Some skin and hair conditions respond better when treatment is delivered directly to the affected area. For this we use micro-injection techniques such as hair mesotherapy and intralesional injections.
Hair mesotherapy
Small, superficial injections are given in the scalp with substances that help slow hair loss and improve density. In selected cases of androgenetic alopecia I use dutasteride, a medicine that acts on the hormone responsible for hair miniaturisation, with the advantage of applying it locally.
- Done in clinic in about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Cooling or a numbing cream is used for comfort.
- Several sessions are usually planned, with results assessed after 3 to 6 months.
- It is combined with other hair loss treatments.
Injections in dermatology
Injections deliver medicine directly into a lesion. Depending on the case, they are used for:
- Alopecia areata: to stimulate hair regrowth in the patches.
- Keloids and raised scars: to flatten them and reduce itching.
- Other localised inflammatory lesions.
- Selected cosmetic treatments, always after a medical assessment.
Are they safe?
Performed by a dermatologist, these are safe techniques. The most common side effects are mild and temporary, such as redness or small bruises.
In clinic I will assess whether these treatments are right for you and explain the best plan.
This article is for general information and does not replace a medical consultation.
