21/04/2026
Hair loss or scalp concerns can feel stressful, but a dermatology hair examination is usually simple, thorough, and non-invasive.
Here’s what typically happens during your visit:
🔎 1. Medical History
Your dermatologist will ask questions about:
• When the hair loss started
• Whether it’s shedding, thinning, or patchy loss
• Family history of hair loss
• Recent stress, illness, pregnancy, or weight loss
• Medications or supplements
• Hair care practices (braiding, chemicals, heat styling)
🩺 2. Scalp & Hair Examination
The scalp and hair shafts are carefully examined to look for:
• Signs of inflammation or redness
• Scalp scaling or infection
• Hair density and distribution
• Miniaturization of hair follicles
• Scarring vs non-scarring hair loss
🔬 3. Dermoscopy / Trichoscopy
A special magnifying device may be used to examine hair follicles and the scalp more closely. This helps identify patterns of hair loss and scalp disease.
✋ 4. Hair Pull Test
Your dermatologist may gently pull small sections of hair to assess active shedding.
🧪 5. Additional Tests (if needed)
Depending on findings, further investigations may include:
• Blood tests (iron, thyroid, etc)
• A scalp biopsy in select cases
📋 6. Diagnosis & Treatment Plan
Based on the findings, your dermatologist will explain:
• The type of hair loss or scalp condition
• Treatment options
• Future expectations
✨ Often hair and scalp conditions are treatable once the correct diagnosis is made.
If you’re concerned about hair loss, the most important step is getting an expert assessment early.
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📧: dermatologist@drtmfenyana.com
☎️: 079 872 0521
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