Why Patient History is Important for Hair Transplant

Why Patient History is Important for Hair Transplant DR ANAND KUMAR NAGWANI M.M.B.S., M.S., M.CH. (PLASTIC & C O S M E T I C S U R G E RY )

C A LC U T TA C O S M O A I D COSMETIC AND HAIR TRANSPLANT CLINIC

History of Hair Fall ď‚— In order to get a successful Hair Transplant you

need to know your family history and medical history thoroughly. While preparing for hair transplant in Kolkata, you need to make sure that you are providing detail and truthful information to your surgeon. Believe it or not, this is as important as after care. With the proper information only, surgeons can determine the proper method and medication.

Please have a look at the following needed information before plan yours.

History of Hair Fall  It is very important to know

duration of hair fall.  Recent hair fall  Sudden hair fall  Stable hair fall and baldness  That will give us idea for right time of hair transplant.

Personal History  History of smoking - frequency

 Tobacco in any form  Alcoholic  Any other addiction

 Traction alopecia  Harsh Styling  Stress  Unhealthy nutrient deficient diet

History of Any Medication  Use of steroids

 Any immunosuppressant

medication  Any home remedies  Shampoo  lotions

Illness History  Any history of long term disease

 Liver disease  Kidney disease  Heart disease

 Thyroid disease  Diabetic problems  Autoimmune disorder

 Local trauma/burn to scalp  Hormonal fluctuations

Family History ď‚— It is very important to ask details of

family both side maternal and paternal. ď‚— Family tree

History of Surgery ď‚— Recent or Past Hair transplant

ď‚— Recent or Past any other

surgery

History Rel0ated to Other Systems  History of respiratory disorder  Breathlessness on resting or

exertion  Daily body activity- (Sedentary or active life style)  Gastric problems  Neurological problems  Mental stability

History of Allergy Allergy to any medicine Allergy to any food

items Allergy to cloths Any other specify