simple dandruff and non hereditary hair loss: Basic Technique

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Dear Malik Shah,

 

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A. Dandruff

 

Medical Background:

 

Simple dandruff ( not seborrheic dermatitis nor

psoriasis) is a very common scalp problem with several

possible causes.

 

Dandruff is made up of bits of dead skin that peel

away from the scalp as a result of the effects of

metabolism. Normally, dandruff, in its early stages of

growth, is not visible to the naked eye. It becomes

visible only after enlarging into pieces of dead skin

(what we normally call " dandruff " ) as a result of the

propagation of bacteria and/or problems with

seborrhoeic scalp conditions. Persons suffering from

prolonged dandruff are said to have a dandruff

ailment. This type of ailment, accompanied by

itchiness, can lead to eczema if it worsens.

 

Dandruff occurs when the scalp sheds dead epidermal

(skin) cells in large clumps. Dandruff scales appear

dry, white or grayish, appearing as small, unsightly

patches, especially on top of the head.

 

Scalp cells replenish themselves in a pattern similar

to that of hair, but more rapidly: The skin of the

head renews itself about once a month. Dead scalp

cells are constantly being pushed from the deepest

layer of the epidermis to the skin's surface, where

they gradually die. Usually the scalp sheds them in a

nearly invisible way. But for reasons that are still

unclear, cell turnover sometimes becomes unusually

rapid, and dead cells are shed as the visible flakes

called dandruff. Although most people assume dandruff

comes from a dry scalp, the opposite is true: People

with oily scalps tend to suffer most from dandruff.

 

" This may be due to an oily scalp supporting the

growth of yeast in the scalp, which is thought to be

instrumental in the development of scaling and scalp

irritation, " says Joseph P. Bark, M.D., chairman of

dermatology at St. Joseph's Hospital in Lexington, Ky.

" A large preponderance of males have dandruff, which

may suggest some role of androgen hormones in

dandruff....But when the cell turnover goes too far

and increases, then you get not only visible excess

scaling, but redness and itching, " he says. " Redness

and itching is actually seborrheic dermatitis, and it

frequently occurs around the folds of the nose and the

eyebrow areas, not just the scalp. "

 

Sometimes itching of the scalp is also experienced.

The most common cause is probably a small skin fungus,

previously known as Pityrosporum ovale, now renamed

Malassezia furfur. The fungus is found naturally on

the skin surface of both healthy people and those with

dandruff. The fungus likes fat, and is consequently

found most on skin areas with plenty of sebaceous

glands: on the scalp, face and upper part of the body.

When Malassezia furfur grows too rapidly, the natural

renewal of cells is disturbed and dandruff appears

with itching.

 

Some suggested causes for dandruff:

It is triggered by overactive oil glands, food

allergies, stress, excessive perspiration, or harsh

shampoos.

 

There is a common misconception that dandruff is

caused by scalp skin being too dry. Hence some people

avoid washing their hair, believing that the drying

effect of shampoo will worsen their dandruff. Their

scalp is probably not being cleansed enough; the scale

is building up into larger, more noticeable flakes

before it falls off the skin. Dandruff problems tend

to occur more frequently in people with oily skin and

hair.

 

Dandruff is caused by micro-organism called

pityrosporum-ovle which are present in every body's

scalp. Symptoms of dandruff get aggravated when

exposed to dust, UV light, harsh chemical based

shampoo, hair dyes etc., this results in increase in

number of microbes which causes unhealthy residue over

the scalp which leads to dandruff, which is the cause

of unhealthy scalp results in unhealthy, lifeless hair

and may result in excessive loss of hair too.

 

Contrary to popular notions, dandruff is usually a

result of too much oiliness of the skin and scalp

rather than dryness. While mild dandruff may be caused

by overactive oil glands, recent evidence suggests

that the more severe dandruff associated with

seborrheic dermatitis may be caused by an

overabundance of Pityrosporum ovale, a yeast-like

organism found on healthy scalp in low numbers. With

the increased scaling and oiliness of seborrheic

dermatitis, these yeast organisms thrive and multiply,

aggravating inflammation and scaling.

 

Seasonal changes, stress, and certain diseases seem to

affect seborrheic dermatitis. The cold, dry air of

fall and winter often triggers a flare-up. Emotional

stress can worsen the condition as well. Skin cells

that grow and die off too fast are the cause of

dandruff, but doctors do not know why this happens.

Some people with severe flaking have overactive

sebaceous glands (whose task is to lubricate the skin

with oils); others have an elevated level of the

fungus Pityrosporum ovale, which is present in most

people but to excess in dandruff sufferers. Other

causative factors include family history, food

allergies, excessive sweating, use of alkaline soaps,

yeast infections, and stress. Even the season of the

year can contribute to the problem: Cold, dry winters

are notorious for bringing on dandruff or making it

worse.

 

If dandruff flakes are greasy and yellow, the probable

cause is the skin condition known as seborrheic

dermatitis; dry, thick lesions consisting of large,

silvery scales may be traced to the less common

psoriasis of the scalp. These forms of dandruff—as

well as the run-of-the-mill variety—become a hazard

only if you scratch to the point of causing breaks in

the skin, which can place you at greater risk for

infections, particularly from staph and strep

bacteria.

 

B. Hair Loss

Medical Background:

 

Many conditions, diseases, and improper hair care

result in excessive hair loss.

 

About 90 percent of the hair on a person's scalp is

growing at any one time. The growth phase lasts

between two and six years. Ten percent of the hair is

in a resting phase that lasts two to three months. At

the end of its resting stage, the hair is shed. When a

hair is shed, a new hair from the same follicle

replaces it and the grow-ing cycle starts again. Scalp

hair grows about one-half inch a month. As people age,

their rate of hair growth slows. Most hair shedding is

due to the normal hair cycle, and losing 50-to-100

hairs per day is no cause for alarm.

 

Causes of Excessive Hair Loss

 

-Improper Hair Cosmetic Use/Improper Hair Care - Many

men and women use chemical treatments on their hair,

including dyes, tints, bleaches, straighteners, and

permanent waves. These treatments rarely damage hair

if they are done correctly. However, the hair can

become weak and break if any of these chemicals are

used too often. If hair becomes brittle from chemical

treatments, it's best to stop until the hair has grown

out.

 

-Hairstyles that pull on the hair, like ponytails and

braids, should not be pulled tightly and should be

alternated with looser hairstyles. The constant pull

causes some hair loss, especially along the sides of

the scalp.

 

-Shampooing, combing and brushing too often, can also

damage hair, causing it to break. Using a cream rinse

or conditioner after shampooing will make it more

manageable and easier to comb. When hair is wet, it is

more fragile, so vigorous rubbing with a towel, and

rough combing and brushing should be avoided. Don't

follow the old rule of 100 brush strokes a day-that

damages hair. Instead, use wide toothed combs and

brushes with smooth tips.

 

-Hereditary Thinning or Balding - Hereditary balding

or thinning is the most common cause of hair loss. The

tendency can be inherited from either the mother's or

father's side of the family. Women with this trait

develop thinning hair, but do not become completely

bald. The condition is called androgenetic alopecia

and it can start in the teens, twenties, or thirties.

There is no cure, although medical treatments have

recently become available that may help some people.

 

Pranic Healing: Basic Technique

Simple Dandruff and Non-Hereditary Hair Loss

 

1. Invoke and scan before, during and after

treatment.

 

2. General sweeping.

 

3. Do proper abdominal pranic breathing ( 6-3-6-3)

for 12 cycles.

 

Teach patient proper abdominal pranic breathing (

6-3-6-3). Ask patient to continue pranic breathing

during entire treatment

 

4. Localized thorough sweeping on the entire head area

50 times.

 

5. Energize the scalp with emphasis on the affected

areas for 10 breathing cycles.

 

6. Localized thorough sweeping on the 50 times each

the front, sides and back of the liver.

 

7. Localized thorough sweeping on the front and back

solar plexus chakra, 50 times. Energize the solar

plexus chakra.

 

8. Localized thorough sweeping on the navel chakra

for 30 times. Energize the navel for 10 breathing

cycles.

 

9. Localized thorough sweeping on the sex chakra and

basic chakra for 30 breathing cycles. Energize for 10

cycles the basic, and for 10 cycles the sex chakra.

 

10. Localized thorough sweeping on the front and back

heart chakra. Energize the back heart chakra.

 

11. Localized thorough sweeping and energizing on

the ajna chakra, the crown, forehead, back head minor

and the throat, secondary throat and jaw minor

chakras.

 

12. Stabilize and release projected pranic energy.

 

Repeat treatment 3 times per week for as long as

necessary.

 

Recommend for patient:

 

1. Do proper abdominal pranic breathing ( 6-3-6-3) for

12 cycles several times during the day. This will

strengthen the energy body and assist in coping with

stress during the day.

 

2. Use gentle shampoo and luke warm ( not hot ) water

for washing hair.

 

3. For dandruff: One hour before washing hair,

massage 1 cup apple cider vinegar on scalp. Do not

rinse away with water, just use clean towel to wrap

hair for 1 hour. After 1 hour, remove towel and use a

gentle shampoo to wash hair.

 

4. Regularly wash comb and hair brush very well in

hot water and shampoo.

 

5. Use gentle shampoo and luke warm ( not hot ) water

for washing hair.

 

6. If excessive hair loss is due to other infections

or ailment(s), proper treatment of the ailment(s)

must also be applied.

 

7. Allergic causes for dandruff and/or excessive hair

loss must likewise be checked and treated.

 

Love,

 

Marilette

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

--- seekingself03 <seekingself03 wrote:

> Hi marilette,

>

> I am wondering if there is a treatment for dandruff

> and hairloss. I

> have completed my basic PH course.

>

> Thanks,

>

> Malik Shah

>

>

>

 

 

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