Receding Hairline: Causes, Symptoms, PRP Treatment & Prevention
Receding hairline, is one of the earliest signs of baldness that may appear in women as well as men both, but it is most prevalent in men. Although, it is traditionally linked with inherited baldness (androgenetic alopecia), it is also caused by lifestyle, diet, and stress.
What is a Receding Hairline?
A receding hairline is the progressive thinning and backward movement of hair from the forehead and temples. It is most noticeable in men after puberty, but women may also experience hairline thinning with age or hormonal changes.
Reasons of Receding Hairline
- Genetics (Hereditary Baldness): Pattern of inheritance plays the most important role.
- Hormones (Sensitivity to DHT): Overactivity of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) shrinks hair follicles.
- Aging: Hair thinning as part of the natural aging process.
- Stress: Telogen effluvium (unexpected shedding of hair) caused by it.
- Nutritional Deficiencies: Protein, iron, zinc, or vitamin D deficiency may cause weakening of hair roots.
- Hairstyles & Treatments: Hair weakens with repeated use of ponytails, chemical coloring, and overuse of heat.
- Medical Disorders: Etiologic factors are thyroid disease, autoimmune disease, or scalp infection.
Receding Hairline symptoms
Gradual thinning at temples.
Formation of M-shaped hairline in men.
Forehead widening or asymmetrical hairline.
In women: diffuse temple thinning or thinning at the crown.
How to Treat Receding Hairline
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Medical Treatments
Minoxidil (Topical): Normally to decelerate hairline recession and also to stimulate hair growth.
Finasteride (Oral): Suppresses DHT activity in men, which results in deceleration of miniaturization of hair follicles.
Topical Finasteride Solutions: Better option for men who are unable to swallow tablets.
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PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Treatment
PRP treatment is a thrilling, non-surgical procedure for receding hairline.
How it works:
Small sample of blood taken and spun on a centrifuge.
Platelet-rich plasma with growth factors extracted.
This plasma injected into scalp and hairline.
Benefit for Receding Hairline:
Stimulates sleeping follicles.
Thickens existing hair.
Slows falling thinning.
Sessions Needed: Usually 3–6 initial treatments 4–6 weeks apart, then annual maintenance.
PRP works best on initial receding hairline.
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Homeopathic Treatment for Receding Hairline
Homeopathy is targeted towards the creation of inner balance (nutrition, stress, hormones) and scalp balance. Homeopathy cannot create new hair on bald heads but can delay further loss and encourage healthy follicles to be present.
Common Remedies:
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Lycopodium
Male thinning hair and receding temples in the initial stage.
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Phosphorus
Baldness or dandruff.
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Silicea
Toughening weak and brittle hair.
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Thuja
Premature baldness and scaly dry scalp
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Natrum Muriaticum:
Loss of hairs caused by stress, depression, or endocrine disorder.
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Natural Remedies & Lifestyle Management
Scalp Massage: Stimulates the follicles and increases blood flow.
Essential Oils: Castor, rosemary, and peppermint oil can stimulate growth.
Balanced Diet: Consume eggs, spinach, fish, nuts, and seeds to provide protein, zinc, and omega-3s.
Prevent Stress Hair Loss: Meditate, exercise, and practice yoga to avoid stress hair loss.
Avoid Harsh Chemicals: Use less dyes, relaxers, and excessive heat styling.
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Advanced Hair Loss Treatments
Hair Transplant Surgery: Back-of-your-scalp hairs are grafted into receding hairline. Permanent solution for very bad cases.
Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT): Thicken and grow stronger follicles.
How to prevent Receding Hairline
- Treat early when thinning is first observed.
- Protect scalp from sun with hats or sunscreen.
- Enjoy diet and do not depend on crash diets.
- Shampoo scalp every day to prevent oil and sweat buildup.
- Avoid hair styles that pull at the hairline (pony tails, braiding).
- Early PRP or homeopathy in case of baldness in family history.
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Treatment
PRP treatment is one of the most recent and exciting hair restoration treatments.
-What is PRP?
Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy is a therapy that uses the patient’s own blood to promote the hair growth.
Blood is drawn, centrifuged to remove platelets, and infused into the scalp.
-How does it work?
Platelets have growth factors, which are used to restore injured tissue and activate resting follicles. This plasma is injected into the scalp, these growth factors enhance the blood supply, promote follicle survival, and promotes new hair growth.
-Procedure:
- A few drops of blood are drawn from the patient.
- Centrifuged to activate the platelets.
- The platelet-rich solution is then injected into targeted areas of the scalp.
-Sessions Required:
Usually 3–6 sessions are required, spaced at 4–6 weeks and followed by maintenance at 6–12 months.
-Effectiveness:
Best for early to moderate hereditary hair loss. Thickens existing hair and slows further thinning.
-Side Effects:
It can cause mild pain, redness, or swelling of the scalp for 1–2 days. No major long-term risk as it is using the patient’s own blood.
If you are concerned about postpartum shedding, keep in mind that it is a temporary process that will work itself out by one year. With proper shampoos, vitamins, and home remedies, you can reduce the issue and be your hair’s biggest advocate for its natural growth process. Motherhood is a lovely experience, and patiently with love, your hair will be healthy again.
Receding Hairline FAQs:
Q1. When does receding hairline start?
It starts late in teens or in early 20s in men, while women start noticing it after 30–40 years.
Q2. Does receding hairline come back by itself?
Mild thinning is best treated with PRP, homeopathy, or natural therapy, whereas advanced baldness usually requires transplants.
Q3. Is stress the cause of receding hairline?
Yes, stress-induced loss of hair accelerates inherited balding of hairline.
Q4. What is the best treatment for receding hairline?
Early ones receive PRP, minoxidil, and homeopathy. Late ones can require hair transplant.
Q5. Do females suffer from receding hairline?
Yes, though less so, women also may develop temple thinning and alteration of hairline as a result of hormonal imbalance.
In conclusion, Hair PRP Treatment Pune, led by Dr. Vaseem Choudhary and his experienced team at Homeo Care Clinic, is dedicated to providing advanced and effective PRP therapies for both hair and skin rejuvenation. Our goal is to help you feel confident and look your best with treatments designed to address hair thinning and skin concerns naturally. We believe in offering personalized care and creating customized plans to meet each individual’s unique needs, ensuring the best possible results.
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