HAIR TRANSPLANT AND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why have I lost my hair?

Though other causes of hair loss must be ruled out, like other medical problems, stress etc. the commonest cause of balding is pattern baldness. This is also called Androgenetic alopecia. This means that the hair loss is due to 2 main factors- Androgens (male hormones) and Genetics (inherited from family, either mothers or fathers side) . It is seen as thinning and gradual loss of hair. The affected hair tends to become smaller and smaller gradually till they are not seen at all, a process called miniaturisation. This sets in at adolescence and progresses steadily.

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Does oiling and helmet use give rise to hair loss?

These are common misconceptions related to hair loss. Loss of up to 100 strands per day is normal. The loss of hair on top of the head is not directly related to hair oils or the pressure of the helmet.

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Can medicines alone help?

Medicines can help to retain the existing hair. These will help prevent the miniaturisation process from continuing and hence help in reducing hair loss, but they do not help in reversing the hair that is already lost or thinned out.

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Is there any way of regrowing the hair that is thinned out?

There are many ways to help restore hair density like PRP, growth factor mesotherapy and stem cell treatment. These are procedures that will help new hair grow and can be maintained to achieve a fuller volume of hair.

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What is PRP?

Platelet rich plasma is a treatment proven to be very effective for hair growth. It is extracted from the person s own blood and used on the scalp. Improvement in hair quality and density is noticeable in a few months.

Do lasers work for hair growth?

Low level laser therapy is an FDA approved treatment modality for hair. It is simple, non invasive and shows results with consistent use.