Hair loss and its Unani concept and management

Abstract

Hair loss is a common condition. It can be caused by variety of Disorders that can be Congenital or acquired. The ability of the treating physicians to understand the etiological factors and the differences between these disorders helps them to reach the right diagnosis and treatment. A thorough clinical assessment of patient with hair fall is necessary to reach diagnosis. Physicians must keep themselves updated with new advances of therapy. This review article will focus mainly in the common acquired causes of hair loss. It will provide general physicians the basic knowledge and management of hair loss and common baldness.