Who is a Hair Fall Doctor?
A Hair Fall Doctor, also called a Trichologist or Dermatologist, is a medical expert trained to diagnose and treat hair and scalp problems like:
- Excessive hair fall
- Thinning hair or bald patches
- Dandruff and itchy scalp
- Alopecia (autoimmune hair loss)
- Post-pregnancy or hormonal hair loss
- Hair fall due to stress, illness, or nutritional deficiencies
They offer both medical and cosmetic solutions to restore healthy, thick hair.
Common Hair Fall Conditions Treated:
| Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Telogen Effluvium | Sudden hair fall due to stress/illness |
| Androgenetic Alopecia | Male or female pattern baldness |
| Alopecia Areata | Round bald patches from autoimmunity |
| Traction Alopecia | Hair loss from tight hairstyles or pulling |
| Postpartum Hair Loss | Hair fall after pregnancy or breastfeeding |
| Fungal Infections | Scalp issues causing itching and shedding |
Treatments Offered by Hair Fall Doctors:
Medical Evaluation
- Scalp and hair analysis using a dermascope
- Blood tests (thyroid, iron, vitamin D, B12, etc.)
Topical Treatments
- Minoxidil-based solutions to stimulate regrowth
- Anti-dandruff shampoos and serums
- Hair-strengthening serums with peptides or biotin
Oral Medications & Supplements
- Hair vitamins (biotin, zinc, amino acids)
- Prescription medicines for hormonal or genetic hair loss
- Antifungals or antibiotics if infection is present
In-Clinic Advanced Therapies
- PRP Therapy (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
- GFC Treatment (Growth Factor Concentrate)
- Mesotherapy
- Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)
- Hair Transplant (if advanced stage)
When to Visit a Hair Fall Doctor?
- Losing more than 100 hairs per day
- Visible scalp or bald patches
- Thinning of ponytail or hairline
- Sudden hair loss after illness, COVID, or pregnancy
- Family history of baldness
