Is your hair falling out, and you don't understand why?

Make sure you listen until the very end to hear us discuss the potential causes of hair loss, as well as explain to you the information that you need to provide your doctor when seeing them for hair loss.

November is National Healthy Skin Month, and hair and scalp-related disorders fall under this category!

In this episode, we are joined by Saranan Mitchell, who is a Master Cosmetologist at Tuscan Sky Salon of Douglas. 

Saranan brings a unique perspective to hair loss that healthcare providers can learn from. She also reminds us that it's important to remember the basics when talking with our patients and providing education.

Saranan shares personal stories from her professional experience that we can all learn from, and she explains how helping clients has in return been cathartic for her.

She also shares a personal story of a time she interacted with the healthcare system, and explains that she still remembers today the kindness she was shown.

Saranan talks with us about how her clients expect to be treated, her desire to connect with them on a personal level, and how this has helped her be one of the most successful in her profession!

In this episode, you will learn:

1. How to care for wigs
2. The importance of telling your doctor (or beautician) which medications you are taking
3. About hair loss while taking medications such as Mounjaro and Wegovy
4. The potential causes of hair loss, including:
   1. Scalp diseases
   2. Telogen Effluvium
   3. Trauma
   4. Burns
   5. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
   6. Chemotherapy and Radiation
   7. Malnutrition
   8. Rapid Weight Loss
   9. Diabetes
   10. Infection

For healthcare providers, you will learn:

1. The benefits of understanding your non-medical resources
2. The benefits of embracing new co-workers and supporting their growth
3. The importance of remembering to educate patients about the basics
4. Differential diagnoses to consider when a patient presents with hair loss

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

1. Tuscan Sky Salon & Spa of Douglas
2. Locks of Love

If you would like to make an appointment at Tuscan Sky Salon & Spa of Douglas, you can do that here!

Tuscan Sky Salon & Spa of Douglas

612 North Madison Avenue

Douglas, GA 31533

912.292.0628

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Nick Cady

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