Hair Loss Treatment for Men

These are some of the conditions affecting some of our patients. If you are unsure whether you are experiencing any of these, get in touch with Dr Bonaros for a diagnosis and men’s hair restoration treatment plan tailored to you.

• Androgenetic Alopecia

Otherwise known as male pattern baldness, this hair loss type affects millions worldwide and is the most common reason for thinning hair.

Androgenetic alopecia in men presents as the typical receding hairline pattern and is accompanied by hair loss from the top and front of the head.

• Alopecia Areata

This common autoimmune disorder leads to unpredictable and patchy hair loss. In most cases, bald patches form when small quarter-size areas of hair fall out at a time.

While alopecia areata may start as just one bald spot or a few patches at the beginning, alopecia areata can ultimately affect wider areas of the scalp.

• Cicatricial (Scarring) Alopecia

This is a type of hair loss that is accompanied by scarring. It’s often the result of a group of disorders that destroy hair follicles and replace them with scar tissue.

This condition can either develop gradually and go unnoticed for long periods or progress rapidly while accompanied by scalp irritation such as itching, burning and pain.

• Involutional Alopecia

This genetic condition develops when men start experiencing thinning hair as they age and is usually accompanied by a family history of male pattern baldness. As more hair follicles enter the resting phase, the remaining hair becomes shorter, and hair density is reduced.

• Traction Alopecia

Traction alopecia is caused by ongoing strain on hair follicles, often due to certain hairstyles, braiding, or dreadlocks. This tension can pull out hair, harm the follicles, and inhibit new hair growth. If addressed early, hair regrowth is often possible by avoiding tight hairstyles.

• Telogen Effluvium

Telogen effluvium commonly causes only temporary hair loss and is caused by various factors, including surgery, weight loss and iron deficiency. Unlike male pattern baldness, you can permanently reverse it by addressing the cause.

Yes, our hair is affected by various factors in our lives, such as:

Hormonal Imbalances

Excess androgens (male sex hormones) contribute to male pattern baldness. This is related to an increase in an androgen called dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT binds to hair follicles and stops hair growth, and it may also decrease the life span of a hair follicle overall.

Thyroid Problems

Both hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid) and hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid) cause hormonal imbalance, which results in hair loss or hair thinning.

Thyroid-related autoimmune diseases, such as Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, can also limit new hair from growing.

Scalp Infection

Many scalp conditions and infections can cause hair loss. These include:

• Folliculitis
• Ringworm
• Piedra
• Seborrheic dermatitis
• Scalp psoriasis

Certain Medications

A number of medications can cause drug-induced hair loss as a side effect or allergic reaction.

Some medications that can potentially make men lose hair include blood-thinning medications, beta and calcium channel blockers, anti-inflammatories, and drugs for depression.

Trichotillomania

This condition is also known as hair-pulling disorder and is thought to be closely related to obsessive-compulsive disorder and other types of anxiety disorders.

It is characterised by urges to compulsively pull out hair from the scalp area, eyebrows, eyelashes and other areas of the body, which is often accompanied by a sense of relief or pleasure.

Nutrient Deficiencies

Deficiencies in certain vitamins and minerals can lead to hair loss and reduced hair growth. These compounds usually aid in the growth cycle and cellular turnover.

Insufficient protein, vitamin D, biotin, collagen, zinc and iron are deficiencies that can cause hair loss.

Physical Trauma and Stress

When your body is under severe physical stress, the natural growth phase cycle of hair growth can be disrupted, leading to hair loss.

A shock to the system — such as a severe accident, surgery, or serious illness — can also shock the hair follicles and cause hair loss that may occur even months after the stressful event.

No, not every type of hair loss can be treated, but there are still treatment options that can reverse the hair loss or at least slow down further hair loss.

In your consultation with Dr Bonaros, he will assess your unique situation. This includes a medical review as well as scalp and physical exams. He can then suggest a treatment to reduce hair loss that is best suited to you.

Hair transplantations for men do rebuild thinning areas but do not stop future hair loss in other areas.

Transplanted hair will grow permanently and consistently, but there’s always the chance that you will continue losing your native or non-transplanted hair. To address this, non-surgical treatments like minoxidil and finasteride can help maintain and support overall hair density. 

These options should be considered as a starting point or in conjunction with men’s hair transplant surgery to treat hair loss. Most patients can see their final cosmetic results after a few months.

The FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) is a surgical procedure that doesn’t require sutures. Hair follicles are harvested one by one under local anaesthesia and implanted into bald spots on the crown, middle of scalp or hairline, or on other parts of the face or body.

The FUE procedure extracts healthy hair follicles manually or with a motorised punch from the donor area. This donor area is usually located on the back and sides of the head, where the hair is genetically more resistant to male pattern baldness.

Yes, FUE’s natural-looking results are one reason it has become one of the more popular surgical hair loss treatments.

Since there is minimal, virtually invisible scarring, you can wear your hair in various styles after your treatment — including shorter cuts. Unlike other surgical treatment options, where there is a clearly distinguishable donor scar, FUE subtly subtracts follicles so the tiny scar dots are imperceptible.

If you’re interested in a men’s hair transplant in the UK, you may have noticed that there is no set men’s hair transplant cost. This is because the pricing is generally based on the number of grafts needed for each individual patient, and every situation is unique.

Hair Transplant Cost in Glasgow

Beware of clinics that offer discounts based on volume or perform more than one procedure at a time. This can potentially lead to you having work done by poorly trained technicians. At our Glasgow clinic, our hair transplant procedures are performed by Dr Bonaros himself, so you can rest assured that you will be in good hands.

Request a personalised quote with an estimated male hair transplant cost using our Online Assessment Form. We also offer financing options so you don’t have to wait for a fabled ‘someday’ to regain your confidence.

If you are not a good candidate for male hair transplant surgery or you’re not quite ready to take this step, we also offer different treatments to stimulate hair growth that are non-invasive. 

These include: 

• Medication prescriptions, such as minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride
• Platelet-rich plasma.

Ultimately, the best hair loss treatment for men will differ from patient to patient. Book a consultation with Dr Bonaros for a personalised treatment plan.