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Androgenetic Alopecia, commonly known as male or female pattern hair loss, is a genetic condition that leads to gradual hair thinning and loss. It affects both men and women, typically starting after puberty and progressing over time.
This condition occurs due to a genetic sensitivity to androgens (male hormones), particularly dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which causes hair follicles to shrink (a process known as follicular miniaturisation). Over time, affected follicles produce thinner, weaker hairs until they stop growing altogether.
Although Androgenetic Alopecia is not a medical health risk, it can significantly impact self-esteem and confidence. Early intervention with medical and procedural treatments can help slow, stop, or even partially reverse hair loss.
Androgenetic Alopecia at a glance
✔ Male Pattern Hair Loss – Typically begins with a receding hairline and thinning at the crown, progressing to baldness in advanced stages.
✔ Female Pattern Hair Loss – Causes diffuse thinning across the scalp, especially at the crown and part line, but usually preserves the frontal hairline.
✔ Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia – Hair loss starting in the late teens or early twenties, often progressing more rapidly.
✔ Post-Menopausal Hair Loss – Hormonal changes can accelerate hair thinning in women after menopause.
✔ Diffuse Pattern Hair Loss – Less common but presents as even thinning across the entire scalp, rather than distinct patches.
✔ Genetics – A family history of pattern baldness increases the likelihood of developing the condition.
✔ Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) Sensitivity – A byproduct of testosterone that shrinks hair follicles over time.
✔ Ageing – Hair loss progresses with age, particularly in men over 40 and women after menopause.
✔ Hormonal Imbalances – Conditions like PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome), menopause, or thyroid disorders can accelerate hair loss.
✔ Chronic Stress – Long-term stress can exacerbate hair shedding and trigger premature thinning.
✔ Nutritional Deficiencies – Low iron, vitamin D, and biotin levels may contribute to increased shedding.
✔ Certain Medications – Some hormonal treatments, steroids, and blood pressure medications may worsen hair loss.
✔ Topical Minoxidil (Hair Growth Foam or Solution) – Stimulates hair regrowth by increasing blood flow to hair follicles.
✔ Oral Medications (Finasteride & Dutasteride) – Block DHT to slow or stop hair loss in men.
✔ Anti-Androgen Therapy (Spironolactone) – Used in women with hormonal hair loss to reduce DHT effects.
✔ Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy – Uses growth factors from your own blood to stimulate dormant hair follicles.
✔ Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) – Reduces inflammation and promotes hair regrowth through light stimulation.
✔ Hair Transplant Surgery – Involves moving healthy follicles to thinning areas for permanent restoration.
✔ Nutritional Support & Scalp Health Treatments – Supplements and professional-grade haircare to improve scalp condition.
Treatments We offer for Androgenetic Alopecia
including anti-androgen therapies, oral minoxidil, and immunomodulators.
Injections of anti-androgen medications to arrest hair follicle miniturisation
Frequently Asked Questions
Androgenetic Alopecia is caused by a genetic sensitivity to DHT, which gradually shrinks hair follicles and reduces hair growth over time.
While it cannot be completely reversed, early intervention with medications, PRP, and laser therapy can slow or stop hair loss and encourage partial regrowth.
It can begin as early as the late teens or early 20s in men, while women typically notice thinning in their 30s or after menopause.
Yes, chronic stress can exacerbate shedding and accelerate hair thinning, but it is not the primary cause of Androgenetic Alopecia.
Minoxidil is clinically proven to slow hair loss and promote regrowth, but results vary and require continuous use to maintain benefits.
Finasteride is not typically recommended for women, but spironolactone can be used as an alternative for hormone-related hair loss.
No, Androgenetic Alopecia only affects scalp hair, as body hair is not sensitive to DHT in the same way.
Androgenetic Alopecia is gradual and progressive, while Telogen Effluvium is a temporary increase in shedding due to stress, illness, or deficiencies.
A balanced diet with iron, protein, biotin, and vitamin D supports healthy hair, but cannot completely stop genetic hair loss.
PRP Therapy injects growth factors into the scalp to stimulate dormant hair follicles and improve density.
Mild cases may improve with lifestyle changes and treatments, but significant regrowth requires medical intervention.
Most treatments take 3–6 months to show visible improvement, with full benefits seen after 12 months.
Yes, Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) has been shown to stimulate follicles and slow hair loss, but must be used consistently.
Hair transplants are effective for permanent restoration, but are best for patients with stable hair loss.
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