Hair transplant blog

Matt Lucas rose to fame as co-creator of the sketch show Little Britain. He donned a number of different wigs to play various memorable characters for the show — but Matt Lucas actually has alopecia, a type of hair loss…

As a man, it is normal to be concerned about the potential side effects of Dutasteride, especially since the most commonly reported ones concern sexual dysfunctions. Experiencing issues such as erectile dysfunction, diminished libido or difficulty ejaculating can impact your…

Menopause causes lots of different symptoms, from hot flushes to night sweats to extreme tiredness. Compounding all these issues is one of the most visible and distressing symptoms: menopause-related hair loss.It’s very normal for your hair to get thinner as…

Topical Minoxidil is one of the most popular hair growth products globally. Its market value is predicted to grow by $1bn over the next decade, as more people turn to topical Minoxidil to treat hair loss [1].As one of the…

Male pattern baldness is the most common type of hair loss a man can develop. It has been shown to affect over 85% of men at some point in their lifetime [1]. Chances of experiencing this condition increase as you…

It's no secret that comedian Jimmy Carr has had a hair transplant. He isn't the first celebrity to undergo this procedure, with David Beckham's hair transplant and Elon Musk's FUT transplant coming first. Like Wimpole Clinic hair transplant patient Rob…

Over 85% of men [1] and 50% of women [2] will experience some sort of hair loss during their lifetime.Although many people may panic when they start to notice their hair falling out or their scalp feeling itchy, it’s not…

Whether your stylist has given you a less-than-ideal haircut, or you’re worried about female pattern hair loss or male pattern baldness, it’s common to want to make your hair grow super fast overnight.While there’s no quick fix for rapid hair…

Many people feel self-conscious about their high hairline. This comes as no surprise, considering our forehead’s important role in our overall appearance. In classical aesthetics, a well-balanced and attractive face is split into equal thirds, with the forehead making up…

Over 35 million men and 21 million women are affected by hair loss globally [1] and not everyone wants to sit back and watch their hair continue to fall out. This is why there's such an extensive range of treatment options out…

Type 2a hair describes the loosest kind of waves on the hair type chart. Each form of wavy or curly hair has a unique character that requires a personalised approach to care. Caring for your hair can be time-consuming and complex,…

Finasteride 5mg is a drug primarily used to treat an enlarged prostate caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It can also be used to treat male pattern baldness, although it’s less commonly used than Finasteride 1mg.In this article, learn all…

The vast majority of the 85% of men [1] and 55% of women [2] who experience hair loss at some point in life do so as a result of androgenetic alopecia. However, this condition does not come on abruptly. First,…

Hair loss affects more than 50% of men and women at some point in their lives [1]. Having a full head of luscious, thick hair is often seen as the beauty ideal, so losing your hair can be traumatic and…

When your hair is healthy, you just know it — it feels thick, full, soft, and shiny. But it's not always easy to keep your hair healthy. According to a survey of women in the United States, 91% of people cause…

Do you have to shave your head for a hair transplant? This is one of the top questions we get asked at the Wimpole Clinic. Unshaven hair transplants, also known as unshaven FUE or UFUE transplants, are becoming more and…

You may have read about unwanted finasteride side effects such as erectile dysfunction, depression or infertility and wondered whether Finasteride is worth it. However, it is the most prescribed hair loss medication in the world for a good reason. Ample…

Opting for a hair transplant is a great route of treatment for certain forms of hair loss, including male pattern baldness and female pattern baldness.Hair transplants have gained a significant amount of popularity over the past few years, especially with…

Fear of needles is extremely common, with 20-30% of the world’s adult population experiencing it [1]. This can make medical interventions difficult and prevent the needle-adverse from getting cosmetic procedures that they feel they could benefit from. Since hair transplants…

Any type of hair loss can be physically and mentally challenging to experience, however, there are some types of hair loss that are accompanied by other conditions or syndromes, such as trichodynia, a painful sensation on the scalp. In a…

Many footballers have taken the step to restore their hair by undergoing a hair transplant. Although they may not come out and openly talk about it, the results seem to speak for themselves when we look at players such as David…

After getting a hair transplant, you’ll normally need a sterile bandage over your donor area. This helps to prevent infection and protect the small wounds on your scalp from being accidentally touched. In most cases, your hair transplant bandage only…

For many men, male pattern baldness is something caused by a genetic sensitivity to something known as dihydrotestosterone (DHT) [1].Many of the most popular hair loss treatments, such as Finasteride and Dutasteride work by blocking DHT which, after regular use, can help to promote hair growth…

After an FUE or FUT hair transplant, most patients can return to work within 1-2 weeks, depending on the type of work, healing progress, and other individual factors. While some patients can return sooner, downtime is essential to protect grafts,…

There are currently no studies to show whether taking Finasteride  in the morning or at night has any impact on its effectiveness. What is more important is the consistency and regularity with which you take it. That is because regardless…