Hair Loss Treatment in Sharjah
Medically reviewed by Dar Al Kamal Team
What is hair loss treatment?
Hair loss treatment is a diagnosis-led plan: the dermatologist works out which type of hair loss you have, then chooses a treatment aimed at that type. The pattern of loss is often the biggest clue, which is why the scalp examination comes before any product or procedure.
| Type of hair loss | Typical pattern | Main treatment direction |
|---|---|---|
| Pattern hair loss | Receding temples or crown in men, widening parting in women | Growth-supporting solutions and tablets, then PRP or transplant |
| Shedding (telogen effluvium) | Diffuse shedding a few months after illness, childbirth, surgery or stress | Correct triggers and deficiencies; hair regrows |
| Alopecia areata | Smooth, round bald patches | Anti-inflammatory creams or injections into the patch |
| Traction alopecia | Thinning at the hairline and temples | Loosening tight styles and under-scarves |
| Scarring alopecia | Patches with redness, scale or shiny skin | Early anti-inflammatory treatment to stop progression |
At Dar Al Kamal Hospital, Sharjah, the dermatology team assesses the cause, starts medical treatment and, where it suits you, plans PRP hair therapy or a hair transplant in-house.
Who needs it
Hair loss treatment suits men and women noticing more hair on the pillow or in the shower drain, a wider parting, a receding hairline, a thinner ponytail, or round patches of baldness. It also suits anyone whose scalp is itchy, scaly, sore or red alongside the hair loss, and children with patchy hair loss.
A frequent pattern in the UAE is traction at the front hairline from a tight under-scarf or tightly pulled hair worn every day for years. Caught early, this type recovers well once the tension is removed.
What happens
The consultation starts with a history: when the loss began, whether hair is shedding from the root or breaking along its length, recent illness, childbirth, surgery, crash dieting, new medicines, periods, and family history. The dermatologist then examines the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, nails and body hair.
A gentle hair-pull test shows whether shedding is active. A dermoscope, a magnifying lens with its own light, shows the scalp surface and hair shafts close up: miniaturised hairs point to pattern loss, broken exclamation-mark hairs point to alopecia areata, and missing follicle openings point to scarring. Standardised photographs of the parting and crown give a baseline for later comparison.
Blood tests are chosen to match the pattern, commonly iron studies and ferritin, thyroid function tests and vitamin D, with hormone tests for women with irregular periods or acne. A small scalp biopsy under local anaesthetic is taken where scarring is suspected.
Your treatment then follows the diagnosis. Pattern loss is treated with a growth-supporting scalp solution or foam, with tablets for suitable men and hormonal treatment for suitable women. Alopecia areata patches are treated with anti-inflammatory creams or small injections into the patch. Deficiencies are corrected through vitamin deficiency treatment.
Preparing for it
Wash your hair the day before, and come without hair oils, sprays, fibres or dye applied that day, so the scalp can be seen clearly. Avoid colouring your hair in the week before, since dye can mask breakage and irritation.
Bring a list of medicines and supplements, any previous blood tests, and older photographs showing your hair before the loss began. Note roughly when shedding started and anything that happened a few months before it.
Afterwards
Hair grows slowly, so progress is judged at follow-up by comparing photographs taken in the same light and position. Some people shed a little more when a growth-supporting solution starts, as old hairs make way for new ones. Keep using the treatment as prescribed; pattern loss treatments work for as long as you use them.
Wear your scarf and hairstyle loosely, alternate styles, and use a soft, wide band under the scarf. Protect a thinning scalp from the Sharjah sun with a hat or scalp sunscreen. If you are considering PRP or a transplant, medical treatment is usually started first to stabilise the hair you have.
Contact the hospital if your scalp becomes painful, red or crusted, if hair loss spreads rapidly, or if you notice new hair growth on the face or body with irregular periods. Contact your dermatologist promptly if a new side effect appears after starting tablets.
Cost and insurance
UAE insurance plans vary for hair loss. Consultations and blood tests to find a medical cause, such as thyroid disease or iron deficiency, are usually covered, and treatment of alopecia areata or scarring alopecia is often covered as a medical condition. Pattern hair loss treatment, PRP and hair transplant are commonly classed as cosmetic and excluded. Dar Al Kamal Hospital, Sharjah can help you check your cover on 06 599 7777.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the risks of hair loss treatment?
The risks of hair loss treatment depend on the option chosen. Scalp solutions can cause itching, flaking or unwanted facial hair if they run onto the face, tablets for pattern loss can have hormonal side effects in some men, and injections into bald patches can leave a small dent in the skin that usually fills out. Your dermatologist explains the risks before you start.
Will my hair grow back?
Whether hair grows back depends on the cause. Shedding after illness, childbirth or stress usually regrows, alopecia areata patches often regrow, and pattern loss can often be slowed or partly reversed. Scarring alopecia destroys follicles, so treatment aims to stop further loss rather than regrow hair.
Why is a blood test needed for hair loss?
A blood test is needed for hair loss because low iron stores, thyroid problems and vitamin D deficiency are common, treatable contributors that cannot be seen on the scalp. Correcting them supports any other treatment you receive.
Do hair vitamins and supplements work?
Hair supplements help only when you are genuinely deficient in something they contain. Taking extra biotin or other vitamins without a deficiency does not grow more hair, and high-dose biotin can distort some blood test results, so mention supplements before testing.
Can women use the same hair loss treatment as men?
Women with pattern hair loss can use growth-supporting scalp treatments, but several tablets used for men are unsuitable for women who could become pregnant. Hormonal treatments are an option for some women, and your dermatologist chooses based on your hormone tests and plans.
Should I have PRP or a hair transplant first?
Medical treatment usually comes first, because a transplant moves hair without stopping ongoing loss, and PRP works best on follicles that are still active. The dermatology team at Dar Al Kamal Hospital plans the order with you after the cause is confirmed.
Can stress cause hair loss?
Severe stress can trigger a shedding phase that appears a few months after the stressful event. This type of hair loss usually recovers once the trigger has passed, and a dermatologist can confirm the pattern and check for other causes.
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