Hair transplant blog

Alternative therapies are only increasing in popularity in the Western world. $30.2 billion is spent annually on treatments developed outside of mainstream Western medicine, by over 30% of adults in the USA [1].One such method is the use of essential…

Opting for a hair transplant is a great route of treatment for certain forms of hair loss, including male pattern baldness and female pattern baldness.Hair transplants have gained a significant amount of popularity over the past few years, especially with…

Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is an extremely effective and popular solution to hair loss. Using established surgical techniques with a success rate of up to 98%, FUE has restored the confidence of millions of people around the world.While the results…

When your hair is healthy, you just know it — it feels thick, full, soft, and shiny.But it's not always easy to keep your hair healthy. According to a survey of women in the United States, 91% of people cause damage…

Finasteride is one of the most commonly prescribed hair loss treatments for men experiencing male pattern baldness (MPB). It stops your body from converting testosterone to DHT, the hormone responsible for androgenetic alopecia (the scientific name for male pattern baldness). However, the drug can have some…

Hair thinning may be something that naturally occurs with age, but that doesn't mean that it isn't disappointing the first time you notice your scalp peaking through your hair.Whether you are male or female, hair thinning is something that can…

While more research is needed, there is some evidence that you could effectively use scalp massagers for hair growth stimulation. That may be because they can improve blood flow to your hair roots, stretch your hair follicles to help you produce…

Few people are aware that thyroid hair loss can be extremely common. Studies show that alopecia is a symptom in approximately 50% of people who experience hyperthyroidism and 33% of those with hypothyroidism [2].If your hair is falling out due…

Whether you’re trying to grow out a bad haircut or keeping an eye out for potential hair loss, it can be annoying when it feels like your hair hasn’t grown as fast as you would have hoped.In general, an average…

Minoxidil is one of the most used hair loss treatments globally. Three-quarters of hair loss specialists recommend topical minoxidil to their patients, with more than half recommending it often or always [1]. However, you might be reluctant to follow this advice…

Post-Finasteride syndrome (PFS) is an emerging area of clinical concern. This condition is characterised by Finasteride side effects that continue even after you stop taking the drug.While there are plenty of anecdotal reports of persistent Finasteride symptoms, there’s currently limited…

Hair loss is a hugely distressing physical issue for men (and increasingly women). A YouGov America survey found that most 18-24 year olds -- male and female -- are "terrified" of going bald [1]. So what causes hair loss? And…

At present, Finasteride 1mg for hair loss is not available for patients through the National Health Service. Only Finasteride 5mg is available to NHS patients with a legitimate medical condition. However, these Finasteride tablets are prescribed for conditions such as an enlarged…

Minoxidil is an effective solution for several different types of hair loss, including male-pattern baldness, female-pattern hair loss, and alopecia areata. To get the best results, you need to use Minoxidil consistently over several months.It’s usually recommended that men use…

Hair loss is a natural part of ageing. But it can have a serious impact on individuals, contributing to mental health issues like anxiety and depression [1]. One study found that having alopecia areata can increase the risk of major…

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) hair treatment is a promising new treatment for hair loss. It involves harvesting regenerative cells from your blood and reinjecting them to areas of thinning hair to encourage regrowth and regeneration. Research shows encouraging results, but what is…

Dandruff is a common scalp problem that affects almost half of all adults [1]. It is more frequently encountered in men than women and younger people are more exposed to it than older ones [2]. In this condition, small pieces…

Oftentimes, we tend to associate higher-concentration medications with a more potent effect. And when it comes to hair loss treatments, most patients want to experience substantial hair growth as soon as possible, so some are tempted to try the strongest…

Forehead reduction surgery is a type of cosmetic procedure that involves lowering the hairline to make your forehead appear smaller. It’s also known as hairline lowering surgery, forehead lowering, hairline advancement, or foreheadplasty.A hairline transplant isn’t the same as a…

Scalp folliculitis, according to the NHS, is usually not serious, though it often causes pain, inflammation and itchiness. It is a common scalp problem that can occur in people of any age or gender, however some are more predisposed to…

Finasteride is one of just two approved treatments in the UK for tackling male pattern baldness. As a result, it’s used by thousands of men everyday to stave off baldness and maintain their hair. Finasteride results for a 57-year-old patient…

Male pattern baldness and other types of hair loss affect everyone — including the rich and famous. Just like the rest of us, dozens of celebrities eventually lose their hair, especially as they get older.Fortunately, going bald isn't a death knell for a…

If you have extensive hair loss, you might be wondering if you have enough hair on your scalp to perform a hair transplant. If you haven’t, body hair transplants offer an alternative way to tackle your scalp hair loss.Hair transplant…

When it comes to hair loss, there are two main treatments that most people have heard of before: Finasteride and Dutasteride.They are two very similar hair loss treatments, in that they both belong to a family of drugs known as…

In 2022, Finasteride costs between £12.20 and £73.00 per prescription. This depends on the dosage, pack size, pharmacy, and whether you opt for topical or oral Finasteride.In this guide, you’ll learn all about the cost of Finasteride for hair loss,…

If you’ve been using Minoxidil to slow down your hair loss and promote hair growth, you may be wondering if and when you can stop using Minoxidil.Minoxidil is designed for daily use, so most users must apply Minoxidil everyday to…

Our hair is so tightly connected with our self-image that up to 14% of women with cancer refuse chemotherapy for hair loss for fear of baldness alone [1]. That is why wigs for cancer patients who want them are not…