At Almasi Skincare we offer the best androgenetic alopecia treatment in Nairobi Kenya since we combine prescription medications, dermatological procedures, over-the-counter hair care products and lifestyle modifications.
We offer this treatment at the Nairobi Almasi Hair Clinic located in Fortis Suites on Hospital road, 8th floor, suite 809. We see new clients on Wednesdays at 2pm and Saturdays at 10am.
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What Is Androgenetic Alopecia?
Androgenetic means a combination of androgens (male sex hormones) with genetic predisposition.
Alopecia means hair loss.
Androgenetic Alopecia is therefore hair loss that it caused by a combination of male sex hormones like dihydrotestosterone (DHT) with a person’s genetic predisposition.
Androgenetic Alopecia is also known as androgenic alopecia or male pattern hair loss in men or female pattern hair loss in women.
What Causes Androgenetic Alopecia?
Androgenetic Alopecia is caused by the effect of DHT on the hair follicles as it shortens their growth cycle and causes them to shrink and produce thinner, shorter hairs which eventually leads to hair loss. This sensitivity of the hair follicles to DHT is determined by the genes.
What Are Androgenetic Alopecia Symptoms?
Androgenetic Alopecia symptoms in men include a receding hairline and hair loss at the front and crown (top) of the head.
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Androgenetic Alopecia symptoms in women include widening of the parting in the middle of the head with hair loss on either side of the parting.
Androgenetic Alopecia Diagnosis
A diagnosis of androgenetic alopecia is made when the Doctor listens to the patient’s history and examines their scalp.
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Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment in Nairobi Kenya
At Almasi Skincare we offer the best androgenetic areata treatment by combining prescription medications, dermatological procedures, over-the-counter (OTC) hair care products and lifestyle modifications.
Prescription Medications For Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment
Prescription medications used for androgenetic alopecia treatment include:
*Minoxidil which is applied on the scalp or taken by mouth.
*Finasteride and Dutasteride which are 5 alpha reductase inhibitors. 5 alpha reductase is the enzyme which makes DHT.
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Dermatological Procedures For Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment
Dermatological procedures used for androgenetic alopecia treatment include:
*Microneedling with PRP since multiple studies have proved its effectiveness in treating AGA.
Microneedling is a procedure which causes micro-injuries in the scalp. This triggers the body’s healing process and the release of growth factors which stimulate the hair follicles and result in hair growth.
A study found that 93% of men with AGA reported that their hair loss stopped within 2 months of starting PRP therapy.
A study found that the addition of PRP to medical treatment for persons with AGA resulted in increased hair density and hair diameter. Microneedling with PRP increased the efficiency of the treatment and shortened the time needed for optimum improvement.
A study found that combining PRP with Minoxidil had better results for the treatment of AGA than using each of them individually.
At Almasi Skincare we offer microneedling with PRP for AGA treatment.
*Hair transplants are also done.
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OTC Products For Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment
OTC products used for androgenetic alopecia treatment include:
*Biotin supplements
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*Pumpkin seed oil supplements
Pumpkin seed oil is a DHT blocker. It is taken by mouth and applied on the scalp for optimum results. For the full DHT Blocker Program join our Online Hair Loss Treatment Program.
The price in Kenya for Now Pumpkin Seed Oil Supplements is Ksh 3500.
Now Pumpkin Seed Oil Supplements can be purchased from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, Shop C15. Call 0721 963 156 or WhatsApp +254 721 963 156 to order. We deliver countrywide/worldwide.
*Antifungal shampoos
Antifungal shampoos with ketoconazole are used because ketoconazole shampoos have been shown by studies to reduce DHT on the scalp which in turn reduces hair shedding and promotes the growth of healthier hair. Ketoconazole shampoos have also been found to increase hair diameter and thickness. They also treat dandruff and reduce the hair shedding that can occur from dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. Ketoconazole shampoos also reduce chronic scalp inflammation which in turn reduces hair follicle damage and hair loss. Perfect examples include Hitoral Shampoo and Nizoral Shampoo.
Hitoral Shampoo
Hitoral Shampoo contains 2% Ketoconazole.
The price in Kenya for Hitoral Shampoo is Ksh 1000.
Hitoral Shampoo can be purchased from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, Shop C15. Call 0721 963 156 or WhatsApp +254 721 963 156 to order. We deliver countrywide/worldwide.
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Nizoral Shampoo
Nizoral Shampoo contains 1% Ketoconazole.
The price in Kenya for Nizoral Shampoo is Ksh 3500.
Nizoral Shampoo can be purchased from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, Shop C15. Call 0721 963 156 or WhatsApp +254 721 963 156 to order. We deliver countrywide/worldwide.
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Lifestyle Modifications For Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment
Lifestyle modifications used for androgenetic alopecia treatment include:
*Wearing hair pieces
*Micropigmentation of the scalp to resemble a shaved scalp.
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