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Alopecia areata and pattern hair loss
Medical treatment for patchy hair loss (alopecia areata) and pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) in men and women.
DiagnosisTrichoscopy
TreatmentInjections, lotions, tablets
First results3 to 6 months
KeyStart early
Two common types of hair loss
Alopecia areata causes round, smooth bald patches, sometimes in the beard or eyebrows. It happens when the immune system targets hair follicles. The follicles usually stay alive, so hair can regrow.
Androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss) causes gradual thinning: a receding hairline or crown thinning in men, and widening of the parting in women. It is influenced by genes and hormones.
How they are treated
Treatment depends on the type, extent and how long the hair loss has been present.
- Alopecia areata: injections into patches, creams, and tablets for extensive hair loss
- Pattern hair loss: medical treatment with lotions or tablets suited to men or women
- Supportive therapies: PRP or GFC for suitable patients
- Surgery: hair transplant for stable pattern hair loss
When to see a dermatologist
Consider an appointment if…
- you notice round bald patches
- your hairline or crown is thinning
- your parting is widening
- hair loss is affecting your confidence
Good to know
- early treatment usually gives better results
- results take several months to show
- pattern hair loss needs ongoing treatment to maintain
What to expect
1
Before
Note when the hair loss started and any recent illness or stress.
2
On the day
A scalp examination with trichoscopy, and blood tests if needed.
3
Afterwards
A treatment plan with realistic expectations.
4
Results
New growth usually takes 3 to 6 months to become visible.
Treatment by Dr. Omkar Warang, DNB
Dr. Warang is a DNB dermatologist who trained at Madras Medical College and GMERS Medical College. He assesses your skin and the cause of your concern before recommending treatment, so the plan suits you.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
More questions? Ask the clinic on WhatsApp.
Will my hair grow back with alopecia areata?
In many people it does, especially when patches are few. Treatment can speed up regrowth, though patches can recur.
Can pattern hair loss be stopped?
It can usually be slowed and often partly reversed with treatment, which needs to be continued to keep the benefit.
Do women get pattern hair loss?
Yes. In women it usually shows as thinning over the top and a widening parting rather than bald patches.
Is a hair transplant an option?
For stable pattern hair loss with good donor hair, yes. It is not used for active alopecia areata.
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Get your hair loss diagnosed
Knowing the type of hair loss is the first step to the right treatment.
Visit Warang Wellness
- Monday–Saturday · 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- 4th Floor, Parth Business Plaza, near Valnai Mithchowki Metro Station, Malad (West), Mumbai - 400064
- 90032 89132
- warangomkar@gmail.com
This page provides general information and is not a substitute for a medical consultation. Suitability, risks and results vary between individuals and are discussed during your consultation with Dr. Omkar Warang.