Hair has no essential part in the day-to-day functioning of our body but it plays a vital role in our appearance. Hair’s mere function to man is psychological but it is immeasurable. Alopecia and thinning hair is a common ailment people face; there is typically a well-known pattern for hair loss which can help a qualified person to establish that you are indeed losing your hair. Alopecia Treatment in Mumbai can help an individual regain their hair growth.

Causes Of Hair Loss

Telogen effluvium

Excessive shedding of hair is called telogen effluvium. It starts 2 to 4 months after a triggering episode (fever, pregnancy, surgery etc) and lasts for 3-5 weeks. At height of shedding up to 34-53% of hair can be lost.

Nutritional and Metabolic

Various deficiencies like Iron, Vitamin D3 or B12 can precipitate the severe hair loss. Co-morbidities like diabetes or autoimmune diseases can worsen existing hair loss.

Hormonal Disorders

High levels of the male hormone, milk hormone or disturbed hormonal harmony eg. PCOD can trigger and aggravate hair loss of various types.

Cosmetic

Hair colouring- cuticle breakage, dry hair
Hair waving / perming
Straightening
Bonding and rebonding

Scalp Infections

Fungal or bacterial infections of the scalp can cause hair loss.

Understanding Alopecia And Its Types

Alopecia is a typical autoimmune disease, that causes hair loss on the scalp, face and sometimes on different parts of the body. In the very early stages of Alopecia, however, the subtle signs may be missed by one leading to progressive and gradual thinning of hair which may be noticed only after significant skin surface is visible between hairs. Most women may see this as widening of the parting made between hairs.

Androgenic alopecia

Changes occur in genetically prone hair roots following exposure to male hormones at puberty, eventual thick hair are progressively transformed to thin called a miniaturisation process leading to male pattern hair loss. Visibly seen as a recession of the frontal hairline, thinning of top hair, and finally progressing to complete loss at the front and top of the scalp. The onset, rate and endpoint of hair loss are genetically variable and its severity increases with age. This happens in women too.

Three main patterns have been identified. There is a diffuse crown thinning, the recession of hair from the angles/ sides, and diffuse thinning of the back head area. In general, women maintain a frontal hairline even with marked patterned loss and widening of partition. Renewderm offers androgenic alopecia treatment in Mumbai prescribed by our board-certified dermatologist.

Chronic diffuse alopecia

Long-standing hair loss due to various reasons leads to significant thinning and reduction in hair density.

Traction Alopecia

Repeatedly pulling your hair can cause traction alopecia. You can find yourself in this situation if you often wear your hair in a high tight ponytail, braids, or buns and especially if you use heating tools or chemicals on your hair.

Alopecia Areata

Patchy hair loss is characterised by asymptomatic, reversible hair loss involving scalp and /or body hair. Seen more commonly in children and can be recovered completely with timely treatment and interventions.

Types of Alopecia Areata

There are 3 common kinds of Alopecia Areata

Alopecia Areata Patchy — It causes coin-sized hairless patches to be formed on the scalp and/or other areas of the body. It is the most common type of Alopecia Areata.

Alopecia Totalis — This condition causes the total loss of the hair on the scalp.

Alopecia Universalis — Absolute loss of hair on the scalp, body and face.

Alopecia Treatments in Mumbai at Renewderm

We, at Renewderm centre, provide Hair loss and Alopecia treatment in Mumbai. Most types of alopecias are amenable to treatment. Simple hair loss without any underlying problems can often be controlled using cyclical or non-cyclical nutritional supplements containing vitamins and trace elements along with topical minoxidil-based products and bio-mimetic peptides for hair growth.

Alopecia areata treatment in Mumbai and hair fall treatment may require some form of medication that modifies the immune system to prevent attacks on the hair follicles and prevent the spread of the patches. Topical or oral corticosteroids may be needed to bring back lost hair in the patches depending on the activity of the disease.

Alopecia treatment in men and women as well as hair loss due to hormonal imbalances require active treatment for about 6-9 months after which long-term maintenance may be needed.

Androgenic alopecia treatment entails both medications and procedures to bring back active hair growth. Cosmetic hair loss can be reversed by proper hair care methods and refraining from chemical or heat treatments on the hair. Scalp infections if treated promptly can prevent and reverse hair loss in most cases.

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) contains growth factors which provide extra nutrients and fertilizer to the hair to help the hair grow thicker and denser. Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) hair treatment and progenitor cell treatment (active regenera) also increase the blood flow to the scalp and promotes healing of damaged scalp which can further result in a boost of hair growth.

FAQs on Alopecia Treatment in Mumbai

What is a good treatment for alopecia/ hair loss?

The best-suited treatment for alopecia or hair loss widely depends on the severity of your condition as well as your medical history and hair type. It is highly advised to consult a dermatologist and yourself thoroughly diagnosed by them before beginning any kind of treatment or medication.

Can alopecia/ hair loss be cured permanently?

Depending on the type of alopecia, the remission may be permanent or may require some form of maintenance treatment.

How long can alopecia/ hair loss last?

Some types of alopecia are relatively short-lasting for up to 2-3 months. Some types of alopecia can be long-lasting and progressive, especially when associated with underlying internal causes.

Are hair loss treatments safe?

Yes, hair growth treatments in Mumbai are safe and effective if done by a board-certified dermatologist in Mumbai.

Can hair loss be natural?

Yes, it is normal to lose up to 100 hair per day as a part of the cyclical natural shedding of hair. Even though this might be a shocking number but our scalps have around 1,00,000 to 1,50,000 hair follicles on them so losing this many barely makes a difference.

Tips On Hair Care

Cleansing should be minimum
The frequency of cleansing depends on hair type, climate and lifestyle
Choose shampoo according to hair type
Minimum trauma while drying/styling
Do not comb wet hair
Use a wide-toothed comb
Dry the hair naturally, if a hair dryer is used, hold 6 inches away from the scalp
Avoid tight bands, and buns clips to prevent traction alopecia
Avoid colouring/straightening/waving if possible

But if you happen to undertake any of these, staying out of the sun, wearing a hat when out and employing UV blocking products will help blunt the colour-sapping effects of ultraviolet rays. If you swim in chlorinated water, wear a cap to keep your locks out of harm’s way.

Remember, hair gets roughed up during processing. Regularly apply a rich conditioner to combat the dryness and to help flatten the cuticle, so light can best reflect off of each strand.
Diet rich in proteins, minerals and vitamins help to keep the hair healthy

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