DHT Hair Loss: Why Hormones Disrupt Your Hair Cycle (And How PRP Helps)

Platelet-rich plasma is injected into thinning areas to stimulate growth and fight hormonal hair loss.

Struggling with thinning hair or a receding hairline? The real culprit might not be your shampoo — it could be DHT, a hormone linked to androgenetic alopecia, also known as pattern hair loss. At Dunedin Medical & Aesthetics Clinic, we use advanced PRP and hormone-targeted strategies in our Crown Confidence programme to support natural, long-term regrowth.

Here’s how it works.

What Is DHT — And How Does It Trigger Hair Loss?

DHT (dihydrotestosterone) is a hormone derived from testosterone. While it plays a key role in puberty and hair growth on the body, in the scalp, it does the opposite: it shrinks hair follicles, shortens the growth phase (anagen), and eventually leads to miniaturisation and permanent loss.

If you’re experiencing:

• Widening part lines

• Thinner ponytails

• Receding temples or crown thinning

...then DHT hair loss may be affecting your follicles.

PRP and Hormones: The Regenerative Solution

Here’s where platelet-rich plasma (PRP) comes in. Rather than blocking hormones artificially, PRP works with your body’s natural regenerative processes. It contains powerful growth factors like IGF-1, VEGF, and PDGF — which:

• Improve blood flow to the follicle

• Counteract inflammation triggered by DHT

• Re-extend the growth phase of the hair cycle

This makes PRP a cutting-edge option in androgenetic alopecia treatment NZ patients are starting to trust more — especially those who want results without drugs or surgery.

Who Benefits Most from PRP for Hormonal Hair Loss?

Our Crown Confidence PRP programme is ideal for:

• Men and women with early to moderate pattern hair loss

• Postpartum, PCOS, or perimenopausal patients

• Anyone wanting a drug-free, hormone-safe solution

By treating the root cause of DHT hair loss, we help you restore hair density, slow progression, and build confidence with every session.

Take the First Step Toward Hormone-Safe Hair Regrowth

You don’t need to battle hair loss alone. Our medical-led approach is based in science, not sales — and designed for real, sustainable results.

📧 Email Dr Lee directly at drlee@dunedinmedical.co.nz

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