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deseretnews.com | Physics, beehive hairdos are total mysteries Sunday, November 27, 2005 Physics, beehive hairdos are total mysteries By Dave Barry Recently, I received a phone call from my son, Rob. It was a phone call that every parent dreads. That's right: My son told me that the universe does not exist. Or at least it does not in any way resemble my concept of it. According to Rob, I understand the universe about as well as a barnacle understands a nuclear aircraft carrier. I blame college. That's where Rob is getting these ideas, which have to do with the Theory of Relativity and something called "quantum physics." Rob and his roommate, Hal, stay up all night discussing Deep Questions and figuring out the universe, and when they have it nailed down — The Rob and Hal Theory of Everything — Rob calls me up, all excited, and starts talking about time travel, the Fifth Dimension, the Big Bang, etc. I try to follow him, but I am hampered by a brain that for decades has firmly believed that the Fifth Dimension is the musical group that sang "Up, Up and Away." So I quickly become confused and testy, and Rob gets frustrated and says, "Don't you understand? THERE'S NO SUCH THING AS TIME!" And I'll say, "YES THERE IS, AND RIGHT NOW IT'S FIVE O'CLOCK IN THE MORNING!" (At one point, I swear this is true — we got into a bitter argument about whether people in Minneapolis age at the same rate as people in Miami.) When I was in college, during the '60s, there was no such thing as "quantum physics." Or, if there was, nobody told ME about it. Back then, when we stayed up all night, we were not trying to figure out the universe: We were trying to figure out how to operate the phone, so we could order pizza. (Note to young people: Phones were MUCH more complicated in the '60s.) I was an English major, and when we English majors thought about physics, we were trying to solve problems like: "You are required to turn in a 15-page paper on 'The Brothers Karamazov.' You have written a grand total of 311 words on this topic. How big do you have to make your margins to make these words stretch over 15 pages? Do you think the professor will notice that your "paper" is a little anorexic worm of type running between margins wide enough to land an airplane on? Do you think that anybody in history has ever actually read all the way to the end of 'The Brothers Karamazov'? Why?" This is not to say that I know nothing about physics. I studied physics for an ENTIRE YEAR in Pleasantville High School under the legendary Mr. Heideman. We learned that there are five simple machines: the lever, the pulley, the doorbell, the hammer and the toaster. We learned that the most powerful force in the universe is static electricity, which Mr. Heideman demonstrated by getting a volunteer to place his or her hand on a generator, which caused the volunteer's hair to stand on end, unless the volunteer was a girl with the popular early-'60s "beehive" hairstyle held rigidly in place by the other most powerful force in the universe, hairspray. Presumably, if Mr. Heideman had cranked the power up enough, the static electricity buildup would have caused the volunteer's head to explode, and we would finally have found out if — as widely rumored — many "beehive" hairstyles contained nests of baby spiders. Thanks to my high-school training, I believed I had a solid grasp of physics. So when Rob was growing up, I was able to answer his questions about the universe, such as "What is a star?" (Answer: a big ball of static electricity that has caught on fire because of friction with comets) or "What is gravity?" (Answer: a powerful type of static electricity that sucks you toward the ground, especially after you eat Italian food.) These answers satisfied my son until he started reaching that snotty, know-it-all age when kids start losing all respect for authority (18 months). And now he's calling me from college and telling me that the universe is NOTHING like my concept of it. The stuff he talks about is pretty complex, but I will try to summarize the main points, as I understand them: —Point One: Whatever you think about anything is wrong. —Point Two: There is no such thing as Point One. You THINK there is a Point One, but that just shows what a physics moron you are. —Point Three: If there are two identical twins, and one of them gets on a spacecraft going at nearly the speed of light, then one of them will grow old much faster than the other one, and that one will retire to Miami. —Point Three: There are an infinite number of possible Point Threes, and they all are all equally true, and you will never understand ANY of them. OK? Is that clear to everybody? Good! To prove you really understand, I want you all to write me a 15-page paper on how the universe works and send it backward through time to me in 1964, c/o Mr. Heideman's class. OK, I got it. Thanks. Dave Barry is a columnist for the Miami Herald. He is taking a leave of absence from writing his weekly humor column. Write to him c/o The Miami Herald, One Herald Plaza, Miami, Fla. 33132. 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Skin Care Guide: Laser Hair Removal - Cosmetic Skin Treatments Skin Care Guide .com Medical Guide Written by Internationally Recognized Dermatologists. Skin Care Guide About Us Skin Care Glossary Skin Care Guide Network Skin Care/Dermatology Articles Site Map Skin Care - Physicians Skin Care - Basic Facts Skin/Face Cleansers Skin Moisturizers Skin/Face Cosmetics Sunscreens/Sunblocks Skin Conditions Sun Damage Lupus Erythematosus Lice Bacterial Skin Infections Warts Treatment Sensitive Skin Cosmetic Skin Treatments Botox Cosmetic Laser Hair Removal Tattoo Removal Skin Care Medical Guides Acne Treatment Eczema Treatment Fungal Infections Treatment Herpes Treatment Psoriasis Treatment Psoriatic Arthritis Treatment Rosacea Treatment Skin Cancer Treatment Laser Hair Removal Temporary hair removal is accomplished with conventional treatments such as shaving, waxing and epilation. Another method is the use of selective photolysis, which is light energy that is produced by the laser, and is targeted at the pigment in hair. This causes destruction of hair follicles while sparing surrounding structures (i.e., the skin). Long lasting hair removal can be achieved with the use of several available lasers. Total temporary hair removal, which lasts for several months, can be done in almost all patients. However, total permanent laser hair removal is not commonly done. Stable permanent hair removal may be possible in some cases and usually requires multiple treatment sessions. FAQ Is laser hair removal painful? Laser hair removal can be mild to moderately uncomfortable. Each individual hair follicle is surrounded by nerve endings. While some patients may be able to tolerate the procedure without the use of an anesthetic, others may find the application of an anesthetic cream (such as EMLA) helpful. A generous layer of anesthetic cream is applied for 30-60 minutes before the procedure and can provide adequate relief from discomfort during the procedure. How many treatments are necessary? For satisfactory, long-lasting hair removal most patients require three to six treatments. The interval between treatments varies between 4 and 12 weeks, and will depend on your hair color, the type of laser used, and the location treated. What are the complications? Fortunately, the complications of laser hair removal are rare if its done by an experienced and skilled physician. You should expect a certain degree of pain, swelling and redness around the hair follicle after each treatment session. These symptoms resolve over the following 24 hours and include: - Pigment alteration: Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation or darkening of the skin next to the treated area has been reported in 5% of patients and is sometimes seen in darker skinned individuals. Strict sun avoidance is recommended. Hypopigmentation, or lightening of the surrounding skin, has also been reported. These adverse effects are usually temporary. Alteration in underlying pigments is also a risk, especially when Q-switched lasers are used. - Infection: Bacterial Skin Infections are rare and occur when the superficial skin is injured. Antibiotic treatment may be prescribed, but generally good wound care is sufficient to prevent infection. If you have had prior episodes of cold sores or herpes simplex infections, you may develop a recurrent episode after a laser treatment. If you have a history of herpes simplex infections, your doctor should prescribe appropriate antiviral medication prior to laser hair removal to prevent a recurrent herpes episode. - Scarring may rarely occur and generally follows an infection or superficial skin injury. Who is a candidate for Laser Hair Removal? Almost anybody who has undesirable hair is a candidate for laser hair removal. However certain conditions may complicate treatment. Laser hair removal achieves the best results with light-skinned, dark-haired individuals. Lasers with longer wavelengths are generally useful for darker-skinned patients. Caution must be exercised in certain situations: The presence of an active bacterial or viral infection prevents treatment until the condition resolves. A history of hypertrophic scarring or keloid formation requires less aggressive laser treatments in order to avoid any complications. The presence of a suntan makes laser hair removal less effective and increases the likelihood of scarring or skin injury. If you have psoriasis or vitiligo, you should be warned about the possibility of causing more lesions in the treated areas. Most dermatologists recommend waiting 1 year after taking isotretinoin (Accutane) before doing laser hair removal because of atypical scarring that has been associated with use of this drug during treatment. Where? Laser hair removal can be performed on virtually any hair bearing part of your body including your arms, legs, bikini area, back, etc. Objectives of Therapy The primary objective is safe and effective hair removal. Total permanent hair removal, while desirable, is not always possible. Total temporary hair removal lasting several months is a reasonable expectation. Some permanent hair reduction in treated areas is possible, especially after multiple treatments. Preoperative Care You should strictly avoid sun tanning and artificial tanning products. You should avoid waxing, plucking or electrolysis of any areas to be treated for at least 6 weeks before your laser treatment. The use of shaving and depilatory creams is allowed. If you have darker skin, you should consider a bleaching cream or skin lightening regimen. You should shave the treatment areas within 24 hours prior to treatment. Anesthetic cream can be applied 30-60 minutes prior to treatment You should remove cosmetics prior to treatment. Postoperative Changes You will see redness and swelling around the treated hair follicles immediately following treatment. Blisters and crusting are rare, though more commonly seen in darker skinned individuals. Several days after treatment, hair may be extruded from the follicle. Postoperative Care Immediately following treatment, cold compresses can be applied to the skin surface Emollients and/or topical corticosteroid creams can be used to keep areas moist and reduce redness and swelling. Blisters and crusting are treated with antibiotic ointment and daily soaks. You should strictly avoid the sun in order to prevent pigmentary changes. Lasers used for Hair Removal Laser energy, through the principle of selective photothermolysis (a process that involves selective absorption of an intense light pulse at wavelengths that are absorbed by the hair follicles, but not by the surrounding tissue), targets the pigment in the hair follicle. This causes destruction of hair follicles while sparing surrounding structures (i.e., the skin). Growing hair is more sensitive to destruction than resting hairs. Many of the lasers listed below utilize epidermal or skin cooling techniques. The effect of cooling the surface of the skin serves to minimize discomfort during treatment while increasing the effectiveness of the laser treatments. Ruby Laser (694 nm, normal mode) - All patients will see a growth delay of their hair. Some patients will see a permanent reduction in hair growth. - This laser is more effective for dark hair. Blonde and gray hairs are more resistant. - White hairs do not respond to treatment - Epilaser (Palomar) and Epitouch (Sharplan) are examples of ruby lasers Alexandrite Laser (755 nm, normal mode) - All patients will see a growth delay of their hair. Some will see a permanent reduction in hair growth. - It is effective for dark hair. Blonde and gray hairs are more resistant. - White hairs do not respond to treatment - It is potentially safer for darker skin than the ruby laser - Rapid repetition rates of the laser will reduce treatment time - Apogee (Cynosure) uses a cooling gel on the skin - Gentlase (Candela) uses dynamic cooling spray Pulsed Diode Laser (800nm) - Patients with thick or coarse hair will see a delay in hair growth. Some patients will see a permanent reduction in hair growth. - It is effective for dark hair. It is not effective for fine hair. - Potentially, it is safer for darker skin types - LightSheer (Coherent) uses contact cooling Intense Pulsed Light Source (500-1200 nm) - It is effective for dark hair, both fine and coarse - It is potentially useful for darker skin types - Epilight (ESC) uses cooling gel Nd:YAG Laser (1064 nm, Q-switched) - Permanent hair removal has not been demonstrated - It can temporarily remove light hairs - It is potentially safe for all skin types, and causes the least epidermal damage of all treatments. - Carbon suspension is applied to skin in some treatments - There is a lower risk of epidermal damage - Short operative times are required - It causes the least discomfort of all laser hair removal treatments 2005 SkinCareGuide.com Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer | Privacy Policy | Sponsor List | Editorial and Advertising Policy | Feedback We subscribe to the HONcode principles. Verify Here

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Thyroid Hair Loss Web EzineArticles.com Submit Articles Watch the Video -- Members Login Benefits Recent Articles Expert Authors Experts By Location Read Endorsements Editorial Guidelines Author TOS Terms of Service Ezines / Email Alerts Manage Subscriptions EzineArticles RSS Blog Forums About Us What's New Contact Us Affiliates Link To Us Privacy Policy Site Map Search All Options Search Article IDs Search Article Titles Search Articles Search Expert Authors Search Article Keywords Search Article Summary Advanced Search Power Search Email Address: Your Name: Got an Ezine Marketing or Email Newsletter Question? AskChrisKnight.com HOME :: Health-and-Fitness / Hair-Loss Thyroid Hair Loss By Jen Carter Article Word Count: 424 [ View Summary ] Comments (0) What is it? Saw Palmetto is an herbal oil extract from the berries of the plant called a Saw Palm. Researchers are still working to fully understand the beneficial effects of this herbal extract. What is known is that the fatty acids are purported to be responsible for testosterone-inhibiting effects within the prostate. What does it do? Put simply Saw Palmetto opposes the actions of testosterone. This is significant since testosterone levels have been directly linked to several health conditions including hair loss. Proponents of Saw Palmetto claim that it balances hormonal activity restoring whatever damage may have been caused by an imbalance. Is it effective? It depends on who you talk too. The Naturopathic Community is very confident and report definite results although they admit that they do vary based on the quality of the herb and the person taking it. Consensus in the medical community is positive but reserved. They want to see more comprehensive clinical trials done but also admit that with a Doctors guidance for most people it will not harm people to try it. 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