How successful is hair transplant for androgenetic alopecia?

Question

Hello doctor,

I recently had an appointment with a hair transplant doctor and they suggested that I needed 3000 to 3500 follicular units (8000 follicles). I have attached the pictures of my hair loss, is this overkill? I am afraid of running out of the donor area. Please help.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

It is androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness). It is a genetic, sex hormone imbalance disorder. There is a shortening of the hair growth cycle and a delay in new hair growth (increase in dihydrotestosterone-DHT). Causes in your case can be hormonal imbalance, insufficient protein intake, iron deficiency, hair procedures, rough handling, stress, and drug-related. Treatment includes the use of Minoxidil 5 percent lotion 1 ml at night for 30 days (on hair thinning area). It slows hair loss and grows new hair. Use Nizoral Shampoo twice weekly for six weeks. Take laser therapy (low-level laser therapy) to stimulate the growth of the follicle. A hair transplant is the last modality of treatment. Eat oranges, avocado, carrot, yogurt, sweet potato, salmon, spinach (vitamin A, folate, iron), green leafy vegetables, eggs, and chicken. Drink a lot of water and green tea. Avoid caffeine, tea, soda, and smoking (if any). Eliminate and manage stress. Do a scalp massage using aloe vera gel, and onion juice extract as a home remedy. Try this before thinking of a hair transplant. I hope this helps you.

Thank you.