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Hair loss is a very common concern among males. Male pattern baldness has different stages measured with a standard scale known as the Norwood scale, which ends at stage 7, and many of our males in Pakistan are suffering from the last stage of hair loss.
At Royal Cosmetic Surgery in Islamabad, many of our patients ask us, “Is It Possible to Treat Stage 7 Baldness?” The answer is yes, but only a skilled and expert hair transplant surgeon can help you, so choose wisely.
What Is Stage 7 Baldness?
Stage 7 baldness is the most severe stage of male pattern baldness. It is also known as Norwood 7, which is the last scale of measurement of baldness. Androgenic alopecia is at its peak at this stage, resulting in complete hair loss from the top of the head, leaving just a horseshoe shape of thin hair strip at the back and sides of the head.
Understanding the Norwood Scale:
It is a 7-stage scale to measure the severity of male pattern baldness from 1 to 7. It helps doctors as well as patients understand the severity of their case and eventually helps them decide the right treatment option for their extent of hair loss. In the table below, we will explain each stage so you can have a better understanding:
| Stage | What Happens | Right Treatment Option |
| 1 | No visible hair loss or very slight temple recession. | Preventive care, minoxidil, and finasteride. |
| 2 | Mild temple recession, early hairline change. | Medication, PRP therapy, exosome hair therapy, and mesotherapy for hair. |
| 3 | Clear M-shaped recession at temples. | Exosome hair therapy, PRP, and early hair transplant planning. |
| 4 | Deep front recession with thinning or bald crown. | Hair transplant for the front, PRP, and exosome support. |
| 5 | Large front and crown bald areas, thin strip of hair remaining. | Moderate to large hair transplant, PRP, exosmotic therapy. |
| 6 | The front and crown merge into one bald area. | High graft hair transplant, possible body hair transplant. |
| 7 | Only the side and back hair remains. | Mega-session transplant, body hair transplant, SMP, cosmetic options. |
Is It Possible to Treat Stage 7 Baldness?
Yes, it is possible to treat stage 7 baldness with advanced hair transplant surgery, a permanent hair restoration method, but it is very tricky and a difficult task, so a highly skilled surgeon expert in hair transplant must be chosen to have the best and natural-looking results. In this stage. Most of the time, donor hair is taken from areas other than the back of the head, like the chest, abdomen, beard, etc. This happens because of low hair density and poor donor quality in the existing hair.
Best Treatment Options for Stage 7 Baldness:
Hair Transplant (BHT – Combined Techniques):
- This technique involves the use of beard, chest, or body hair when there is a shortage of scalp donor hair.
- This procedure is aimed at reproducing a natural appearing hairline or rebuilding the basic horseshoe shape as opposed to full thickness.
Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP):
- SMP is a cosmetic surgery that involves the application of dots of pigment to imitate the appearance of shaved hair follicles.
- This is a good one to use, especially when the man is in need of a short, trim haircut.
Hair Systems:
- Hair systems are made-to-order high quality hairpieces that are tailor-made to give a total look of hair restoration.
- They give an immediate density and natural look with no surgery.
Care (Supportive) Medical:
- Drugs such as minoxidil and finasteride can slow down the hair loss and protect the ones left.
- They do not replace massive bald spots but enhance the stability of the leftover hair.
- These have been found to be used in combination with surgical or cosmetic procedures to achieve better long-term outcomes.
Why Choose RCS for Advanced Hair Loss Treatment?
Royal Cosmetic Surgery in Islamabad is one of the most trusted hair restoration centers with highly qualified and skilled hair transplant surgeons with years of experience in helping individuals restore their individuality through hair transplant surgery and other hair restoration methods. It requires the highest levels of skills to treat level 7 baldness, and we are proud to say that Dr. Naveed Azhar, our head of the surgery department, has handled many cases of stage 7 and has given them the best results and coverage.
Conclusion:
If you, too, are suffering from the last stage of male pattern baldness, then call us now and book your consultation to get a customized treatment plan as per your hair and head.
