Thinning hair, hair loss, baldness, hereditary baldness This condition can reduce the confidence and quality of life of many people, whether women, men, young or old. People with this problem struggle to find various treatment options. Both changed their shampoos, changed the way they washed their hair, cut their hair short and took nutritional supplements. Look for strong hair essence, strong hair vitamins, and root nourishing essence. Hair loss supplements, avoid using chemicals on the scalp, etc. Look for multiple ways to stimulate your hair roots. But the hair problem is still unresolved. One reason is that the problem is not directly addressed. In particular, the reason for thinning hair and hair loss comes from "heredity".

Using a low-intensity laser is the way to stimulate hair follicles and see results within 24 weeks!

Associate Professor Dr. Ratchathorn Panjaprateep, Director of the Center for Hair and Scalp Diseases, Lecturer in Dermatology, Thai Red Cross Chulalongkorn Hospital, Faculty of Internal Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, has fundamentally found a solution to this problem and has achieved success through research. Using a low-intensity laser to stimulate scalp hair growth is a solution for patients with hereditary hair loss. Or hereditary thinning hair (proteomic analysis of dermal papillae of male androgenic alopecia after treatment with low-level laser therapy) received an award from the International Association of Hair Transplant Surgeons. (International Society of Hair Reconstructive Surgery - ISHRS) guarantees success with low-intensity lasers. Effective scalp stimulation, hair shaping, good results within 24 weeks.

Associate Professor Dr Ratchathorn Panjaprateep,
Director of the Center for Hair and Scalp Diseases, Thai Red Cross Chulalongkorn Hospital

Warning signs of “abnormal hair loss”

When hair loss is more than 70 strands per day, when hair loss is more than 70-100 strands per day, hair loss in clumps, that is a sign of “abnormal hair loss” that should be taken seriously and a doctor should be consulted immediately, said Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ratchathorn

“Normally, hair loss occurs when washing, drying, or combing hair to a certain extent every day. However, if hair loss is unusually large, hair falls out in clumps, or hair falls out during the day, such as while eating, walking around, or working, this is another sign of abnormal hair loss that you should see a specialist who can take care of your hair and scalp. As for men with short hair, it is harder to notice hair loss during the day. Observe how much hair falls out on your pillow when you wake up.”

For men, the symptoms of hair loss, thinning hair, and genetic hair loss often have a receding hairline in the front of the head in an M shape, or some people will start to have thinning hair in the middle of the crown, which will gradually spread out. For women, the symptoms of hair loss, thinning hair, and genetic hair loss often start at the parting line (hair), which will cause the hair to gradually become thinner over time as well.

Hair loss and genetic hair loss in men and women

“However, hair loss and genetic hair loss are different from hair loss caused by abnormal immune system (Alopecia Areata) which causes hair loss in round patches the size of a 10-baht coin on the scalp,” added Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ratchathorn.

Causes of hair loss, thinning hair, and bald scalp

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ratthorn revealed statistics that Thai people have problems with thinning hair, hair loss, and baldness as high as 40 percent and tend to increase more every year due to the current environment, stress, weather conditions, and improper nutrition. Hair and baldness problems can occur in both men and women, but in men, hair loss starts at a younger age and the symptoms are more severe than in women. The three main causes of hair loss, thinning hair, and scalp problems are as follows:

1. Genetic transmission

Dominant genes from parents who have hair loss, thinning hair or scalp problems, and male hormones when entering adolescence

2. Testosterone

Because male hormones attach to the hair roots, causing the hair roots and hair to become thinner and fall out easily.

3. Environmental factors

Such as stress, sunlight, malnutrition, lack of nutrients, lack of vitamins, etc. Currently, people with thinning hair and genetic hair loss are found to be getting younger and younger. For this reason,

Current treatment of hair loss, thinning hair, and genetic hair loss

There are 3 popular methods of treating hair loss and hair thinning due to genetics currently:

• Taking Finasteride to block androgen from attaching to the hair follicles can slow or reduce hair loss. 
• Apply Minoxidil all over the scalp continuously to nourish the hair to make it fuller and thicker. 
• Hair transplant surgery moves hair from the back where there is dense hair to replace the front where there is thinning hair. This method is suitable for those who have severe hair loss and thinning hair. The advantage of this method is that the hair will last a lifetime. You can curl, dye, wash, or play sports with confidence.

Low Intensity Laser Treatment: A New Alternative to Restore Hair to Life, a Solution for Hair Loss, Thinning Hair, and Genetic Hair Loss

Recently, another effective and fast treatment method is treatment with two types of low intensity lasers:

1. Hair growth laser cap or comb

It is a method of stimulating hair roots. The accessory is a hat or hair growth comb that emits red laser light. Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) gently stimulates the cells that produce hair roots. It is suitable for people with early to moderate hair loss. This device is portable and can be used at home. By using this device continuously for 15-20 minutes per day, it will make the hair and hair roots stronger, reduce hair loss, and create new hair and thicker hair. However, patients should consult a doctor to diagnose the method, type of device, and the appropriate amount to use according to the symptoms of the disease.

2. Low energy laser light

It is adapted from the laser used to remove excess hair to a low-energy laser to stimulate hair roots throughout the scalp. “This treatment using low-energy laser light is suitable for patients with hair loss and thinning hair in the initial stages, i.e., mild to moderate symptoms. However, it is not suitable for patients with severe symptoms or bald scalps. Patients should continuously receive laser treatment for no less than 5-10 times, spaced every 2 weeks. The results will start to be seen after 5 times of laser treatment, and the results will be clearly seen 3 months after laser treatment. Patients will have new hair growth and stronger hair,” said Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ratchathorn.

This research is considered the first research in Asia to confirm the effectiveness of low-intensity laser treatment to eliminate the problem of genetic hair loss. And makes Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ratchathorn the first Thai female doctor to receive the highest award, Platinum Follicle Award 2019 for those with talent and research in hair from the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS).

“Although hair loss and genetic hair loss are things that we cannot fix, with current treatments we can extend the life of our hair and scalp health to be strong and long-lasting. The most important thing is to make your body strong, eat food, especially protein, get enough sleep, and avoid stress,” Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ratchathorn concluded.

Where can I get advice on hair loss, hair disease, and scalp treatment?

Page “Have Hair to Comb by Bevita”

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ratchathorn opened a public group on Facebook called “ Mee Phom Hai Whee by Bevita ” to listen, talk and share knowledge on hair care tips, solving thinning hair problems, wanting to treat hair loss, thinning hair, bald scalp, genetic baldness in a close and friendly manner under medical principles.

Hair and Scalp Disease Clinic

For those who have scalp problems, thinning hair, hair loss, shampooing, excessive hair loss, want to treat baldness, hereditary baldness, you can click the link below for a free consultation!

summarize

Low-intensity laser treatments that stimulate the hair roots are a new option for restoring hair. It helps treat hair loss, thinning hair and hereditary hair loss. This treatment, which uses a low-energy laser, is suitable for patients with initial hair loss and hair loss, i.e. mild to moderate symptoms. However, it is not recommended for patients with severe symptoms or bald scalp. Patients should receive laser treatment at least 5-10 times, spaced every 2 weeks. Anyone who is interested can click the link below for free consultation!