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Farjo medical clinic gives you information about hair loss, hair transplant and restroation education. The Farjo Hair Institute is also a research and education centre, exploring and developing new hair transplant techniques, innovative surgical procedures and other potential future treatments.
Bessam Farjo Blog
1y ago
The effects of smoking are widely known, with cancer and health warnings on cigarette packaging and adverts highlighting the dangers . But hair loss may be a side effect of smoking which you aren’t as aware of.
Does smoking cause hair loss?
Having a smoking habit can cause hair loss, or hair thinning, in some people. Several studies have confirmed a link between smoking and early-onset hair loss, with one 2020 study https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jocd.13727 finding a strong correlation between consistent smoking and early-onset androgenetic alopecia, a form of hair loss that ..read more
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1y ago
Iron deficiency, anaemia, refers to a lower than normal iron in the body. Most commonly, it occurs because of blood loss or pregnancy. However, some people affected by anaemia can experience hair loss as one of their symptoms.
So, firstly why do we need iron in the body?
Iron is essential for making haemoglobin, a substance in red blood cells that transports oxygen around the body. When there are fewer red blood cells available, the body has difficulty transporting oxygen to the various organs and tissues, and this is what can cause anaemia.
As iron is an essential nutrient, it mus ..read more
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1y ago
Over recent months, Creatine, a popular pre-workout supplement, has been hitting the headlines due to its potential link with hair loss. Although not proven to cause hair loss, this nutritional and sports supplement may affect the levels of DHT, a hormone connected to hair loss.
What is Creatine?
Natural Creatine is a source of energy for your cells and is produced by your liver, pancreas and kidneys. You can also digest Creatine by eating red meat and fish. Creatine is stored in your skeletal muscles as phosphocreatine, broken down when doing physical activity to be used as energy for muscle ..read more
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1y ago
When you are considering a hair transplant, you may come across two frequently used terms — FUE and FUT. Both techniques are widely known due to their proven results, but which transplant option is best suited for you?
Deciding between the two procedures may lead you to pose specific questions. See below for the FUE and FUT methods, advantages, information and candidates we usually see for each type of transplant to give you an idea of which one may be more suitable.
What is an FUE hair transplant, and what does FUE mean?
FUE (Follicular Unit Excision) is a surgical procedure where individual ..read more
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1y ago
What is finasteride?
Finasteride is a medication that is commonly used as a treatment for hair loss and baldness. Finasteride reduces the body’s production of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which causes gradual hair loss, protecting the hair from DHT damage.
Does finasteride work?
Finasteride is a popular treatment for preventing hair loss and baldness due to its high success rate. Many of our patients experience positive before/after results from using the medication, which can be taken easily through a regular tablet dosage. It should be noted that it can, however, take several months for ..read more
Bessam Farjo Blog
1y ago
What is finasteride?
Finasteride is a medication that is commonly used as a treatment for hair loss and baldness. Finasteride reduces the body’s production of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which causes gradual hair loss, protecting the hair from DHT damage.
Does finasteride work?
Finasteride is a popular treatment for preventing hair loss and baldness due to its high success rate. Many of our patients experience positive before/after results from using the medication, which can be taken easily through a regular tablet dosage. It should be noted that it can, however, take several months for ..read more
Bessam Farjo Blog
1y ago
Hair transplant surgery is a procedure that thousands of men and women undergo every year in order to combat balding or thinning hair. Here, leading surgeon Dr Farjo answers some of the most commonly asked questions regarding hair loss and the treatments available.
How long will it take for my hair transplant to grow?
One of the most commonly searched questions regarding hair transplants is, “How long for hair transplant to grow?”.
Before undertaking a transplant procedure, our expert team will meet with you to carry out a consultation. This is the most integral part of any treatment we ..read more
Bessam Farjo Blog
2y ago
With people worldwide looking for ways to save their hard-earned cash, many are opting to go abroad to countries like India, Mexico, Turkey and Thailand for life-changing surgery at a fraction of the cost.
While we can completely understand the allure of these cheap, quick fix packages that seem like a dream come true — it’s important to consider and talk about the potential dangers of medical tourism.
The term ‘medical tourism’ was originally used to refer to patients from underdeveloped countries travelling to the West for treatment. This trend has now reversed — with people in developed cou ..read more
Bessam Farjo Blog
2y ago
Our parents’ genetics greatly impacts the type, texture, and growth of our hair — but it’s not as straightforward as you may think.
Your genetics play a major role in determining your hairs texture — straight, wavy, curly, and the general thickness of individual strands. But this also depends greatly on the variations of the genes inherited.
Due to the many different gene combinations involved, two curly-haired parents may not always have a curly-haired child. Curly-haired parents can also carry straight hair genes, which may be passed on. The genes of both parents also interact with each othe ..read more
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2y ago
Over 40% of men experience severe hair loss by the time they turn 40 — resulting in many men seeking permanent remedies for baldness later in life. Women are also impacted by hair loss, and Strip FUT is something that can be transformational for both genders.
Strip FUT (follicular unit transplantation) is a type of hair transplant procedure used to increase the amount of hair in an area of the head that may be thinning or balding. It’s more suited to patients suffering from advanced hair loss who need large amounts of restoration. Others who may benefit are those who are not willing to have th ..read more