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Hair Follicle Therapy.
Start with your scalp.

Noticing more shedding or less hair density? A hair and scalp assessment helps you understand the cause and discuss a suitable care plan.

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Illustrative consultation scene: a dermatologist discusses a patient's hair and scalp.
THE BASICS

Understanding your hair follicles.

A hair follicle sits within the skin, with a hair shaft growing above the scalp surface.

Each hair grows from a follicle beneath the scalp. Hair follicles go through a cycle of growth, rest and shedding. Changes in that cycle can affect how much hair you shed.

Gradual thinning, sudden shedding and hair breakage can have different causes. Your scalp, health history and the pattern of change help a dermatologist decide what care you need.

A treatment plan should explain the exact method, why it suits your diagnosis and how progress will be reviewed.

YOUR HAIR AND SCALP

What have you noticed?

01

Gradual thinning

A wider part, a thinning crown or a receding hairline may develop slowly. Take note of the areas changing and how long it has been happening.

02

More shedding

Illness, major stress, childbirth and other health changes can be followed by increased shedding. Tell your doctor about recent changes.

03

Scalp discomfort

Itching, soreness, scale or patches of hair loss need examination. Care for a scalp condition may be different from treatment for pattern thinning.

YOUR CONSULTATION

Start with a hair assessment.

STEP 01

Bring your hair history

  • Tell us what changed

    Note when shedding or thinning began, where you notice it and any scalp discomfort. Older photographs can help show the change.

  • Bring your medicine list

    Include prescribed medicines, supplements and previous hair treatments. Keep taking prescribed medicines unless your prescriber advises otherwise.

A calendar and photographs to record changes in the hair.
STEP 02

Find the cause

  • Examine the hair and scalp

    Your dermatologist checks the pattern of loss and looks for inflammation, breakage or scarring. Further tests are suggested when the findings call for them.

  • Compare suitable options

    Discuss the proposed treatment, its evidence, possible side effects and alternatives. Your diagnosis guides the plan.

A close examination of the scalp with a magnifying lens.
STEP 03

Know what happens next

  • Get clear instructions

    Your plan should explain how to use any prescribed treatment, how to care for your scalp and who to contact if you have a problem.

  • Set a review date

    Agree how progress will be assessed. Comparable photographs and scalp checks can help your doctor decide whether to continue or change treatment.

A written care plan and review checklist.
EXPLORE HAIR CARE

Care matched to the cause.

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FAQs

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01Is every type of hair fall treated in the same way?

No. Pattern thinning, temporary shedding, hair breakage and scalp diseases need different approaches. An examination helps identify the cause before a treatment is chosen.

02Does HFT always involve the same procedure?

The treatment name alone does not tell you which method or product will be used. Before starting, ask your dermatologist to explain the exact plan, expected benefits, possible risks and alternatives.

03Will I need blood tests?

Not everyone needs tests. Your dermatologist may recommend them if your history or examination suggests a medical cause that needs investigating.

04Can I combine this with another hair treatment?

Tell your dermatologist about everything you already use, including medicines, supplements and clinic treatments. A combined plan should have a clear reason for each part.

05How soon should I have my hair checked?

Book an assessment for persistent or progressive hair loss. Sudden patches, pain, redness or a scarring appearance deserve prompt attention.

06Should I stop my current hair products before a consultation?

Bring the names or photographs of the products you use. Your clinic can tell you how to prepare for the examination; do not stop prescribed treatment without advice.

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Tell us what has changed. We’ll help you arrange a hair and scalp assessment.

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