These are the symptoms that you’ll experience with earwax buildup:

a sudden weakening of your sense of hearing
smelly ear
grimy ear
itching of the ear
occasional stabbing pain in the ear
headache and dizziness

Diagnosis for earwax buildup includes an interview with the ENT specialist about your lifestyle and diet. He might also conduct a thorough examination to see your ear structure and determine how severe the earwax buildup is.

Treatment for earwax buildup involves the procedural cleaning of your ears. If the earwax has impacted the doctor might have to insert special tools inside the ear to remove earwax. Don’t worry because you don’t have to undergo surgery for cleaning the buildup of earwax and impacted earwax removal.

What Is the Difference Between ENT Specialist and ENT Allergist

People often fail to distinguish ENT specialists and ENT allergists from each other. This isn’t surprising because, after all, both deal with people suffering from problems in their ears, nose, and throat.

Perhaps, the greatest difference between ENT specialists and ENT allergist is their method of treating patients. ENT specialists concern themselves with the treatment of ENT disorders that require surgery. Therefore, they’re surgeons per se.

In contrast, ENT allergists treat ENT disorders that allergic reactions cause. Simply put, what they treat are simple ENT problems that people experience every now and then.

Key Takeaways

Know that ENT disorders are treated in ENT clinics. ENT clinics are stand-alone private clinics or clinics within big private and state-owned hospitals.

Some ENT specialists work with kids. You can treat them as pediatricians for nose, ear, and throat problems that kids experience.

ENT disorders might be simple or complex depending on how long you experiencing their symptoms. It’s best to go to ENT medical practitioners upon experiencing the early signs of ENT disorders.

Remember that it’s better to visit ENT allergists before going to ENT specialists. They have cheaper and more practical treatment than the latter. However, proceed to ENT specialists if you suspect that you’re suffering from a very serious ENT disorder.

Finally, you can treat ENT disorders such as sinusitis, sore throat, and hoarseness without medical help. Herbal teas and inhalers work sometimes.

Recovery Care After Cosmetic Breast Surgery

04/11/2016 brooke

What To Expect For Your Recovery After Cosmetic Breast Surgery

Today, there are a variety of cosmetic breast surgery options available to help improve and enhance the appearance of breasts. Breast augmentation using implants is used to improve the size and shape of small or asymmetric breasts. Breast lift surgery is used to lift up sagging breasts.

As with any surgery, breast enhancement surgery recovery takes time. It is good to be informed about what to expect after the surgery and the type of changes that may occur following the surgery so you can be better prepared for the recovery.

What You Can Expect During The First Month After Surgery

After the breast surgery procedure, you will most likely experience discomfort, bruising, and swelling. Your doctor will give you pain relief medication like paracetamol to help you feel more comfortable during the first few days. Be careful not to take aspirin-based medications as they may cause bleeding.

After three days, you should start feeling more comfortable although bruising and swelling will still persist for four to six weeks. Most patients’ swelling settled after a month and the breasts will become less uncomfortable.

During the recovery period, you should limit your movement and get as much rest as you can after the surgery. During the first few weeks, avoid bending over, raising your arms above the head, lifting heavy objects, or performing any strenuous activities that put unnecessary pressure and stress on the wounds as these will slow down your healing, increase the pain, and may even cause excess swelling and bleeding. Follow your surgeon’s instructions as closely as possible.

Your breasts will probably be sensitive to touch for two to three weeks and is likely that you will experience some numbness in the nipples and skin after the surgery. The numbness will gradually disappear over the next 4 – 5 weeks.

Avoid sleeping on your stomach for the first two weeks. Try to keep your wounds dry for 72 hours and most surgeons will advise their patients to take sponge baths until the sutures are removed. Dissolvable sutures (stitches) are frequently used. The stitch knots will require trimming. This is usually done seven to 12 days after surgery. If your doctor uses non-dissolvable sutures then these will be removed from the breasts after a week or two.

Following the surgery, you are required to wear a surgical support bra day and night. You may replace it with a sports bra if you wish after the first few days and this must be worn at all times for a month.

When To Return To Work

If you have a desk job and do not require strenuous activity then you are able to return to work after a week. But if your job is physically demanding, then it is better to wait another week before returning to work.

What To Expect After The First Month

Your breasts will probably be sensitive to touch for two to three weeks and experience some numbness in the nipples and skin after the surgery. The numbness should disappear in about six weeks.

The length of your breast surgery recovery period tends to be faster if you are in great health before your operation. You should stop smoking for two to four weeks prior to your surgery to reduce recovery time as smoking reduces circulation. For most patients, it may take a month or more before all swelling and bruising disappear and the final breast lift results are apparent.

Breast lift surgery scar will be quite noticeable for the first few months, often appearing pink and firm. The scars will improve and fade into thin white lines over the next several months, but will never go away completely.

When To Return To Exercise Regime

You can resume light activities after 3 – 4 weeks but strenuous exercises like swimming and aerobics are best to defer until four to six weeks after your cosmetic breast surgery.

Post Surgery Care Guide

To promote healing and prevent infection, it is important that you maintain a balanced nutritional diet and ensure adequate hydration. To allow proper healing and to achieve optimal cosmetic results, it is essential that you follow your plastic surgeon’s instructions and care guide during the recovery phase.

Thereafter, to maintain the beautiful appearance of your breasts, long-term proper care of your implants is also important. Any time you need clarification or have a question, do not hesitate to contact your breast implants plastic surgeon or any of his or her clinic staff to assist you.

Back Pain Causes And Treatments

30/10/2016 brooke

Back pain is extremely common and is becoming a fact of our modern life. Just about everybody will suffer from it sooner or later with a variety of causes. The pain may vary from intermittent discomfort to severe pain that may need complete and full bed rest.

What Causes Back Pain

There is an endless list of causes for the common back pain problem like :

Muscular strain from moving awkwardly or lifting heavy objects
Tearing of a tendon or a ligament
Inflammation of the synovial fluid which surround the joints
Long-standing displacement or curvature of the spine
Arthritis of the spine
Slipped or prolapsed disc
Vertebral collapse from osteoporosis

Kidney stones
Depression and fatigue
Infections such as viral infections
Pressure on the nerves
Bad posture when standing or sitting
Menstrual period pains
Obsesity or pregnancy placing strain on the spine
Injuries or accident
Ill-fitting or high-heeled shoes
Depression and fatigue

What Your Doctor Can Do

Severe back pain lasting for more than a couple of days will need further assessment by a physician. All patients with weight loss or severe persistent pain should be examined carefully. It may involve blood tests and X-rays. Your doctor may refer you to an osteopath or a physiotherapist for further treatment.

Osteopaths are particularly adept at treating pain of musculo-skeleteal origin. They are trained to detect more common serious discorders that may present with back pain. Osteopathy is effective and non-invasive.

What You Can Do

Much of the pain is actually due to muscle spasm. Sometimes this is the only problem or it is secondary to painful skeletal conditions such as vertebral collapse or displacement. Muscle spasm can be relieved by a number of self-help measures including:
Rest well and do a gentle msaage when the severe pain is over
Apply local heat or use cold application
Take ordinary pain relief medication
Take supplements of between 200 and 400 mg of magnesium taken with multi-vitamins will help raise magnesium levels, in blood and muscle, over a 2-week to 2-month period

How You Can Prevent Back Pain

Have a comfortable mattress to sleep on and turn it regularly. Many back problems occur gradually as ageing matress fails to support your abck in the optimum way.
Have a comfortable working chair that support your back fully and ensure that your desk or table is the appropriate height

When you walk, be aware of your posture, keeping your shoulders down and your head high. Imagine you have a piece of string oming out the top of your head which is being gently pulled from above.
When you bend, bend from your knees rather than stooping over.
Do regular exercise, but be careful not to aggravate further your existing back problems.

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What To Expect About Hair Transplant Recovery

24/10/2016 brooke

What To Expect After Your Hair Transplant Procedure

How Long Does Hair Transplants Take To Heal

Healing often varies from patient to patient and it is also dependent on the number of grafts a patient has and the type of hair transplant method been used – FUE or Strip FUT.

If you have FUE hair transplant, then you will have the sides and the back of your head shaved. If you are not concerned with a ‘shaved’ look, then you may return to work within 2 – 3 days. Some patients went back to work the following day after their hair transplant procedure, wearing a hat.

The small holes in your donor site will heal within one to two days. FUE scars heal in a couple of days and recovery is fast. You will likely not have any visible marks at the end of a week. Because of the shave on the back of your head, most FUE patients typically take off from work for five to seven days following their FUE hair transplant procedure so that there will be no trace of the transplant.

If you have a strip FUE hair transplant, you will not have the back of your head shaved down. However, there will be a scar running across your donor site which is the back of your head. The donor site can be completely hidden well with your existing longer hair above it. Most women grow their hair long so they can hide their donor sites well under a long length of hair.

This means that no one can tell that you have undergone a hair transplant as the donor site is completely hidden immediately following the surgery. And in about 8 to 10 days, the scabs at the donor site will be gone.

Regardless of which of the above hair transplant techniques your surgeon use, you will have thousands of tiny little crusts in your recipient area which is likely to be the front and top of your head. You may not be able to conceal these little scabs and swelling completely with your pre-existing hair. If you cannot style your pre-existent hair over this area, then be expected to have these scabs being visible for about 1 – 2 weeks following the procedure.

After about seven to ten days following your surgery, most patients can be comfortable being out and about, and no one will notice much. If you have important events like weddings or important business meetings then it is better to give yourself a month, to be safe.

singapore-hair-transplant-before-after-picture

You should wash the recipient area daily with the use of a sponge filled with soapy water to keep the area free of crusts. All crusts can be washed off by pressing the sponge on the recipient area, without worrying about losing grafts. Rolling the sponge on the crusts to lift them off, but never rub them. With the daily wash, the crusts from your donor area will be gone in 7-10 days.

How Soon Can You Resume Exercise After Hair Transplant Surgery

You should have adequate rest, during the first week after the surgery, to allow the head and body to recover well from the procedure. Be patient with your recovery so you can get the best possible results of your hair transplant procedure. Do not try to rush back to any form of strenuous activities like vigorous aerobic exercise and weight training until three weeks after the procedure. You should stay away from strenuous physical activities for at least two weeks following the procedure. In fact, the longer you wait to exercise following your hair transplant, the better.

Try your best to wait at least two weeks before resuming light exercise. You can gradually get back to an exercise regime starting with cardio and then slowly adding back power weight training later. During your exercise, if you experience pain in your incision area, it is likely that you are stretching the incision so you should stop the activity that causes the pain.

After the four weeks mark, you can safely pursue all exercise activities. If you have any doubt, it is always recommended that you consult your Singapore FUE surgeon as he or she knows the details of your situation and will be able to give you the appropriate advice.

Hope you find the above information helpful.

Breast Implants Overview

26/08/2016 brooke

Breast Implants Explained

Learn all about breast (boob) implants – the types of breast implant, cost of implants, silicone breast implant vs saline breast implant, before and after breast implant here in this article.

Types of Breast Implant:

In the market today, there are two types of materials used to fill breast implant shells – silicone and saline. Each implant type has its own advantages and disadvantages. Your breast implant plastic surgeon can explain to you and advise you which type of breast implant material is more suitable for you which is based on your individual goals and desired outcome.

Silicone Breast Implant

One of the advantages of silicone breast implants is that it tends to give a more natural look and feel resulting in natural breasts as compared to saline breast implants. This is because silicone gel is more similar in consistency to our actual breast tissue. It is less common to have the rippling effect that could occur with saline implants.

These advantages make it a popular choice among thinner women or those who want reconstructive breast surgery.

One of the disadvantages of silicone gel breast implants, as compared to saline implants, is that a rupture will most likely go undetected. In the event that a silicone implant ruptures, the silicone gel can escape the implant but stay within the pocket of tissue keeping the implant in place, thus making it difficult to detect a rupture. Another disadvantage of silicone breast implant is that it came pre-filled and requires a larger incision for the insertion.

Saline Breast Implants

Saline is a sterile solution of salt and water. In the event of a saline implant ruptures, it is immediately evident that as the saline solution escapes the plastic lining quickly and the implant will collapse. And our body can take in the saline solution without any harmful effects thus making the biggest advantage of saline implants vs silicone is their safety.

While some people believe that silicone breast implants are softer and feel more natural, the latest saline implants are soft and very durable.

picture of post breast implant

The main disadvantage of saline implants is the rippling effect that could occur with saline implants as they reveal ripples in their lining more easily as compared to silicone implants, thus making them less popular with reconstructive surgery patients, less sought after by thinner women who do not have a lot of breast tissue to be placed over the implants and women who have subglandular placement of the breast implants.

Nevertheless, both silicone and saline breast implants offer their own distinct advantages and disadvantages. The ultimate decision as to which type of breast implant is preferable depends entirely on your own needs and goals.

Cost of Breast Implants

The cost of saline implants is much lower than silicone, which may sway some patients who are concerned with breast augmentation costs.

The breast augmentation cost is associated with these components:

Surgeon’s fees
Anesthesiologist’s fees
Cost of breast implants
Hospital or facility fees
Cost of prescription and pain medication
Necessary medical tests
Post-surgical garments and other expenses

Overall, there is no one fixed price for breast implant surgery as it will vary from one patient to another and is determined by various factors. There are three major costs associated with breast augmentation that, if reduced greatly should raise some red flags:

Surgeon’s Fees

Most board-certified plastic surgeons are unable to reduce their fees drastically because of the need to continue investing in the latest technology, meeting their continuing education requirements as well as the high costs of maintaining their practices.

Extremely low surgeon fees might indicate that a surgeon is not board certified or that he or she is trying hard to fill an empty operating room schedule.

Anesthesiologist’s Fees

Just like in the case of surgeon’s fees, extremely low anesthesiologist’s fees could indicate that you might be dealing with an undertrained and/or one who is not board certified. It could also indicate that the quality of the anesthesia being used is substandard. You would not want to be put at any unnecessary risk in either event.

Facility Costs

You will want to be sure that your breast augmentation procedure is done in a facility that met stringent standards of safety, sterilization, and competence of staff. Meeting these standards could be expensive, which means the cost of a certified facility is generally going to be higher than that of a non-certified facility.

You will want to be wary of plastic surgeons who are charging too little for breast augmentation. At the same time, you would not want to engage surgeons who charge exceptionally higher than their competitors for the procedure. Some surgeons charge a super high price with the desire to reflect and enhance their reputations as the “elite” practitioners. Sometimes, these surgeons do produce excellent results, but you should not assume that they are better skilled or experienced than surgeons whose prices fall within the mid-range.

For more information about breast implant surgery, schedule an appointment with a certified plastic surgeon or visit WC Ong Plastic Reconstructive Surgery at www.wcongplasticsurgery.com.sg

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How To Get Healthy Shiny Hair

26/08/2016 brooke

Secrets To Thick, Healthy, Beautiful Hair

As one ages, so do our hairs – losing elasticity, thinning, and dulling more as each decade passes. Our diet, the weather, pollution, and our overall approach to hair care are all critical factors impacting the overall wellness and health of our hair.

Here are some practical tips for you to have healthier, thicker, and more beautiful hair:

Watch What You Are Putting Into Your Body

The right food, vitamins, water intake, and even exercise offer a lot of benefits and will also show up in your hair, face, skin, and body. Biotin, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, and Folic Acid as well as a multitude of B vitamins & protein will boost our hair’s ability to grow and stay strong.

So try your best to boost up your protein intake because our hair is primarily made up of protein. Eat at least 45 grams of protein daily. Diets with inadequate protein can result in weak, brittle hair and loss of hair color. Good sources include lean meat, fish, beans, eggs, poultry, and low-fat dairy products.

Eat an abundance of vegetables, fruits, leafy green salads, and drink plenty of water. A multivitamin or zinc supplement can enhance your diet when necessary.

Increasing your intake of omega-3 fatty acids stimulate your hair follicles to improve the health of your scalp. Omega-3 fatty acids are found in cold-water fish, such as salmon, sardines, and herring. Other good sources include flaxseed, yogurt, cottage cheese, salad, and cereal.

A well-rounded diet is an important factor in hair and scalp health.

Watch How You Wash/Shampoo Your Hair

There are different opinions about how often we ought to shampoo our hair. In general, over washing our hair will strip the natural oils and cause it to feel dry and more prone to breakage. So how often should you be washing? It depends on your scalp and hair type. If your scalp is active in producing oil, you may need to shampoo every day, while people with dry hair may need to shampoo less frequently. And the curlier your hair is, the longer you can go between washes. If you have super straight hair, the faster the oil wicks down so can make it oilier faster thus you may not be able to go more than two days without washing.

It’s not just how often you shampoo, but also where you apply the shampoo that counts. You should apply shampoo on the scalp only, but not on the ends of your hair. Using the wrong shampoo containing harsh ingredients, such as ammonium lauryl sulfate or sodium lauryl sulfate can also cause significant hair damage. Is also important to look for products that are right for your hair type. Massage your scalp as you shampoo is a good way to encourage blood circulation and helps to detoxify your scalp.

Conditioning after shampoo is another important factor step in keeping your hair manageable, shiny, and soft. It does not make a big difference between using a separate conditioner or a shampoo with a built-in conditioner. Try combing the hair conditioner through for even distribution and leave it on your hair for around three to five minutes rinsing out. It will be worthwhile to invest in good quality conditioners and leave-in treatments or hair masks, especially if you have colored hair.

Watch How You Handle Your Hair When It Is Wet

Treat your hair extra gently when it’s wet because it’s three times more vulnerable to breakage. DO NOT rub wet hair excessively with a towel, but instead, press the water out gently. Avoid brushing your hair when it’s wet. When your hair is soaking wet, it is weaker, fragile, and more susceptible to breakage. Wait until your hair is dry or almost dry if you need to brush through it, and use a wide-toothed brush to detangle and always begin at the ends and work your way up.

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Try not to blow-dry your hair immediately after washing. Allow your hair to air-dry for 15 minutes under a towel turban, or whenever possible. Use a low-heat setting for hair drying and keep the hairdryer nozzle two to three inches away from your hair, pointing the nozzle down, not side-on. Start off on the lowest heat setting while blow-drying and gradually increase heat as needed.

Reduce the use of heat-styling tools like flat irons, curling irons, or even hairdryers on a daily basis as these can damage the hair shaft. If you need to blow dry your hair, do apply leave-in treatments as this will protect and moisturize your hair.

Reduce The Use of Hair Chemicals

To prevent hair loss you should avoid the use of chemicals on your hair. Cut down on the frequency of going to a hair salon for hair color or hair perm. Try your best to avoid hair straightening using chemicals and avoid the use of hair dye. The frequent use of heat-styling tools like flat irons, and curling irons will cause damage to the hair shaft.

Be Careful How You Tie Your Hair

Avoid using elastics and rubber bands. If you need to tie your hair, go for soft buns and top knots. If you are at home, try using a multitude of small and large jaw clips to keep it up by simply twisting and clipping. This keeps all your hair intact and away from your face without breakage.

Following these simple tips will help you keep your hair healthy and beautiful so you may not need to spend your hard-earned money hunting for the best FUE transplant doctor to treat your hair loss. Bear in mind that the pricing for hair transplant vary by individual and could be quite costly.

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