01 · Overview
Hair loss may reflect genetics, nutritional deficiency, hormonal change, stress, illness, medication or inflammatory scalp disease. The first priority is diagnosis, supported by examination and laboratory testing when indicated.
02 · May help with
Is this treatment
right for you?
- Excessive shedding
- Pattern thinning
- Reduced density
- Scalp symptoms accompanying hair loss
03 · Your journey
History and scalp examination
Hair-pull or dermoscopic assessment
Targeted investigations when required
Medical, procedural or referral plan
Hair grows slowly, so response is assessed over months rather than weeks. Ongoing treatment may be needed for progressive conditions.
Medical treatment usually has none; procedural options can cause temporary scalp tenderness or redness.
Sudden, patchy, scarring or symptomatic hair loss warrants prompt medical evaluation rather than routine cosmetic treatment.
04 · Common questions
Good questions.
Clear answers.
Do all patients need blood tests?+
No. Tests are selected based on history, examination, diet, menstrual history, systemic symptoms and the pattern of loss.
When should improvement be judged?+
Shedding and density generally require several hair cycles to assess, often three to six months or longer.
This page provides general education and does not replace an individual medical consultation. Suitability, benefits, risks and outcomes vary.