Hair Loss & Thinning
Hair loss can be distressing at any age and can affect both men and women. It may appear gradually as thinning hair, a receding hairline, or patchy bald spots, or develop suddenly due to autoimmune or medical conditions. Because the causes of hair loss are varied, accurate diagnosis is essential. At DermLab, our Dermatologists provide comprehensive assessment and treatment for all types of hair loss, including access to advanced therapies and hair transplantation.
Symptoms
Gradual thinning on the scalp or widening hair part
Receding hairline in men
Patchy bald spots(typical of alopecia areata)
Sudden hair shedding after illness or stress
Broken hairs or scarring with certain conditions
Types of Hair Loss We Treat
Androgenetic alopecia (male & female pattern hair loss) — the most common cause of thinning hair, driven by genetics and hormones
Alopecia areata — an autoimmune condition causing patchy hair loss, sometimes progressing to total scalp or body hair loss
Telogen effluvium — diffuse shedding triggered by stress, illness, medications, or nutritional deficiencies
Scarring alopecia — less common but serious conditions where inflammation destroys hair follicles permanently
Other causes — thyroid disease, iron deficiency, medications, or traction (tight hairstyles)
Treatment at DermLab
Prescription medications — including topical minoxidil and oral therapies such as finasteride or spironolactone (for selected patients)
Steroid injections — effective for alopecia areata patches
Systemic immunomodulatory treatments — for severe alopecia areata when appropriate
Hair transplant surgery — redistributes healthy hair follicles to thinning or bald areas for natural, permanent results
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy (if introduced later) — may support hair growth in early thinning
Lifestyle & nutritional support — screening for deficiencies, thyroid disease, and stress-related shedding
Camouflage & cosmetic options — guidance on hair fibres, scalp micropigmentation, and styling
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. Some causes (like telogen effluvium or alopecia areata) can fully recover. Others (like androgenetic alopecia) are progressive but can be slowed or reversed with treatment.
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Hair transplantation works best for patients with stable pattern hair loss. It is not suitable for all causes, such as active alopecia areata or scarring alopecia.
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Yes. Stress, illness, or major life events can trigger shedding (telogen effluvium), but this is often temporary with recovery over months.
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