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Androgenetic Alopecia Mesotherapy Treatment

Androgenetic alopecia is characterized by progressive, disperse and persistent hair loss. Both women and men are affected by this common disorder. Many dealing with this condition have a 2-to-1 hair loss ratio, meaning that one strand of hair is lost for every two. Mesotherapy is sometimes used as a treatment for androgenetic alopecia, producing a range of results--from good to outstanding.

  1. Facts

    • Androgenetic alopecia is a form hair loss common in both men and women. For men, this condition is known as male-pattern baldness, wherein the hair is beginning to fall out, beginning right above the temples. The hairline then recedes into an "M" shape. In women, the hair becomes thinner all over the head, but the hairline does not recede. This condition rarely leads to full baldness.

    History

    • In 1952, a French doctor, Dr. Michel Pistor, devised a medical technique to treat conditions such as vascular diseases, rheumatology, and infectious diseases. The medical technique has been extremely successful in terms of treating aesthetic conditions, especially fat reduction and the lessening or complete elimination of cellulite. From then on, mesotherapy has evolved and continues to be used.

    Mesotherapy Treatment

    • In order to address androgenetic alopecia, dermatologists have turned to mesotherapy treatment--a non-invasive, non-surgical cosmetic solution, which is also often used to treat cellulite, excess weight, and body contouring. The treatment is administered through injections of minerals, vitamins and DHT blockers, which aid in hair growth.

    Risks

    • Mesotherapy treatment for hair loss or androgenetic alopecia is not recommended to individuals suffering from heart diseases or diabetes. Pregnant women are also not advised to use this procedure. Those who suffer from blood clots and strokes are not advised to undergo such treatment.

    Side Effects

    • Numbness is one of the side effects of mesotherapy treatment, caused by the anesthetic administered. Patients report a feeling of numbness near the area where the injection was administered. In most cases, the numbness goes away after a few days but may extend up to two weeks. Some patients also have an allergic reaction to the treatment. Consult a physician before proceeding with mesotherapy treatment.

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