Treatment for hair loss in Alicante

At Belaneve, we can address different types of alopecia with specialized attention and personalized solutions. These are some of the types of alopecia that we most frequently treat:

• Androgenic/androgenetic alopecia. This type of alopecia, the most common, affects both men (around 80%) and women (around 40%) at some point in their lives. Although there is a genetic basis and a hormonal component, it does not always imply the presence of disorders or diseases. Miniaturization of the follicle, not excessive "loss" of hair, is the key factor. At Belaneve, we offer treatments, including hair transplant, based on an accurate diagnosis and a comprehensive medical approach.
• Telogen effluvium. This type of alopecia, characterized by sudden hair loss in its final stage, typically occurs between 2 and 4 months after a triggering event, such as stress situations, serious illnesses, surgeries or vitamin deficiencies. Although hair loss is a normal part of the hair cycle, effluvium is distinguished by its more significant amount. In our Dermatology and Trichology clinic, we understand this process, we offer precise diagnoses and treatments to prevent the effluvium from becoming chronic.
• alopecia areata. This form of non-scarring alopecia has an autoimmune cause and can affect around 2% of the population at some point in their lives. It manifests itself with spontaneous alopecia areas on the scalp, beard, eyebrows, eyelashes or even the entire body. Although there is no definitive cure, individual outbreaks can be treated and resolved with different drugs and techniques.
• Fibrosing frontal alopecia. Frontal fibrosing alopecia, the most common cause of scarring alopecia in our environment, mainly affects women after menopause. Characterized by the receding of the hairline, it can affect other areas of the body, leaving scar areas. At Belaneve, we offer treatments to stop or slow down this destructive process, considered a trichological "emergency."

In all these cases, an accurate diagnosis and an individualized approach are essential. Our team of hair dermatologists in Alicante can provide expert care and effective solutions to each patient.

At Belaneve, we use advanced diagnostic techniques, with trichoscopy being a fundamental tool in our trichological approach. This diagnostic technique in Trichology uses a hand-held microscope with polarized light to view the scalp at appropriate magnification. Non-invasive and highly effective, trichoscopy allows us to study both the hair and the underlying skin.

Trichoscopy enables us to distinguish causes of alopecia or hair loss that may be indistinguishable to the naked eye. This differentiation is crucial, since each cause requires radically different treatments and approaches.

Additionally, in our commitment to diagnostic accuracy, we have implemented the use of specialized software applications. These tools analyze the images obtained through trichoscopy, allowing a complete study of the hair, including its diameters and lengths. Thanks to this technology, we can offer even earlier diagnoses and plan treatments or hair transplants precisely.

At Belaneve, we combine the experience of our team of Trichologist dermatologists in Alicante and the use of advanced technologies such as trichoscopy, to ensure personalized care and effective results for hair loss.

Currently, we have various hair loss treatments, both in topical and oral forms. Options include minoxidil in topical and oral versions, with concentrations adapted to the specific area to be treated, as well as corticosteroids in topical and oral formats. Hormonal treatment, which includes finasteride and dutasteride, is administered both orally and through direct injections into the scalp. Likewise, less conventional treatments such as oral retinoids and immunosuppressants, among others, are being explored.

In addition, vitamin/mineral supplements are considered, either independently or in combination with hormonal compounds, which in mild cases or in a complementary manner can contribute to the management of alopecia.

In certain patients, the option of performing a hair transplant can be evaluated, always after a dermatological evaluation to determine the appropriate indication based on the type of alopecia, since there are cases in which it is contraindicated.

If you suspect that you may be experiencing some type of alopecia or hair loss, do not hesitate to contact us as we can offer various ways to help you better control the evolution of your condition.

Infiltrations involve the administration of small injections of drug or PRP directly into the scalp. This minimally invasive procedure is performed in an aseptic environment during the consultation. It is carried out using local anesthesia, either focused on the specific area to be treated in smaller cases, or along the hairline, providing anesthesia on the scalp for larger areas. Subsequently, multiple injections of the substance are made in the area intended for treatment.

Regarding the substances used, we can apply Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) or drugs in solution. In the case of PRP, which stands for Platelet Rich Plasma, it is a special portion of the patient's own blood, extracted and processed to contain growth factors and other substances that intervene in tissue regeneration. In relation to drugs that can be infiltrated, there are several options, dutasteride being the most effective and relevant, since it is an alpha reductase inhibitor used in the treatment of androgenic alopecia. With this application, we achieve that the drug acts selectively in the specific area.

Although the use of this technique is presented as a valuable hair loss treatment or complement in many cases, as always, it is crucial to carefully select those patients who will really benefit from it and ensure that the treatment is carried out with the maximum guarantees.