Male Hair Loss Treatment
in Lahore | Dr. Rizwan Niazi

Male pattern hair loss (androgenic alopecia) is primarily driven by dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone derived from testosterone that causes hair follicles to shrink progressively at the temples and crown.

However, not all male hair loss is androgenic. Thyroid disorders, iron deficiency, elevated prolactin, and other hormonal conditions can all cause significant hair thinning that responds well to treatment once the underlying cause is identified.

A targeted blood panel is the first step in determining whether your hair loss has a hormonal or nutritional cause.

DHT and Androgenic Alopecia

DHT causes progressive miniaturisation of hair follicles at the temples and crown. Reducing DHT activity through targeted medication slows or stops this process.

Thyroid Disorders

Both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism cause diffuse hair thinning. Correcting thyroid hormone levels usually restores normal hair growth.

Nutritional Deficiencies

Low iron, ferritin, zinc, and vitamin D are all linked to hair loss. Blood testing confirms whether deficiency is contributing.

Elevated Prolactin

Hyperprolactinaemia suppresses testosterone and can accelerate hair loss. Prolactin-lowering medication resolves the hormonal imbalance.

Treatable Causes

Thyroid disorders, elevated prolactin, nutritional deficiencies, and medication side effects often cause fully reversible hair loss once the underlying issue is corrected.

Androgenic Alopecia

DHT-blocking medications significantly slow hair loss. Starting treatment early produces better results than waiting for extensive loss.

Ongoing Management

Some conditions require long-term treatment with regular monitoring. Progress is reviewed at each follow-up.

Why an Endocrinologist for Hair Loss?

Dr. Rizwan Niazi evaluates the full hormonal picture, including thyroid, testosterone, prolactin, and nutritional markers, to identify the root cause rather than treating symptoms alone.