For many women, hair fall is not only about the hair. When the body makes more male hormones (androgens) than usual, as can happen with PCOD, the hair follicles on the scalp become sensitive to them. They shrink, grow finer hair, and eventually thin out. Injectable bicalutamide is a treatment aimed at that hormonal cause, applied directly to the scalp. Bicalutamide is an anti-androgen, a medicine that blocks the effect of male hormones on cells. Taking it by mouth affects the whole body, so in this treatment a very small, diluted amount is injected into the scalp, where the hair loss is happening. It is used selectively, after the doctor has looked at your scalp, your history, and your hormonal picture. Available at Vasant Vihar (South Delhi) & Rajouri Garden (West Delhi).
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the doctor examines your scalp, reviews your hair fall pattern, and asks about your periods, PCOD, medicines, and any plans for pregnancy
blood tests may be advised to check hormone levels and liver health before you start
the scalp is cleansed, and numbing may be used for comfort
small amounts of diluted bicalutamide are placed just under the scalp skin across the thinning areas
you are told how to care for your scalp and when to wash your hair
sessions are spaced out, and the doctor checks your progress and tolerance at each visit
In androgen-related hair loss, the follicles respond too strongly to male hormones, which shortens their growth phase and makes each hair thinner. Bicalutamide blocks the receptors that these hormones act on, so the follicles are less affected.
It is important to be realistic. This approach is still being studied, early reports are small, and results vary from person to person. Hair fall linked to PCOD also needs the underlying condition managed, so this treatment works best as part of a wider plan that your doctor and gynaecologist agree on.
It’s a treatment where a small amount of an anti-androgen medicine is injected into the scalp to help with hormone-related hair fall.
Women with hair fall linked to excess male hormones, including those with PCOD.
It is still being studied. Early reports are small and results vary, so the doctor will explain what to expect before you decide.
It is used in small amounts and only after assessment. It is not safe in pregnancy, and the doctor may check your liver before and during treatment.
There can be some pain at the injection sites. Numbing can be used to keep you comfortable.
Very little. You may have mild tenderness or redness on the scalp for a short while.
That depends on your hair fall and how you respond. The doctor will plan this with you.
The cost depends on the number of sessions. You’ll get an exact quote after a consultation.
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