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There are believed to be several causes of hair loss: genetics, disease, environment, pregnancy and more. However one cause that many people don’t realize is that your prescription medication may be a contributing factor. There is a long list of commonly prescribed prescription drugs that may cause temporary hair loss, trigger male and female pattern baldness and may even cause permanent hair loss. To read the full list click here. There are two types of drug-induced hair loss that can occur: Telogen Effluvium and Anagen Effluvium.

Our hair goes through growth cycles. One of these phases, the anagen phase, is the time in which the hair grows, usually lasting 3-4 years. The phase is then followed by the telogen phase where our hair “rests”, which lasts around three months. After this phase is over, the hair falls out and new hair grows in to replace it. Prescription drugs that can cause hair loss interrupt this cycle of hair growth.

The most common type of interruption results in Telogen Effluvium. This is when the hair falls out because the medication causes it to enter the telogen phase earlier than it should. For this type of hair loss it typically takes 2-4 months after taking the medication for hair to start falling out.

Anagen Effluvium is when the medication stops hair from growing during the anagen phase. It prevents the matric cell from dividing normally and producing new hairs. This type of hair loss can cause the majority of hair on the head to fall out and occurs anywhere from a few days to a couple weeks after taking the medication. It can also cause the loss of body hair like your eyebrows and eyelashes.

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Hair loss and the amount of hair loss however is affected by several factors and not all medications that can cause hair loss will affect your hair. The dosage size and how long you take the medication are a couple factors that can affect the results of your hair loss. There are also some drugs that your body may be less sensitive to than others which can affect your hair loss. In some cases medications that are said to cause hair loss may cause it indirectly. The prescription Lithium is known to sometimes cause thyroid problems and thyroid problems can trigger hair loss.

You may not have been informed that your prescription could cause hair loss so it’s important to read the complete list of the drug manufacturer’s warnings and do your own research about possible side effects. Talk to your pharmacists about your medication and ask them for a list of possible side effects before you fill a prescription. If you find that your drug may cause hair loss you can try talking to your doctor if they can suggest an alternate medication that doesn’t list hair loss as a possible side effect.

For over 15 Years, Transitions of Indiana has been Indiana’s most trusted name in hair restoration. We understand that each person’s hair loss situation is unique and our hair restoration specialists are here to help find the hair restoration process that’s right for you. From our ReAllusions® for women and SensiGraft™ for men, Laser hair therapy, hair transplants and more, we have the latest technologies in hair restoration available to help you. Our affordable processes can leave you feeling confident and your hair amazing! To schedule your FREE, and private consultation call 1-800-GET-HAIR today! For more information visit our website at www.transitionsindy.com.

We Restore More Than Just Your Hair!”

Transitions of Indiana is a premiere hair replacement center. Whether you live in Indianapolis, Beech Grove, Speedway, Carmel or anywhere in the surrounding Indiana area, we offer FREE private, confidential consultations to help you determine which customized treatment option is best for your individual situation. Our hair replacement solution options include Sensigraft™, Reallusions®, Graduated Enhancement, Laser Hair Therapy, Hair Extensions, and hair loss control products. Take the first step to a new you and schedule your free hair loss evaluation.

Disclaimer: These solutions may not work for you.

There seems to be a few myths surrounding hair loss and those affected by it. We can just debunk a few of those right now.

Myth: Only men experience pattern baldness.

Fact: Wrong. Both men and women suffer from Androgenetic Alopecia, commonly known as pattern baldness. For women, thinning hair and hair loss affects roughly one in four women, and 95% of those affected suffer from Androgenetic Alopecia.

Myth: Hair loss only affects older men and women.

Fact: Hair loss can occur at any age. On average, women dealing with hair loss are between 25 and 35 years old.

Myth: There are really only hair loss solutions for men since they more commonly experience hair loss.

Fact: There are several hair loss solutions for women available. At Transitions of Indiana one of our popular solutions for women’s hair loss is a female hair transplant.

Hair loss is a very emotional situation to go through. Many women feel like they’re losing their confidence and what makes them attractive. For some reason society has managed to make us think that women’s hair loss isn’t an issue. Totally demoralized, many women don’t discuss the situation, which means less women realize how common their situation actually is. They remain painfully unaware that hair loss solutions for women are available and achievable. Hair transplants have come a long way since their fruition in the ‘50s and are a great option for women suffering from thinning hair and baldness. New techniques and state-of-the-art technology are used at Transitions of Indiana to give clients natural looking hair to help you gain back that confidence and make you feel beautiful again!

So what exactly happens during a hair transplant? It’s basically a procedure that takes small sections, or grafts, of healthy hair from the donor area (typically the sides and back of your head) and transplants them back on the thinning parts of your head. In the past, larger grafts, with many hairs, were harvested from the head and gave a very unnatural, doll hair look. Today, many surgeons utilize Follicular Unit Transplantation, FUT, where 1-4 hairs are harvested and planted in their naturally occurring hair groupings so they grow in their original direction. This makes it more natural looking and is considered the “gold standard” of surgical hair restoration.

Transitions of Indiana’s Hair Transplant Procedure is an art in itself. Since each person’s hair loss situation is unique, each patient’s hair restoration plan is customized based on hair type, general health, age, degree of hair loss and overall patient expectations. We are also one of a handful of centers approved and able to provide ARTAS® Robotic FUE Hair Transplants. This is one of the most impressive innovations in hair restoration seen in years! The machine scans and digitizes an area of your scalp to identify and track each individual hair. Then, using micron level accuracy it harvests each hair and transplants them in their original growing angle. Using this state-of-the-art technology eliminates the risk of human error and incisions are so small that no sutures are necessary to close the donor area. Results are seen in around six months and you can style and wear your hair at any length you wish. Each of these procedures are permanent and natural looking solutions for your hair loss and are available at Transitions of Indiana.

For over 15 Years, Transitions ofIndiana has been Indiana’s most trusted name in hair restoration. Your appearance is important to you and we utilize the latest breakthroughs in male and female hair restoration to give you the hair of your dreams. We have several surgical and non-surgical solutions for men and women, as well as hair products to help maintain and heal your hair. Restore your hair, and your self-confidence today and call 1-800-GET HAIR to schedule your FREE hair and scalp analysis. You can also visit our website at www.transitionsindy.com. Why wait? Start your hair restoration journey today!

We Restore More Than Just Your Hair!”

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There are tons of tips and tricks on how to care for your hair during the hot and humid summer months and trying to comb your way through the tangle of information can take all season. No worries, we’ve got you covered! Here are the solutions we consistently found that are sure to help maintain your hair’s health and shine while minimizing damage from the seasonal elements.

Condition, condition, condition

Your hair has to replenish its moisture to stay healthy. Before you condition, get an extra boost of moisture by using a non-detergent, cleansing shampoo to avoid fading dyed-hair and a dry scalp. Wet your hair and throw on a conditioner or spritz on a leave-in conditioner before you head out to the pool or gym. Pre-conditioning your hair helps protect it from chlorine and sweat. Wash it out of your hair after your activity and air dry to leave your hair feeling soft and shiny. It is also recommended that you deep condition your hair at least once a week.

Drink lots of water

Not only is a great conditioner good for your hair but keeping your body hydrated is just as important. Drinking water keeps your hair hydrated and strong and actually makes it grow faster. During the summer you may find yourself sweating more which means you’re losing water more quickly. Many follow the “drink eight 8-ounce glasses a day” rule but according to Mayo Clinic, The Institute of Medicine determined that an adequate amount for men is roughly 13 cups (3 liters) of total beverages a day while for women it’s about 9 cups (2.2 liters) of total beverages a day. However, this also depends on your level of activity as well so be sure to pay attention to your body and follow doctors' orders.

Protect your hair

Summer is meant to be casual and free so let your hair be too! Over processing or applying heat to your hair every day can cause serious damage to your tresses and make them frizzier. After a wash, use a large-tooth comb to detangle and let your hair air-dry. If you have to use a blow-dryer, attach a nozzle to take away some of the heat. If you have frizzy hair let it show its natural beauty for a change or invest in a stylish wide-brimmed hat to protect from humidity and the other summer elements. You can always just put it up in some fun, simple braids or updos too. You’ll still look stylish and your hair will thank you for the break. Also sleep with your hair up to reduce tangles or sleep with a silk pillow case to reduce friction and retain moisture which can be sapped away by cotton pillow cases.

Essential oils

Essential oils are perfect for balancing and rehydrating your hair. Clear Scalp and Hair Therapy celeb stylist Jen Atkin says, “They don’t contain silicone so they’re more like lotion for the hair and won’t build up or weigh hair down.” Essentials oils can be used to promote hair growth, strengthen hair shafts, soothe irritated scalps and help with dandruff. Plus, they make your hair smell awesome! You can mix in a drop of oil to your conditioner or styling cream. Lavender oil may be a great one for your hair and there are many others! Essential oils are highly potent so they should first be mixed with a base oil, or can be diluted in herbal rinse, or floral water. Here are some of the best essential oils for your hair and how to use them.

If you are suffering from severely damaged or thinning hair from years of wear and tear from the elements or other complications, you’re not alone! At Transitions of Indiana we offer several surgical and non-surgical hair restoration solutions such as our exclusive ReAllusions® hair system for women, our SensiGraft™ hair system for men, Laser Hair Therapy and more! We also offer dermatologist created hair products that help provide the needed nutrients to maintain your healing hair and promote growth. To start your hair restoration journey call 1-800-GET-HAIR to schedule your FREE, confidential consultation today! For more information about our hair loss solutions visit us at www.transitionsindy.com.

We Restore More Than Just Your Hair!”

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In the midst of the season, hyped NASCAR fans might be familiar with names like Dale Earnhardt Jr. (pictured top-left), Jennifer Jo Cobb (pictured top-right), David Ragan (pictured bottom- left) and Danica Patrick (pictured bottom-right). What you might not know is that when they’re not racing between speeds of 140-200 mph, some of the sport’s most famous names sport beautiful hair under their helmets. With over 20 weeks left in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and about 12 weeks out from NASCAR’s second-highest purse, Indy’s own Brickyard 400, these racers are ready to stack up points, take the Spring Cup home and look great doing it.

While the sport boasts a history of unique facial hair for the male racers, younger racers such as David Ragan, driver of the No. 6 UPS Ford and Dale Earnhardt Jr, driver of the No. 88 Amp/National Guard Chevrolet, have perfected their images with beautiful hair that even the longest races in the series can’t stifle. Some racers’ hairstyles have become just as much of their image as their racing skills and logo placement on their stock car. Some up and coming racers could consider jumping on the hairstyle bandwagon and bring a style of their own to the racetrack. Though the sport has moved beyond the days of the mullet, racers like Earnhardt Jr. and Ragan have made a contemporary look their staple. One thing is for sure. They will be bringing more than just style to the tracks as they compete against 23 other teams this season to take on three-time defending Sprint Cup Series Champion, Tony Stewart.

Jennifer Jo Cobb (top-right) is a red hair beauty, one of the only in the sport, who boasts an impressive racing record and when she’s not behind the wheel of a stock car, she is also a public speaker. In 2011, she founded the non-profit organization Driven2Honor, which honors women serving in the U.S. military. Though she hasn’t competed in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, she continues to be an inspiration to up and coming female racers.

Danica Patrick (bottom-right) is the most successful woman in the history of American open-wheel racing. She earned a win in the 2008 Indy Japan 300, the only women’s victory in an IndyCar Series and her third place victory in the 2009 Indianapolis 500 is the highest finish at that event ever by a woman. Beyond her racing record, Patrick is known as the face of female Indy Car racing. Her performances have earned praise from many drivers including Tony Stewart who said “I think she’s obviously got talent. She’s been successful in every form of racing she’s been in so far and I don’t see why she wouldn’t be successful here in NASCAR.” Patrick proudly sports a beautiful head of luscious brown hair and if her success didn’t give her enough confidence, her appearance definitely does.

What do all of these racers have in common besides impressive racetrack records? Great hair and confidence in their appearance! Are you experiencing hair loss or thinning hair and need a confidence boost? For over 15 years. Transitions of Indiana has been Indiana’s most trusted name in hair restoration. At Transitions of Indiana in Indianapolis, we provide hair restoration and replacement solutions for those suffering the effects of hair loss, thinning and baldness. We understand that an investment in your appearance and self-confidence is one you’ll approach carefully. We make it easy to restore your hair and regain your confidence with financing options to cover the costs of hair restoration. Visit our website at www.TransitionsIndy.com or call us a 1-800-GET-HAIR and schedule your FREE hair and scalp analysis today. We guarantee your results will give you the natural look you want and will stand up to the test, even at 100+ mph in an Indy Car.

We Restore More Than Just Your Hair!”

Transitions of Indiana is a premiere hair replacement center. Whether you live in Indianapolis, Beech Grove, Speedway, Carmel or anywhere in the surrounding Indiana area, we offer FREE private, confidential consultations to help you determine which customized treatment option is best for your individual situation. Our hair replacement solution options include Sensigraft, Reallusions, Graduated Enhancement, Laser Hair Therapy, Hair Extensions, and hair loss control products. Take the first step to a new you and schedule your free hair loss evaluation.

Disclaimer: These solutions may not work for you.

For over 15 years, Transitions of Indiana has been Indiana's most trusted resource for hair restoration and hair loss solutions. We have taken a great deal of pride in providing each client that steps through our doors the latest breakthroughs in male and female hair restoration solutions, including non-surgical hair restoration and replacement. At Transitions of Indiana, we provide hair restoration and replacement solutions for those suffering the devastating effects of hair loss, thinning hair and baldness. We understand that an investment in your hair is an investment in your appearance and self-confidence and its one that you should approach carefully. That’s why we make it easy for our clients to restore their hair and regain their confidence by offering financing options to cover the costs of their hair restoration.

Our professional team of hair restoration experts can restore the natural volume and healthy look to your hair giving you an astounding new look to match your lifestyle. Our staff regularly attends professional seminars and continues their professional education to bring our clients the latest in leading-edge hair restoration technology.

Transitions of Indiana is a member of Transitions International Group, an elite group of Hair Restoration and Replacement Specialists comprised of an award-winning membership of the world’s highest quality clinics. We are dedicated to giving our clients the looks they desire and help them regain their confidence.

Gentlemen---are you worried about your hair loss? At Transitions of Indiana, our hair restoration solutions for men are designed specifically to meet the unique needs of each individual based on their desire, expectations and specific lifestyle. We offer customized hair loss solutions in the form of laser hair therapy, our trademarked Sensigraft™ or hair transplantation to restore the natural appearance of your hairline.

Ladies--- are you experiencing the effects of hair loss? The psychological damage caused by hair loss and feeling unattractive can be devastating. We care about you and your hair. We want to get you back to feeling like you and help you regain your confidence. We offer customized state-of-the-art hair restoration systems such as our patented ReAllusions® hair replacement system and hair restoration procedures in the form of laser hair therapy and hair transplantation. Created exclusively for women, a Transitions of Indiana hair replacement will produce a significant increase in the density of your hair offering results that you will see immediately, but others won’t.

We have clients visit us not only from the Indianapolis area, but from all over the state and the Midwest region. You too can live the life you want, without embarrassment, without being self-conscious and with a hair restoration or replacement solution from Transitions of Indiana. Man or woman, whatever degree of hair loss you may be experiencing, we have an appropriate solution for you. Don’t settle for thinning hair or hair loss anymore! If you are ready to look the way you’ve always wanted, call Transitions of Indiana at 1-800-GET-HAIR or visit our website at www.transitionsindy.com to schedule your FREE hair and scalp analysis.

We Restore More Than Just Your Hair!”

Transitions of Indiana is a premiere hair replacement center. Whether you live in Indianapolis, Beech Grove, Speedway, Carmel or anywhere in the surrounding Indiana area, we offer FREE private, confidential consultations to help you determine which customized treatment option is best for your individual situation. Our hair replacement solution options include Sensigraft, Reallusions, Graduated Enhancement, Laser Hair Therapy, Hair Extensions, and hair loss control products. Take the first step to a new you and schedule your free hair loss evaluation.

These solutions may not work for you.

Are you noticing less hair on your head and more in your hair brush? For most women, experiencing hair loss is a gradual process that can leave you feeling less attractive and tense in public places. However, thanks to the experienced hair restoration specialists at Transition of Indiana, you don’t have to feel insecure about your appearance anymore. Transitions of Indiana is thlaser e largest hair restoration clinic in the state of Indiana and prides itself on offering only the latest technologies to combat female hair loss. Transitions of Indiana offers Low-Level Laser Therapy or LLLT,

approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the promotion of hair growth. Anne, an actual Transitions laser hair therapy client shared her experience with laser hair therapy from Transitions of Indiana.

Anne battled hair loss for a number of years due to hair loss running in the maternal side of her family. After years of being unsatisfied with alternative hair restoration solutions, Anne decided to call Transitions for a free consultation to determine her type of hair loss and the hair restoration options that Transitions could offer. “The day of my consultation, I was actually excited, thinking that they may have something for me. When I came back out. I knew they did. I knew it was going to work because of the guarantee that they had and the customer service they provided to me. I left there feeling that I was finally going to be able to go back to the life I had when I was 20.”

Anne was given a list of options and decided that laser hair therapy would best fit her needs. Low Level Laser Therapy is a completely safe, non-medical procedure that can be used by men and women of all hair and skin types. Low level laser light is a compressed light from the cold (non-thermal) red part of the electromagnetic spectrum. It is concentrated and focused on the scalp to help revitalize dormant or damaged hair follicles. The goal of laser hair therapy is to increase circulation of the blood to the base of the follicle and to stimulate the hair organs including the nerves, muscles and growth center of the hair follicle. Over time, this process helps to strengthen dormant or weakened hair follicles and breaks up build up from your scalp’s natural production of DHT or Dihydrotestosterone. In addition, it slows down and stops the progression of hair loss while simultaneously repairs and improves hair shaft quality. This method is especially helpful for the relief of troubling scalp conditions such as Psoriasis and Seborrhea.

“You actually have time to just sit and read, something I don’t do very often. While I’m reading, I’m growing hair, which is great. With the laser treatments, your hair doesn’t go away, it doesn’t fall out. It stays. I don’t even worry about it anymore. I even went scuba diving this summer. Now I can go out in the rain. I don’t have to worry about my hair looking bad. I don’t have to worry about running and the wind blowing through my hair and knowing it looks awesome.”

Laser hair therapy isn’t just laser treatment alone. In addition to laser treatments, proprietary pharmaceutical grade products including essential vitamins and hair restoration agents are applied to the scalp to maximize the results of scalp stimulation. “With the lasers, it’s a whole treatment plan that involves their products. With all of those working together, your hair is fuller, it’s thicker and you do see results. I lost probably 30 percent of my hair and now, thanks to Transitions, I have a full head of hair.”

With laser hair therapy, Transitions of Indiana can help you achieve a thicker, fuller, shinier and healthier-looking head of hair. If you are a women experiencing the devastating effects of hair loss and are looking for a non-surgical solution, call Transitions of Indiana at 1-800-GET-HAIR or visit our website at www.TransitionsIndy.com to schedule a FREE hair and scalp analysis with no obligation. Get your confidence back!

We Restore More Than Just Your Hair!”

Transitions of Indiana is a premiere hair replacement center. Whether you live in Indianapolis, Beech Grove, Speedway, Carmel or anywhere in the surrounding Indiana area, we offer FREE private, confidential consultations to help you determine which customized treatment option is best for your individual situation. Our hair replacement solution options include Sensigraft, Reallusions, Graduated Enhancement, Laser Hair Therapy, Hair Extensions, and hair loss control products. Take the first step to a new you and schedule your free hair loss evaluation.

Disclaimer: These solutions may not work for you.

Welcome to Transitions of Indiana

For over 15 years, Transitions of Indiana has been Indiana's most trusted resource for hair restoration and hair loss solutions. We have taken a great deal of pride in providing each client that steps through our doors the latest breakthroughs in male and female hair restoration solutions, including non-surgical hair restoration and replacement. At Transitions of Indiana, we provide hair restoration and replacement solutions for those suffering from the devastating effects of hair loss, thinning hair and baldness. We understand that an investment in your hair is an investment in your appearance and self-confidence and its one that you should approach carefully. That’s why we make it easy for our clients to restore their hair and regain their confidence by offering financing options to cover the costs of their hair restoration.

Gentlemen---are you worried about your hair loss? At Transitions of Indiana, our hair restoration solutions for men are designed specifically to meet the unique needs of each individual based on their desire, expectations and specific lifestyle. We offer customized hair loss solutions in the form of laser hair therapy, our trademarked Sensigraft™ or hair transplantation to restore the natural appearance of your hairline.

Ladies--- are you experiencing the effects of hair loss? We care about you and your hair. We want to get you back to feeling like you again and help regain your confidence. We offer customized state-of-the-art hair restoration systems such as our patented ReAllusions® hair replacement systems and hair restoration procedures in the form of laser hair therapy and hair transplantation. Created exclusively for women, a Transitions of Indiana hair replacement will produce a significant increase in the density of your hair offering results that you will see immediately, but others won’t.

We have clients visit us not only from the Indianapolis area, but from all over the state and the Midwest region. You too can live the life you want, without embarrassment, without being self-conscious, with a hair restoration or replacement solution from Transitions of Indiana. Man or woman, whatever degree of hair loss you may be experiencing, we have an appropriate solution for you. Don’t settle for thinning hair or hair loss anymore! If you are ready to look the way you’ve always wanted, call Transitions of Indiana at 1-800-GET-HAIR or visit our website at www.transitionsindy.com to schedule your FREE hair and scalp analysis.

We Restore More Than Just Your Hair!”

Transitionsof Indiana is a premiere hair replacement center. Whether you live in Indianapolis, Beech Grove, Speedway, Carmel or anywhere in the surrounding Indiana area, we offer FREE private, confidential consultations to help you determine which customized treatment option is best for your individual situation. Our hair replacement solution options include Sensigraft, Reallusions, Graduated Enhancement, Laser Hair Therapy, Hair Extensions, and hair loss control products. Take the first step to a new you and schedule your free hair loss evaluation.

Disclaimer: These solutions may not work for you.

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