Dr. Patrick Angelos
Contributor
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. – People go partially or fully bald for any number of reasons – hormones, genetics, lack of nutrition, and aging, among others. National Hair Loss Awareness Month arrived and left in August. One contributor that seems to be year-round is stress.
“Stress certainly can contribute to hair loss because it can affect hormone levels,” Dr. Patrick Angelos, author of “The Science and Art of Hair Restoration: A Patient’s Guide,” said. “Any number of stressful events can lead to a sudden loss of hair, although in those cases the hair typically will grow back over time.”
For more permanent hair-loss concerns, Angelos, a plastic surgeon who specializes in hair restoration, uses robotic treatment to help patients regain their h