THE BELGRAVIA CENTRE BLOG

“I wish to express my gratitude to the Belgravia Centre and its staff for the fantastic job they have done, the result of which brought back my confidence.  It makes me feel much younger. 

I can truthfully confirm that my hair loss reduced and the treatment stimulates new hair growth just after 3 months, which is a fantastic result.  My continuation of treatment for 2 years indicates my satisfaction.”

Rasheed

Diagnosis: Male Pattern Hair Loss

 
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“Fantastic!  Having been originally sceptical about the treatment, I signed up for a 3 month trial at first, but am now recommending the Belgravia Centre to friends and family.

In 3 months I have seen hair regrowth far beyond my expectations and will certainly be continuing the treatment.   My recommendation would be to try it now before it’s too late!

Thanks Belgravia for helping me buck the family baldness trend!”

Sam Coleman

Diagnosis:   Male Pattern Hair Loss

                  
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“When I began treatment I was reluctant to use Minoxidil as I saw it as too much of an inconvenience to use on a daily basis.  After using Propecia alone for over a year it definitely halted the progression of my hair loss but regrowth was minimal.  I then added Minoxidil to the treatment and noticed visible and quite dramatic results in a relatively short period of time (within three months). 

After three years I’m continuing to use a combination of Propecia and Minoxidil and find the routine effortless.  It takes about 60 seconds to apply the Minoxidil after brushing my teeth, and, if I choose to, it’s a routine I could continue indefinitely without anyone knowing. 

All in all I’m very happy with both the treatment and the Belgravia Centre’s support.”

Phil Davies

Diagnosis:  Male Pattern Hair Loss
                            

“I wish to thank all Belgravia staff to bring to me my confidence back.  I’m very pleased with my treatment and I have signed up for another 12 months as I can see my hair growing again and being healthy.

Affordable price, great results!!  Thank you everyone.”

Claudia Vasto 

Diagnosis:  Diffuse Thinning and Female Pattern Hair Loss

Name: Zara 

Question: Can you tell me about the product THYMUSKIN? Does this work? Thanks

Answer: For Belgravia’s advice about Thymuskin please visit the following page from the Belgravia Centre website - THYMUSKIN.

Name: Lorraine

Question: I have been doing some research on Minoxidil and it states that once you stop using Minoxidil your hairloss will continue, is that true?

Answer: If the hair loss you are experiencing is a continuous condition (Female Pattern Hair Loss) then Minoxidil usage needs to be on-going in order to maintain hair loss stabilisation.  If the condition is a temporary one such as Telogen Effluvium or Diffuse Thinning then it is possible that Minoxidil usage can be stopped once the underlying cause of the hair loss (stress / illness etc.) is dealt with.

For more information on the hair loss conditions mentioned please visit the following links:

Female Pattern Hair Loss
Telogen effluvium
Diffuse Thinning

“After years of steady hair loss, I decided to give Belgravia a go - it was that or a skinhead!  I was worried about the whole thing, but with the professionalism of the staff soon my fears were eased.  Also, I was, and still am embarrassed about needing treatment, so the discrete service is very much appreciated.

My pictures tell the story, 12 months in and my hair is unrecognisably thicker and I can actually sport a style now!  I am more confident, less conscious of my balding - it has reversed!  I would definitely recommend giving it a go.” 

Richard

Diagnosis:  Male Pattern Hair Loss

    
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Name: Che’ Townsend

Question: Can I get treatment from you if I live in the US?

Answer: Yes you can - many of Belgravia’s patients have never visited our London centre.  All of the hair loss treatment courses that Belgravia offers at the centre are available via our on-line service - all you need to do is complete an on-line diagnostic form.  Once you have submitted the form it will be instantly received at the centre and a trichologist will diagnose your condition and recommend the most effective hair loss treatment course for your condition and stage of hair loss.  You will then be contacted by a Belgravia treatment advisor who will discuss all of your treatment options with you.

Treatments will be sent to you on the next working day in a plain package.

Please visit the following link for Belgravia’s on-line hair loss diagnostic form - HAIR LOSS DIAGNOSTIC FORM

Belgravia’s on-line diagnostic form allows people unable to visit the
London centre to benefit from our effective hairloss treatment courses.

Question: I have read a lot about hair transplantation. My problem is that the hair thinning is all over my head. So having my back head as a donor is not an good idea. Is there transplants done from donors other than myself. Like a relative or artificial lab made hair.

Answer: If your hair loss is spread over the whole scalp it is most likely caused by a condition other than Female Pattern (Genetic) Hair Loss.  Not only does this mean that a hair transplant would not be effective (as the hairs around the side and back of the head are vulnerable unlike with genetic hair loss and will still shed once transplanted to the top), but there is a chance that the condition can be cured if the underlying cause is dealt with.

With regard to the idea of using hair from a donor other that yourself - this is something that is not possible but there has recently been a breakthrough in regards to cloning of the hair.  You can find a little more information on this in a previous blog story, but this is something that is in the very early testing stages and if found to be successful would not be introduced for at least 10 years - HAIR LOSS CURE.

My advice would be to seek a diagnosis for your hair loss condition and find out what can be done in the way of treatment to prevent further hair loss and what can be done in the way of lifestyle to deal with the underlying cause.

You can arrange a CONSULTATION at the Belgravia Centre (free) by calling 020 7730 6666 or sending a MESSAGE, or alternatively, if you are unable to visit the London centre you can complete our ON-LINE DIAGNOSTIC FORM.

Name: Mina Peshawaria

Question: My daughter is 13 years old and I noticed a small bald patch on her scalp at the front in February this year. Her patches (she has about 10) have grown since then and she has suffered great hair loss.

She is having treatment privately and her Dermatologist started her on a steroid cream (Dermovat) which she is still using once a day. Because her patches had not stopped growing and I had noticed new ones last at the beginning of this month, the Doctor has now prescribed Steroids to be taken orally for one month. I am really concerned and desperate and want her problem treated. For about 3 weeks she was also using Minoxin, Topical Solution in spray form which contains Minoxidil 2%. The dermatologist has told me that this is no good and asked me to stop using this. Please can you suggest any treatment, especially on how to get her hair growing back. It is very difficult for her to cope at school with this problem as she cannot hide the bald patches and other children do tend to isolate her.

Please help.

Answer:  Continue with your recommended treatment and if you do not get any results then it is time to try another form of treatment. Your Doctor may have said that Minoxin is not good because it has a very low dose of Minoxidil to be effective. Generally, some Doctors do not think highly of Minoxidil in treating Alopecia Areata while some use it extensively.

For treatment of mild Alopecia Areata Belgravia uses Minoxidil 12.5% + Azelaic acid very successfully, but the more severe the case the more unlikely it is that treatment will be effective. Minoxidil and steroids in any form are both used to treat Alopecia Areata. Your daughter can also use a hair replacement unit to hide the bald patches while waiting for her hair to grow back.

Always bear in mind that Alopecia Areata is a condition where there is a chance the hair can grow back on its own at any time due to the fact that the hair follicles are not dead, just dormant.

More information on ALOPECIA AREATA

Alopecia Areata is a condition that can affect anyone at any age.
There are effective treatments available to stop mild Alopecia but
success from treatment for more severe Alopecia is less likely.