Fiesta days in December
The clinic will be closed:
Friday 6th – December – This is a national holiday
Christmas
Tuesday 24th December
Wednesday 25th December
Thursday 26th December
Tuesday 31st December
Wednesday 1st January 2025
Hair Loss
We all lose around 100 hairs every day. This is completely normal but when hair is falling out in clumps or blocking the plug hole after washing there may be a problem!
Many people believe that stress causes hair loss. Stress as such, is not an explanation for hair loss. That said, if you have had any illnesses or major surgery it is not uncommon to lose large amounts of hair about 3-4 months later. This is known as Telogen effluvium.
Thyroid disease, both over-active and under-active can cause hair loss. Look out for other symptoms such as tiredness, dry skin, constipation and weight gain, or the opposite, restlessness, excessive perspiration, palpitations and weight loss. When the thyroid function is stabilized hair will re-grow.
Other illnesses that can cause hair loss are diabetes and lupus. Among other things, diabetes can cause weight loss, increased thirst, excessive urination and frequent infections.
Hormonal problems can also be a culprit. Imbalances of male or female sex hormones, androgens and oestrogens, can cause hair to fall out.
Certain medications may also be responsible such as oral contraceptives, antidepressants, anticoagulants (blood thinners,) blood pressure tablets and medications to treat heart disease. Medications used to treat gout and even vitamin A if taken in too large quantities can also cause excessive hair loss.
Anybody who is concerned about hair loss should see their Family Doctor to rule out underlying disease
The FMC ‘Dream Team’ enjoying a well earned Jolly to Seville
We would like to wish you all a very happy Christmas
and healthy New Year
We are currently seeking testimonials that patients would be happy to be
published on our website
If you have been pleased with the service we have provided at the Family Medical Centre and would be happy to recommend us to
others, we would very much appreciate it if you could take the time to write a short testimonial.
If you are willing to do this please either pass a few lines into reception or send by e-mail to:
info@albirfamilymedicalcentre.com
Testimonials can be published with either full names or just initials and area of residence if patients prefer.
With appreciation,
Dawn Vanessa & Jane
The Family Medical Centre
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