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Androgenic alopecia, also known as male pattern or female pattern baldness, is a common cause of permanent hair loss from the scalp, causing baldness. Some people let the hair loss run its course, leaving it untreated and unhidden, while others cover the bald patch with scarves, hats, make-up, and specific hairstyles. If you are unhappy with the bald patch on your head, you will be happy to know that Shreveport hair replacement treatments, including hair transplants, can help you restore growth and prevent further hair loss.
What is a hair transplant?
A hair transplant is a surgical procedure that removes hair follicles from one part of the body and fills them in an area with thin or without hair. Surgeons have used this procedure since the 50s, but recently, techniques have changed. Previously, surgeons used follicular unit strip surgery, which involves cutting a strip of skin with healthy hairs and sewing the scalp closed. Next, the surgeon would divide the strip of skin into sections of hair plugs and place them in the thinning area. The result was a long, narrow scar on your scalp and unnatural doll-like hair.
The other approach is called follicular unit extraction; for this procedure, the surgeon shaves the back of your head and removes hair follicles one by one. After creating holes, the surgeon and the team delicately place individual hairs into the hole. This approach takes more time than follicular unit strip surgery but offers more natural results.
Who is eligible for a hair transplant?
Any man or woman, regardless of race, can benefit from a hair transplant. However, to be considered for this procedure, you need to have enough hair on your scalp that can be moved to the areas with thinning or no hair. The implanted hair also needs to have the ability to grow. For this reason, initial consultation with a dermatologist is essential to help you establish if you are a good candidate. During a consultation, your specialist thoroughly examines your scalp and may also recommend a blood test to determine the cause of your hair loss.
A blood test allows your dermatologist to check for things in your body that may be causing hair loss. For example, hair loss can be due to hormonal changes during pregnancy and menopause. Sometimes a biopsy may be necessary; your dermatologist takes a tissue sample during the consultation for close examination. Here is also when you discuss your expectations with your provider to avoid any disappointments after surgery. Your dermatologist may inform you that a full head of hair may be unrealistic, but you can expect more hair volume.
What to expect after a hair transplant
Your scalp will be wrapped in bandages which you will need to wear for a day or two. The scalp may be very tender, and you may need to take pain medications for several days to manage the discomfort. Your doctor may also prescribe an antibiotic for you to take after the procedure to reduce the risk of postoperative wound infections. Most people notice hair growth within a few months, but it may take up to nine months to see 60% of new hair growth.
Consult your specialist at Kenneth Sanders Facial Plastic Surgery to know how you can benefit from a hair transplant.
Umar Nisar was born and raised in the busy city of Abbottabad. As a journalist, Umar Nisar has contributed to many online publications including PAK Today and the Huffing Post. In regards to academics, Umar Nisar earned a degree in business from the Abbottabad UST, Havelian. Umar Nisar follows the money and covers all aspects of emerging tech here at The Hear Up.
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Being diagnosed with cancer can be devastating and affect anyone at any age. Several factors, such as genetics and lifestyle, can cause it. However, cancer can also be caused by the negligence of others. In such an instance, you can sue the people responsible for causing your cancer and claim compensation for the diagnosis and any associated damages.
Determining when and who to sue for getting cancer can be a complex process. So, it’s a wise idea to hire a lawyer to get you through the process and get the compensation you deserve. The attorney can advise you on when, how, and whom to sue for getting cancer.
With that said, here’s when you can sue for getting cancer:
- Product Liability
You can sue for getting cancer from a defective product. For example, in one hair product cancer lawsuit, a claim was made that a hair straightening product was causing uterine cancer in women. The defects in the hair product increase the risk of developing uterine cancer for whoever uses it. If you think you’re in a similar situation, you can sue the manufacturers if a certain product increases your risk of developing cancer.
However, proving your case and claiming compensation can be challenging. In such a case, you must prove the defective product caused your cancer to sue the manufacturer or retailer. You’ll have to request tests on the products to prove the defect and the relationship to cancer development. The product defect has to have caused your cancer diagnosis directly. One example is when the product has excessive amounts of lead. You’ll need to hire experts or resort to government authorities to investigate the product to prove this. This way, you have a piece of solid evidence to sue the product manufacturer.
- Medical Negligence
Medical negligence is one of the most common reasons to sue for getting cancer. You could sue for medical malpractice if the doctors, healthcare facility, hospital, or other medical professionals failed to offer the standard of care causing your cancer diagnosis. For example, if the doctor failed to order necessary tests or misdiagnosed your case resulting in cancer progression, you can sue for medical negligence.
To successfully sue for medical negligence, you must prove that the medical practitioner’s actions directly caused your cancer diagnosis. You must also show that you suffered damage because of the negligent actions of the medical practitioner. By doing so, you can claim compensation for treatment of progressing cancer, lost wages if you cannot work, and pain and suffering.
- Environmental Factors
Exposure to environmental pollutants and toxins is a common risk factor for cancer. Prolonged exposure to asbestos at the workplace, radiation, and other chemicals can increase cancer risk. If you can prove your cancer was caused by exposure to a certain environmental toxin like asbestos, consider suing the company or entity responsible for the pollutants.
Suppose a company’s activities produce excessive radiation that affects the population in a specific area and results in cancer. In that case, you can sue that company for exposing you to toxins that caused the development of your cancer.
Like the previous points, you must prove your cancer was directly caused by a specific substance you were exposed to. You’ll also have to show that the exposure was from the negligence of the company or entity you’re suing. Another aspect you must consider is the entity’s knowledge of the potential risks of exposing people to the toxin or substance. Since you’ll also claim that the company or entity was negligent, expose their bad practices that contributed to the development of your cancer.
Additionally, working in a hazardous environment may expose you to substances or toxins that can increase your cancer risk. For instance, if you’re a construction worker with constant exposure to asbestos, you’ll be at risk of developing cancer. Working as a firefighter can also expose you to asbestos and other carcinogenic substances that cause cancer.
You can sue your employer for getting cancer while working in a hazardous environment. To be successful, you must prove the cancer was caused directly by exposure to a specific chemical or substance at the workplace or in the line of duty. For example, getting cancer from asbestos exposure at a construction site.
In such a suit, you’ll claim compensation for the medical expenses covering the diagnosis and treatment, lost wages, damages for the pain and suffering caused to you and your family, and other associated costs.
Conclusion Getting a cancer diagnosis because of someone else’s negligence can be traumatizing and devastating. However, you can get a little relief through compensation for the medical expenses and other related damages, such as pain and suffering. The process of suing for getting cancer can be complicated, and it’d be best to hire an experienced lawyer to handle the litigation process. An attorney can also advise on the available legal options available and the compensation to seek.
Khalil ur Rehman is a proud born and raised in Abbottabad. Khalil has worked as a journalist for nearly a decade having contributed to several large publications including the Yahoo News and The Verge. As a journalist for The Hear Up, Khalil covers climate and science news. [email protected]
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