HAIR FALLS

Hair loss is a common condition that can be frightening and affect a person's self-confidence. Whether temporary or permanent, hair loss can be a stressful and unpleasant experience. Fortunately, professional help is available to deal with this problem.

At Akacia Medical, there are several ways to get help with hair loss. We offer different treatment options, ranging from medication to hair transplants, to help improve hair growth and prevent further hair loss.

THERE ARE DIFFERENT TYPES OF HAIR LOSS

Temporary hair loss is usually caused by a period of stress, which can overload the body and can affect hair growth. This can occur in both men and women and usually the hair returns over time as the body returns to a normal level of stress. Other factors that can lead to temporary hair loss include illness, medication, pregnancy and weight loss.

Hereditary hair loss, also called Androgenetic Alopecia, is another type of hair loss that is genetic and more common in men than in women. In male pattern hair loss, it is usually the front hairline that is affected first and can then progress backwards over the head. In women, there is usually more diffuse hair loss that is more evenly distributed over the scalp. Both male and female hereditary hair loss is usually a gradual process that takes place over a long period of time.

HEREDITARY HAIR LOSS

Men and women both have androgenic hormones. Some of these are testosterone (DHT), androstenedione and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). These hormones are secreted from the testes and adrenal glands in men and, in smaller amounts, from the ovaries and adrenal glands in women.

Long-term secretion of DHT causes hair follicles that normally produce fine, healthy hairs to produce thinner, shorter and more brittle hairs over time. Then, in many cases, they stop producing hair altogether.

COMMON CAUSES OF HAIR LOSS

• Androgenic alopecia
• Hereditary hair loss
• Thyroid problems and hormone disorders
• Disease, malnutrition, trauma and prolonged stress
• Mechanical impact such as perming, colouring and tight ponytails
• Medicines such as contraceptive pills, antidepressants, etc.
• vitamin deficiency

Thinning hair over the years is common and part of the ageing process, but it can be distressing for many people. To stop hair loss in time, it is important to pay attention to whether your hair is changing. At Akacia Medical we can help people of all ages with hair loss, both men and women.

MALE PATTERN BALDNESS

Male pattern hair loss, also known as androgenic alopecia, is usually hereditary and affects about half of all men aged 50 and over. Hair loss can start as early as adolescence and is usually a gradual process affecting the hairline and the top of the head.

It is interesting to note that the hair on the back of the head and the hair above the ears are usually not affected by male pattern baldness because the hair follicles in these areas are not sensitive to DHT (dihydrotestosterone). DHT is a hormone that is one of the main causes of male pattern baldness, and it affects the sensitive hair follicles on the top of the head.

If a man seeks help for hair loss, a transplant may be an option. Hair follicles are taken from areas that are not affected by hair loss, such as the back of the head and the hair above the ears, and transplanted to the areas that have thinning or no hair at all.

However, if a man has uniform hair follicles or if hair loss occurs suddenly, it may be due to something other than heredity. It is important to get a professional diagnosis to determine the cause of the hair loss and the most appropriate treatment.

FEMALE HAIR LOSS

Female hair loss can have several causes, such as hormonal disorders, thyroid problems, illness, malnutrition and stress. In addition, the use of certain drugs and chemicals in hair care products can also cause hair loss in women. Another common cause of female hair loss is alopecia areata, an autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system attacks the hair follicles.

common causes of female hair loss

• Mechanical impact
• Thyroid problems
• Side effects of medicines
• Nutritional deficiency
• Iron deficiency
• Hormonal changes
• Androgenic alopecia
• Hormonal imbalance
• Strict diet
• PCOS
• Stress

ARTICLE IN AFTONBLADET WOMAN: WHY YOU LOSE YOUR HAIR - AND HOW TO GET IT BACK!

Sofie Jansson, 45, first noticed she was losing hair in her early 30s. Over ten years, her hair slowly but surely thinned out. Today, she has regained some of her former fullness with a unique method - "You get stressed when you lose your hair and don't know what to do, I think it's even more difficult for women than men to lose their hair," says Sofie Jansson. Read more

LOSING HAIR - WHAT IS NORMAL?

It can be difficult to judge if you are losing an unusual amount of hair. Normally, we humans lose on average about 40-100 hairs every day. The reason why we lose hair is mainly because all our hairs have a growth period of about 6 years, rest for 1-3 months and then fall out. The old hair is then rejected by the body and a new one emerges. Please contact us for an assessment of your hair quality. Maybe it's time to try a hair treatment with us?

SUDDEN HAIR LOSS FOLLOWING PHYSICAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL STRESS

Sudden hair loss, also known as Telogen effluvium in Latin, is a condition in which an abnormal number of hair follicles enter a resting phase, causing hair to fall out earlier than usual. This condition can occur due to various stresses in life. It can be difficult to understand the cause of hair loss as the trigger can be months ago. Therefore, it can be useful to reflect on what your life was like 3-4 months ago. Stress can be one of the explanations for hair loss and that stress can be either physical or psychological.

Hair loss caused by physical or mental stress can occur after a severe infection, rapid weight loss, childbirth, nutritional deficiencies, medication or hormones. Hair loss is usually localised and can last up to six months. Some people may find that they lose large clumps of hair when they run their hands through their hair, or that their hair falls out more easily in the shower and the floor drain may be full of hair. If you are losing more than 150 hairs a day over a long period of time, you should seek help as it could be a sign of an underlying disease or a side effect of medication. Hair loss can also occur due to an ongoing infection or high fever.

Read more about hair diseases here.

CLEAR SIGNS THAT YOU ARE LOSING HAIR

You notice that you lose a lot of hair in the shower. It is visibly noticeable that the ponytail is thinner. You start to look at your scalp as the hair is sparse. There is an unusual amount of hair in your home, for example on your pillow when you wake up.

DIAGNOSING HAIR LOSS

If you are experiencing problems with hair loss, it may be time to seek help. With us at Acacia Medical, you will be treated with respect for your problems. An underlying disease can be a reason why you are losing hair. To get to the bottom of the problem and find the cause, a professional examination is sometimes required. During the examination at our clinic, samples are taken and in some cases also a hormonal examination. Based on the diagnosis, you can then receive an appropriate treatment that best suits your problem. Our team is very experienced and has many years of experience in treating hair loss of various kinds. Acacia Medical does everything we can to ensure that you are satisfied as a patient with us!

TREATMENT FOR HAIR LOSS

There are many different treatments for hair loss. At Acacia Medical we use a microscopic camera to study how the patient's hair follicles grow. For deeper investigation, a blood sample is also taken. At an early stage, we can treat hair loss with medication or with a hair transplant. Prp treatment to stimulate hair growth. If large bald patches have already appeared, then a hair transplant the only thing that gives lasting results.

In some cases, this may involve Alopecia areata which is an autoimmune disease that causes hair to fall out.

Trying to find a cure for hair loss on your own using various home remedies, tablets, vitamins, shampoos and the like without knowing the cause of the hair loss can do more harm than good. It can delay and complicate your chances of getting the right effective treatment in time. Instead, seek professional help and get the right assessment from us at Acacia Medical. Once a diagnosis is established, a strategy for effective medical or surgical treatment can be determined.

MEDICINE FOR HAIR LOSS

There is a whole range of medicines for hair loss and some are better than others. Two popular drugs for hair loss are Rogain (Minoxidil) and Propecia (finasteride). These two drugs inhibit 5-alpha reductase, which counteracts the increase of DHT in the hair roots. Combining medicine with our PRP treatment that we successfully perform in our clinic usually gives very good results. We have many satisfied patients.

Ludvig scale for female hair loss

The scale shows the degrees of hair loss and is a measure that has been around since the 1950s.

Hamilton-Norwood's scale for male pattern baldness

är en klassisk metod för att bedöma omfattningen av håravfall hos män och fastställa vilken fas av håravfall en patient befinner sig i. Skalan används även för att avgöra om en hårtransplantation kan vara en lämplig lösning. Eftersom Hamilton-Norwood-skalan är äldre, har vi på Akacia Medical anpassat och uppdaterat den för att bättre reflektera moderna metoder och behandlingsalternativ.

Scale 1:
Ingen hårtransplantation behövs.

Scale 2:
En hårtransplantation är oftast inte nödvändig. För att korrigera asymmetri kan dock 800–1 000 hårsäckar transplanteras.

Scale 2a:
Cirka 1 500 hårsäckar kan transplanteras för att återställa proportionerna i hårlinjen.

Scale 3:
För att täcka fronten rekommenderas en transplantation av 1 800–2 000 hårsäckar.

Scale 3a:
För täcka fronten kan 2 000–2 500 hårsäckar transplanteras.

Skala 3 Vertex:
Cirka 2 000 hårsäckar för fronten och ytterligare 1 000 för att täcka kronan.

Scale 4:
Cirka 2 500 hårsäckar för fronten och 800–1 000 för kronan, totalt cirka 3 500 hårsäckar.

Skala 4a:
Cirka 2 500 hårsäckar för fronten.

Scale 5:
En transplantation av 2 000 hårsäckar för fronten och 1 500 för kronan, totalt 3 500 hårsäckar.

Skala 5a:
Här krävs två hårtransplantationer. Den första fokuserar på främre delen av hjässan med 3 500 hårsäckar, och efter cirka ett år en andra hårtransplantation på cirka 2 500 hårsäckar för att fylla ut kronan.

Skala 6:
Två hårtransplantationer är nödvändiga. Den första fasen täcker främre delen med 3 500 hårsäckar. Efter ungefär ett år görs en andra hårtransplantation med maximalt antal hårsäckar för att täcka kronan.

Skala 7:
Kräver två hårtransplantationer. Första transplantationen täcker främre delen med 3 500 hårsäckar, och efter ett år fylls kronan på med maximalt antal hårsäckar. Efter ytterligare ett år kan en trichopigmentering utföras för ett kompletterande resultat.

Denna uppdaterade skala tydliggör varje steg för en mer strukturerad och effektiv plan för hårtransplantationer enligt Akacia Medical.