Hair Loss Scales - How to Diagnose Yourself
>> Tuesday, 9 December 2008
If you know you are experiencing hair loss, but have not been to a doctor yet to confirm it, there are several scales available to measure your hair loss. While it may be obvious that you are losing your hair, the scales help to identify hair loss patterns and treatment options. The Norwood Scale is the most popular hair loss scale. It measures the overall hair loss pattern and recommends treatment based on your pattern. The scale moves from 1 (very little hair loss) to 7 (almost completely bald). As your pattern of hair loss moves up in the scale, the likelihood of treatment becomes slimmer. The Ludwig Scale is the only scale that measures female pattern baldness. Hair thinning and decreased density is what measures female pattern hair loss. The scale concentrates on the center part down the middle of the hair, and measures the level of hair thinning out from this part. The Ludwig Scale also identifies any frontal balding. The Savin Density Scale measures your hair density, and identifies areas that are thinning. This scale is similar to the Ludwig Scale in that it concentrates on the center part down the middle of the hair. The scales measures from D1 (very little thinning) to D7 (extreme thinning). The Savin Frontal Hair Loss Scale specifically measures your frontal hair loss. The scale measures receding hair lines based on a scale from F1 (little recession) to F5 (heavy recession). The Savin Mid Scalp Hair Loss Scale measures hair loss that occurs in the middle part of the top of the scalp. This area of hair loss is between the front receding hair line, and the rear bald spot that men often get. The scale ranges from M1 (little hair loss) to M5 (heavy hair loss). The Savin Vertex Hair Loss Scale is what we typically associate with “the bald spot” in men. This is the top, rear crown of the head, and is the most common form of male pattern baldness. The scale ranges from V1 (almost no hair loss) to V7 (extreme hair loss). Depending on whether you are experiencing male or female pattern baldness, you can find a scale that will help you identify your patterns. The scales will also help you determine what treatment options are right for you. For more Hair Loss Prevention and identification techniques, visit http://www.guide-to-hair-loss.com
