Both male and female hair loss can occur due to various reasons and can range from mild to severe. Some of the common causes of hair loss include:
Androgenetic alopecia, also known as male or female pattern baldness, is the most common type of hair loss. With male pattern baldness, hair loss typically begins at the temples and crown of the head, while with female pattern baldness, hair loss is more diffuse.
Hormonal changes can also cause hair loss in both men and women. This can occur during pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, and thyroid disorders. In men, an increase in dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone linked to hair loss, can also cause hair to fall out.
Extreme physical or emotional stress can cause hair loss. This is because stress can disrupt the hair growth cycle and push hairs into the telogen (resting) phase, causing them to fall out prematurely.
A lack of certain nutrients, such as iron, zinc, and vitamin D, can also cause hair loss as these nutrients are essential for hair growth. Crash diets and eating disorders can also cause hair loss.
Certain medications can also cause hair loss. These include chemotherapy drugs, anticoagulants, beta blockers, and antidepressants.
Over-styling and using harsh chemicals on the hair, such as dyes, bleach, and relaxers, can cause hair loss. Traction alopecia, a type of hair loss caused by pulling on the hair, can also occur from wearing tight hairstyles such as braids or ponytails.
The most prominent types of hair loss in men include:
And for women, the most common forms of hair loss are:

The process of laser hair therapy involves the use of laser lights that release photons onto the scalp tissue, which are then absorbed by weakened cells and stimulate cellular regeneration. The revitalising light therapy helps to enhance blood flow to the hair follicles, delivering much-needed oxygen and essential nutrients that significantly improve hair growth.
With increased blood flow and the necessary nourishment, hair length and diameter can also increase, resulting in thicker hair shafts and overall better hair volume. These developments are all thanks to the quickened hair growth cycle.
To maximise the benefits of the hair loss laser treatment, Minoxidil – a common hair loss treatment medication – is also administered. It supports the laser therapy process by improving blood flow around the follicles, stimulating the follicles during the hair's growth phase and extending each follicle's growth period.
For best long-term results, it's recommended that regular treatments be scheduled. Our laser hair regrowth procedure in Kenya can be used to compliment many other hair loss treatments we offer, such as FUE Hair Transplant for men and women, and Mesotherapy for Hair Loss.
The numerous benefits of our revolutionary laser hair therapy in Kenya include:
In women, the main types of hair loss are diffuse hair loss (chronic telogen effluvium), severe stress (telogen effluvium), alopecia areata, traction alopecia, and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).
The main types of hair loss in men are receding hairline, thinning crown, severe stress (telogen effluvium), and alopecia areata.
Our laser hair regrowth treatment in Kenya is a highly effective solution to many types of hair loss in both men and women.
In order to determine whether laser hair therapy is the right treatment for you, book your consultation today and our medical experts will assess your hair loss and decide on the best course of action.
When performed by medical professionals like our specialists here at Este Medical, any side effects from laser treatment for hair loss are extremely rare.
No. The treatment is non-invasive, so you can get back to your usual routine in no time.
This depends on your personal hair loss, but generally, we recommend 20-minute sessions over a period of six months to one year. Our professionals will be able to determine how many sessions you will need at your consultation.