Symptoms and signs
- Thinning at the crown or hairline
- A receding hairline
- Bald patches
- Gaps after injury, burns or surgery
- Hair loss that has not improved with medicines
See a doctor urgently if
- Sudden patchy hair loss, scalp pain, rash or hair loss with other symptoms should be seen by a doctor first
- Hair loss in women or young people needs a medical check for a cause
If you have a medical emergency, call 112 or go to the nearest hospital. Do not wait for an enquiry reply.
Causes and risk factors
- Inherited pattern hair loss
- Hormonal and thyroid conditions
- Nutritional deficiencies
- Scalp conditions and infections
- Stress, illness and some medicines
How a doctor assesses it
A doctor examines your scalp, asks about family history, medicines and health, and may advise blood tests to find treatable causes. They check the donor area to judge how much hair can be moved, and explain what is realistic.
Who may need it
A transplant suits people with enough healthy donor hair and a stable pattern of hair loss. Younger people with changing patterns may be advised to wait. The doctor decides after examining you.
Treatment options
Medicines and care
A doctor may suggest medical treatment for pattern hair loss. Ask what it can do and what side effects are possible.
FUE
Individual follicles are taken from the donor area and placed in the thinning area, leaving small marks.
FUT
A thin strip of scalp is taken from the donor area and divided into grafts. It leaves a linear scar.
Not now
Hair loss that is still changing may need time. A doctor can advise when a transplant makes sense.
What the procedure involves
The procedure is usually done with local anaesthesia. The team prepares the donor area, takes the grafts and places them in small openings made in the recipient area. It can take many hours, sometimes more than one session.
You go home the same day with care instructions for washing, sleeping position and activity.
Recovery
- Scabs and redness appear in the first days
- Transplanted hairs often shed before new growth begins
- New hair grows gradually over many months
- Avoid scratching, heavy sweating and sun exposure as advised
- Follow-up visits check healing
Everyone heals differently. Follow your own surgeon's instructions.
Risks
- Infection or bleeding
- Swelling of the forehead or around the eyes
- Scarring in the donor or recipient area
- Hair growth that is thinner or uneven
- Ongoing hair loss in untreated areas
- Numbness around the scalp
- Reaction to local anaesthesia
Your surgeon will explain which risks matter most for you. No result can be guaranteed.
Cost and payment
The cost of hair transplant treatment depends on your case and cannot be fixed without a medical assessment. These are the main things that change it:
- The method (FUE or FUT) and the number of grafts
- Whether more than one session is needed
- The hospital or day-care centre and the room type
- The surgeon's and anaesthetist's fees
- Tests and scans before surgery
- Medicines, dressings and follow-up visits
- Whether you pay in cash, use EMI or claim insurance
Our team explains your options for cash, EMI and insurance, helps you compare packages and handles insurance paperwork. Try the EMI calculator to plan your payments. Insurance cover depends on your policy and insurer, and approval cannot be promised.
Questions to ask your surgeon
- What is causing my hair loss?
- How much donor hair do I have, and how many grafts are realistic?
- Who will carry out each step of the procedure?
- What care and medicines will I need after surgery?
- Who will perform my procedure, and how often have they done it?
- What are the risks for me and how are complications handled?
- What is the full cost, in writing, and what does it include?
Check that any doctor is registered, for example on the National Medical Commission register or with the state medical council.
Our step-by-step support
From your first call to your follow-up visits, our team stays with you:
- Our team connects with you. We call you, listen to your concern and understand the exact problem.
- We find the right hospital and doctor. Based on your treatment, we help you shortlist a suitable doctor and hospital.
- Package, cash, EMI or insurance. We explain the package and help you choose between cash, EMI and insurance.
- Doctor consultation arranged. We book your consultation with the doctor and share what to bring.
- Surgery is planned. If surgery is advised, we help plan the date and the steps before it.
- Cab booked for you. We arrange a cab for your hospital visit.
- Papers checked before treatment. We check your documents and reports so nothing is missed on the day.
- Insurance filing handled. We help fill in and follow up your insurance paperwork.
- Care from admission to discharge. We stay in touch through admission, surgery and discharge.
- Free follow-ups and diet plans. After surgery, you get free follow-up consultations and diet plans.
Frequently asked questions
Will transplanted hair look natural?
Planning and technique matter. Your doctor can explain what is realistic for your hairline and hair type.
Will I lose more hair later?
Hair that is not transplanted can continue to thin. A doctor may advise ongoing treatment.
When will I see new hair?
Transplanted hair often sheds first, and new growth appears gradually over many months.
Is FUE better than FUT?
Neither is better for everyone. The right method depends on your hair, donor area and goals.
Can you help with insurance and EMI?
Yes. Our team explains cash, EMI and insurance options and helps with the paperwork. Insurance cover depends on your policy and insurer, and approval cannot be promised.
How do I book a free consultation?
Call or WhatsApp +91 96255 29133, or fill in the form on this page. Our team will contact you the way you choose.
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