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Written by Christina Hession

Wednesday, 17 January 2007

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Psoriasis is a common scaling skin disease, which affects around one to two per cent of the population. Most psoriasis sufferers will develop psoriasis of the scalp at some time. However, it does not generally cause permanent hair loss. Seborrheoic eczema is an inherited, itchy, inflammatory, scaling scalp condition, which can cause much discomfort and embarrassment. It is treatable with much success, but is not wholly curable.

Pityriasis amiantacea is a heavy scaling condition, which can cause patchy hair loss. Prompt treatment can remove scaling and stop progression of associated hair loss. Meanwhile, contact dermatitis is a scalp condition affecting areas of the scalp in contact with a chemical irritant. Symptoms can range from mild scaling and irritation to violent allergic reaction.

Problems with hair texture can be caused by over exposure to heat or strong chemicals, or by many of the other stresses and strains we subject our hair to. With the advent of hair straighteners, more women are having problems with breakage and poor hair conditions. Treatment can include cutting back on straighteners and other damaging hair products, using protective serum or getting the hair cut.

In addition to diagnosing and treating scalp diseases/disorders and hair loss, the Galway Skin and Trichology Clinic also provides a refreshing cleansing and reconditioning treatment for the general health of the hair and scalp. The clinic describes the treatment as being like a face pack for the scalp, conditioning the hair.

Treatments for scalp conditions are applied at the clinic and their ingredients are listed for clients to see. They are supplied by Tony Maleedy Trichology in Bath, while stronger treatments can be made for more stubborn conditions if needed.

Deborah Whelan can discuss hair pieces, in addition to transplant information and options with clients. The Galway Skin and Trichology Clinic is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10am to 6pm, Wednesday from 10am to 8pm and Sunday from 10am to 4pm. It can be contacted at 091-565148 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

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