Today, I am delighted to connect with Dr. Omer Ibrahim, a board-certified, fellowship-trained dermatologist and the Co-director of Research at Chicago Cosmetics Surgery and Dermatology. Dr. Ibrahim completed his residency at the Cleveland Clinic. 

In our discussion today, we dive into the concept of hair loss in women, exploring how our hair follicles change during perimenopause and menopause, the prevalence of hair loss and hair thinning, and the many factors that contribute to it, including nutritional deficiencies, chronic stress, heat damage, weight loss (especially with GLP-1 medications), alcohol, and smoking. We discuss the benefits of hormone replacement therapy, essential supplements, red light therapy, PRP, exosomes, and topical and oral medications, and we also cover specific lab tests to request, the impact of endocrine-mimicking chemicals, and how to find qualified hair specialists or dermatologists in your area. 

You will not want to miss this conversation with Dr. Omer Inrahim, and I look forward to having him back on the podcast in the future.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:

• The two most common reasons for hair thinning and hair loss
• How pattern hair loss, or TE, is linked to hormonal changes in perimenopause and menopause
• How hair loss patterns are not inherited directly, and how they can vary, even within the same family
• Why early treatment for hair loss is essential
• How weight loss and GLP-1 agonists can impact hair loss
• Vitamin deficiencies that could contribute to hair loss
• Why it’s important to avoid harsh hair care practices to prevent hair damage
• How stress could lead to hair loss and thinning
• How alcohol and smoking impact hair loss
• Various prescription medications available for hair loss

Bio: Dr. Omer Ibrahim

Omer Ibrahim, MD FAAD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained dermatologist and co-director of research at Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology. He completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic, followed by an ASDS-accredited fellowship in cosmetic, laser, and dermatologic surgery at SkinCare Physicians in Boston. Dr. Ibrahim serves as adjunct faculty at Cleveland Clinic and Rush University, where he teaches residents the fundamentals of cosmetic and surgical dermatology.

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