Hair Loss

Hair is our natural crowning glory. It is particularly striking and plays a vital role in our overall appearance. Healthy hair symbolises vitality and wellbeing, while a full head of hair is synonymous with youth.

The condition, colour, and texture of our hair are fundamentally determined by genetics. We therefore have no influence over whether our hair is blonde or brown, thick or fine. Added to this, the structure of hair changes over time as a natural part of ageing. Hair turns grey as pigmentation diminishes, and it gradually becomes thinner and finer.
Hair loss
, also known as
alopecia
, is entirely normal as long as only around 100 hairs per day are lost when brushing or combing. It is only when hair loss exceeds this that it is considered pathological. In Germany alone, twelve million people are affected.

The causes of hair loss differ considerably between women and men. In both cases, hair loss can be treated very effectively with
PRP
therapy
to "awaken dormant hair follicles" and stimulate hair growth. In cases of more advanced hair loss, a
hair transplant
may be a worthwhile option for restoring a full head of hair.

If you are experiencing age-related or genetically determined hair loss, thinning hair, or troublesome receding temples, the option of a
hair transplant in Düsseldorf
with
Dr. Karl Schuhmann
can help you regain a full head of hair.

Hair loss in men also has a wide variety of causes. In 80% of cases, male hair loss is genetically determined. However, in order to identify the most appropriate treatment approach, it is important to establish an accurate diagnosis of the underlying cause. Stress, nutritional deficiencies, or infectious diseases can also contribute to hair loss, as can hormonal changes. The progression of hereditary hair loss follows a similar pattern in many men, which is why it proved useful to classify the course of hair loss into defined stages. Causes of hair loss in men:

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  hereditary hair loss (androgenetic alopecia)
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  hormonally induced hair loss
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  hair loss following COVID-19
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  hair loss associated with illness, e.g. autoimmune conditions or thyroid disease, hair loss following radiotherapy

As early as 1951, the physician J.B. Hamilton developed a classification system to categorise male hair loss into distinct stages. This classification enabled comparisons to be made regarding the status, progression, and degree of hair loss among those affected. Norwood revisited this framework in 1975 and introduced several modifications and extensions to the classification system.

The
Hamilton–Norwood scale
identifies seven hair loss patterns (I–VII). This system does not account for individual hair loss patterns or mixed forms of hair loss. The scale provides a clear and differentiated illustration of the possible presentations and progression of hereditary hair loss in male patients. As the majority of men suffer from genetically determined hair loss – also known as androgenetic alopecia – we will explain the Hamilton–Norwood scale in more detail below.

In 80% of cases, hair loss in men is genetically determined. However, in order to select the most appropriate treatment approach, it is important to establish an accurate diagnosis of the underlying cause. Stress, nutritional deficiencies, or infectious diseases can also be contributing factors, as can hormonal changes. All of these factors must be thoroughly assessed prior to treatment. In cases of stress-related or hormonally induced hair loss, topical creams may help to counteract hair loss to some extent.

A further treatment that I perform with great success for hair loss is
PRP
therapy
. This autologous blood therapy stimulates the hair follicles and promotes hair growth. In cases of genetic hair loss – also known as androgenetic alopecia – this is not a sufficient treatment on its own to prevent baldness. As a result, most patients eventually reach a point where they must decide between accepting a shaved head, wearing a hairpiece, or considering a hair transplant. A
hair transplant
using the patient's own hair remains the gold standard for restoring a full head of hair.

Autologous Blood Therapy Hair Loss Before-and-After Images
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40213 Düsseldorf
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