Male Hair Loss
Personalised plans for men including medical therapy and hair transplant surgery.
Understanding male hair loss
Male hair loss is primarily influenced by genetic and hormonal factors, but can also be affected by stress, medical conditions, lifestyle, or medications.
Early assessment is key, as timely intervention can help slow progression and improve long-term outcomes.
The most common cause of Male hair loss is Androgenetic Alopecia, which typically follows a recognisable pattern- recession at the temples and thinning at the crown.
Hair loss can have a real impact on confidence, self-perception and social engagement.
I have a particular interest in restoring male pattern hair loss.
Sometimes the cause of hair loss is not obvious - Clinical assessment can help uncover contributing causes and guide treatment.
Not knowing when the hair loss will stop. Will I go bald?
Worry and distress caused by the hair loss- constant checking in the mirror.
Conflicting online advice.
Feeling dismissed or not understood.
Common issues What to expect in your Consultation
Medical history - Including personal and genetic factors.
Your story - What would you like to achieve?
Scalp and Hair Follicle analysis - Is this Male pattern hair loss or are there other different diagnoses present.
Trichoscopy - magnified examination of the follicles to assist diagnosis.
Photography
A discussion aligning your expectations with a practical plan including suitability for medical vs surgical therapy.
Blood tests and onward referral for biopsy if indicated.
A summary of the discussion and a plan moving forward.
Conditions Treated
Male pattern hair loss (Androgenetic Alopecia)
General shedding (Telogen Effluvium)
Nutritional deficiencies
Scalp conditions
Medication-related hair changes
Treatment Options
Medical &
Non Surgical
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP/PRF)
Autologous growth factor therapy to support follicle health and hair density.
Regenerative Therapy
Injectable regenerative therapy aimed at improving scalp quality and follicular support.Medication
Prescribing of finasteride and minoxidil, where suitable.Review of supplements and vitamins
Assessment of current supplementation and correction of deficiencies where indicated.Lifestyle considerations
Evaluation of contributing factors such as stress, sleep, nutrition, and overall health.
Surgical &
Hair Transplant
If this option is for you, we will explore in detail:
Clinical assessment
Evaluation of hair loss pattern, donor area quality, scalp health, and risks of long-term progression.
Hairline design principles
Planning a natural, age-appropriate hairline that respects facial proportions and possible future hair loss.Density and graft planning
Discussion of achievable density, graft numbers, and realistic outcomes.Surgical limitations and expectations
Clear explanation of what surgery can and cannot achieve, including the need for ongoing medical management.Long-term strategy
Consideration of future hair loss and planning to maintain balanced, sustainable results over time.
Hair Transplant Surgery
Natural results through precision artistry and planning.
Dr Rachael has performed Hair Transplant Surgery for over a decade at the Farjo Hair Institute.
What does a Hair Transplant Actually do?
A hair transplant moves healthy hair follicles from the donor area (usually the back and sides of the scalp) to the recipient area where has thinned. These follicles are typically more resistant to hair loss, the results are natural-looking, durable, and long-lasting.
Prices start from £3500.
Your Journey
Every treatment starts with a careful assessment to confirm the scalp and hair health and that surgery is appropriate for you. We discuss goals, long term plans and create a design with longevity in mind, respecting your unique facial proportions, hair quality and lifetime donor availability.
Click here to download our free PDF on ‘Hair Transplantation - The Questions Every patient should ask.’
Types of Hair Transplant Surgeries
FUE - FOLLICULAR UNIT EXCISION
Individual follicular unit are excised using a precise manual or motorized punch. Grafts are gently extracted, checked under the microscope, before being placed back into the recipient sites prepared in the thinning area. Each punch leaves a small dot scar usually less than 1mm diameter. These are generally not visible unless the hair is shaved very short.
UNSHAVEN FUE
In selected cases we are able to work around existing hair to avoid shaving the donor area. The recipient site, where the grafts are placed will still be visible. This strategy is more time intensive (often two days or two shorter sessions) and incurs higher cost but is ideal for those who prefer not to shave.
this will incur a higher cost but ideal for those patients who prefer not to shave the back of the head or donor area.
FUT or LINEAR STRIP EXCISION (LSE)
A narrow strip of skin is excised usually from the safe donor area. This leaves a linear scar as opposed to multiple dot scars with FUE. Dr Rachael will liaise closely with colleagues for those who prefer this option.
Hair transplants are available for the appropriate patients in the correct circumstances. Dr Causon has spent over a decade operating on hundreds of patients, largely through the procedure known as FUE- Follicular unit Excision. This is a highly technical procedure requiring an intricate and diligent approach to graft extraction and strategic placement.
FAQ
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Your hair and scalp needs proper examination by a qualified professional experienced in diagnosing hair loss. Transplanting in the incorrect circumstances can cause further hair loss. Your donor hair needs to be of a of adequate quality to create the desired design and replace the hair loss.
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A Hair Transplant will not alter the pre determined course of your hair loss, so yes if you are vulnerable to genetic loss you can still loose more hair. However a consultation should encompass discussions on medications which might help to slow or prevent this.
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Your hair specialist should always an age appropriate plan and offer long term care including non surgical options if you are very young. Each case is different.
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The initial recovery is 2-3 days but given the head is fully shaven most of the time people tend to plan a quiet couple of weeks after the surgery. Exercise is generally to be avoided for the first 7-10 days.
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It is common for medications to be prescribed alongside surgery but it is not compulsory. It depends on age, patient choice, genetic profile and individual health circumstances.
Early understanding leads to better outcomes.
A professional assessment can clarify what’s happening and what can be done.