Hereditary / androgenic alopecia: Also known as male pattern baldness. This affects men more commonly but can also affect women. Hair loss is typically in a broad area on the crown of the scalp +/- at the temples where the hairline can recede.
Stress: A very stressful event like a difficult exam, near death experience or death of a loved one can cause hairloss typically delayed 3-6 months later.
Autoimmune causes: A hair loss condition called alopecia areata occurs when your body’s immune system attacks your hair follicles. This can cause distinct often round areas of complete hair loss.
Medications/medical conditions: Certain medications or medical issues can cause hair changes or hair loss. Examples are chemotherapy, anaemia and thyroid disease.
Symptoms
Increase hair fall in the shower
Thinning of hair in crown and receding hairline
Distinct sudden round patches of hair loss
Treatments
Androgenic alopecia:
PRP injections
Prescription topical +/- oral medications
Autoimmune / alopecia areata:
Cortisone injections
Other types of hair loss:
A comprehensive medical history, examination and investigations will allow our doctors to determine and treat the cause
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PRP treatment involves taking blood from a vein in your arm, spinning it in a centrifuge to separate the plasma, platelets and regeneration factors that are then re injected back into the scalp to stimulate hair growth.
How many sessions of PRP are needed for treatment of hair loss?
We recommend a series of 4-6 sessions monthly. A maintenance session every 6-12 months may then be required.
How do cortisone injections work for alopecia areata?
A small amount of cortisone medication is injected into the affected bald patches. This calms down the overactive immune system and allows for hair regrowth.
When is the best time to treat alopecia areata?
As early as possible is best to stop the patches growing and achieve hair regrowth.
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