Are you dealing with hair loss and thinking of pursuing treatment?
Whether it’s caused by genetics, stress, hormonal imbalance, or other external factors, the key is to consult with a specialist as soon as signs of hair loss appear. This will enable you to start treatment early and prevent further hair loss!
Today, we’re here to talk about everything you may need to know about hair loss and the various treatment options available for you here in Singapore.
Read on below!
What causes hair loss?
An average healthy person sheds about 50 to 100 strands of hair every day as part of the hair’s natural growth cycle. New strands then grow to replace these strands of hair that get shed.
When a person sheds more hair than usual and fewer strands grow back, it’s often a sign of a condition called alopecia, which is caused by genetics, internal factors, or external factors.
There are two common types of hair loss: androgenic alopecia and alopecia areata.
Androgenic alopecia is the most common type of hair loss caused by genetics, affecting both men and women. It’s also known as male-pattern and female-pattern hair loss.
Meanwhile, alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition that attacks the immune system’s healthy tissues (including hair follicles), causing hair to fall out and preventing new ones from growing.
The majority of people who seek hair loss treatment in Singapore suffer from either of these conditions.
What are the signs of hair loss?
Hair loss can manifest in different ways, depending on what’s causing it. Some of the common signs and symptoms of alopecia include:
- Gradual thinning of hair – receding hairline in men and thinning of hair all over the scalp in women.
- Excessive shedding of hair – handfuls of hair may fall out even when gently washing or combing the hair.
- Bald spots – circular or patchy spots on the scalp, beard, or any part of the body where hair grows.
Types of hair loss treatments in Singapore
Hair loss treatment in Singapore varies depending on what’s causing the hair to thin out and shed excessively. The right treatment can help to reverse hair loss altogether, or at least slow down its process.
The first step in hair loss treatment is diagnosing the cause of hair loss and/or thinning and then working out a treatment plan that addresses the underlying cause. This often includes taking medications or undergoing aesthetic procedures.
Medications
Medications for hair loss are available over the counter (OTC), usually in the form of creams and shampoos, or by prescription. Minoxidil, zinc, collagen, biotin, and azelaic acid are common ingredients in these OTC medications, all of which have properties that boost hair growth.
If OTC medications aren’t working, prescription medicines such as Finasteride and Corticosteroids may be explored.
Finasteride is a prescription drug taken daily as a pill to address hair loss approved in Singapore. Many men dealing with male-pattern baldness have experienced hair regrowth after months of taking this medication.
Meanwhile, corticosteroids are used to reduce inflammation and overactive immune system symptoms, including sudden and extensive hair loss.
Aesthetic procedures
When it comes to aesthetic procedures, hair transplant and plasma therapy are the most popular treatment options for hair loss in men and women.
During a hair transplant, a part of the head with healthy, growing hair is removed and transplanted into a bald spot to promote hair growth. It may require up to 3 or 4 sessions to achieve the desired full head of hair.
Meanwhile, plasma therapy for hair loss involves drawing blood from the arm and spinning it in a centrifuge to separate the plasma and platelets. It’s typically used to speed up the body’s healing process after surgery, but has also been found to help stimulate hair growth.
If you’re experiencing hair loss and want to consider treatment options, get in touch with M-Aesthetic Clinic for a comprehensive consultation. Call to book an appointment today.
SOURCES:
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/70956
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/8307-hair-loss-treatments
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hair-loss/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20372932
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