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THE MADAM C. J. WALKER SCHOOLS

The treatment of Alopecia Areata requires time and patience and should be continued at regular intervals until the scalp is again in a healthy condition and the bald spots are replaced by a good growth of hair. The new hair growing in is quite likely to be lighter in color than orignally but in time it will appear as the rest of the hair.

ALOPECIA CONGENITA

Alopecia Congenita is inherited baldness. It is a type of baldness resulting from the absence of hair bulbs or papilla. It is very often inherited through the father, the grandfather and so on for many generations. However, this is not always the case, for it is possible for bald headed children to be the progeny of parents with luxurious hair.

In these cases the scalp has an oily appearance which proves that although the hair is gone, the sebaceous glands and the follicles are still active. There are extreme cases on record where persons affected by this type of Alopecia are almost devoid of finger nails. This may be easily understood since we have already learned that the nails are made of the same tissues which form the hair.

Treatment-Since the disease is usually inherited, it offers little or no possibility of correction and is not responsive to treatment because the scalp does not contain the normal hair producing elements.

ALOPECIA PREMATURA

Alopecia Prematura is a premature baldness. This disease is the result of improper care of the hair. Strong alcoholic tonics and shampoo soaps containing caustic alkalies that reduce the supply of natural oils in the scalp encourage Alopecia Prematura. It is noticeable between the ages of 20 and 35 years and is more prevalent among men than women.

Many men, from force of habit, shampoo their hair each morning when taking their daily shower. This too frequent washing causes the hair and scalp to become very dry and the natural oils are removed before their function is performed. Since no diseased condition of the scalp is discernible, the treatment must be directed to the hair roots, follicle and papilla.

Treatment- Ascertain if the patron is using tonics or strong shampoo soaps. Advise their discontinuation as you will be able to restore the scalp health and hair growth only by the patron

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giving full cooperation and following your professional advice. Regular diet will also improve this condition.

Build up the scalp by giving the massage movements, massaging until the scalp becomes loose and pliable and can be rolled between the finger tips. Apply Madam C. J. Walker's Temple Grower Treatment (heated), massaging the oil well into the entire scalp. Shampoo as usual. Dry well. Use the electric vibrator freely over the scalp and conclude by massaging a small bit of the Temple Grower in the scalp. These treatments should be repeated every ten days or two weeks until a decided improvement is noted in both the scalp and the hair.

ALOPECIA SENILIS

Alopecia Senilis is the type of baldness that results from old age. It comes on gradually and is a constant thinning of the hair on the scalp because the vital forces of the hair are being weakened in proportion to the general weakening of the body. Preservation of the hair to avoid this disease is advisable but any effort in this direction must be supplemented by toning up the entire body.

Many men and women who have passed three score and ten have managed to keep their heavy hair growth and physical vigor through proper living.

Treatment- Where this disease has remained untreated for some time, it has doubtless reached the most acute stage. The roots of the hair are dead and are not responsive to any treatment which may be given. However, for the good which may result, the treatment given for Alopecia Areata may be tried. The inward treatment consists of regulating the diet with an increase of vegetables and milk and less meat. Total abstinence from pork and heavy beef is recommended.

ALOPECIA PITYRIASIS

Alopecia Pityriasis is the type of Alopecia which causes the scalp to be pitted with bran-like scales, which in extreme cases are accompanied by an intense itching so violent that the patron often scratches until blood appears.

In the mild form this disease resembles and is often confused with Seborrhea or dandruff. Pityriasis is more often regarded as a feeble condition of the scalp which is affected by low vitality of the entire system.

Treatment-Madam C. J. Walker's Temple Grower Treatment (heated) should be given and repeated weekly until the condition