Diagnose the hair loss
Differentiate male or female pattern loss from autoimmune, inflammatory, scarring or systemic causes.
← Hair health and restoration
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Diagnosis · Male and female hair loss · Donor area
Preserve, treat and restore through one plan.
The assessment covers male and female pattern hair loss treatment and determines whether an FUE hair transplant may be an appropriate option.
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The Luxury approach
01 — UnderstandAn informed decision
starts here.
Androgenetic alopecia can affect men and women, but not all hair loss is genetic. Shedding disorders, inflammatory or autoimmune disease, hormonal changes, medicines and deficiencies may create similar patterns. Treating or transplanting before identifying the cause can delay appropriate care.
The consultation addresses two separate decisions: how to preserve or improve existing hair and whether the donor area can support redistribution through transplantation. In both men and women, medical treatment may remain important even when surgery is considered because non-transplanted hair can continue to change.
This page provides guidance but does not diagnose or replace a consultation. The final recommendation depends on a professional assessment.
What we can assess
Clear goals.
A proportionate plan.
Each goal is reviewed separately to avoid unnecessary treatment and organize options with realistic expectations.
Treat existing hair
Assess topical, oral or complementary procedures according to diagnosis, sex, age and reproductive context.
Evaluate transplantation
Review stability, donor area, surface to cover, design and density that can realistically be achieved.
Clinical assessment
Before recommending,
we need to ask.
A responsible consultation does not begin with a procedure. It begins by identifying needs, medical history, limitations and alternatives.
Talk with our team →- 01
Onset, speed, pattern, family history, medical conditions, medicines and recent events.
- 02
Scalp examination and trichoscopy for miniaturization, inflammation, scarring and density.
- 03
For women: pattern, menstrual cycles, pregnancy, menopause and signs that may justify hormone or iron evaluation.
- 04
For transplantation: donor density and caliber, recipient area, stability, design and long-term expectations.
Your experience
02 — SupportFrom your first visit
to follow-up.
Identify
History and examination guide the type of alopecia and whether testing or dermatology referral is needed.
Preserve
We consider male or female alopecia treatment to reduce progression and support existing hair when indicated.
Project
If transplantation is of interest, we estimate donor resources, achievable coverage and future progression.
Follow up
Consented clinical photographs and reviews help compare progression, tolerance and response.
Before deciding
Who may be
a candidate?
Candidacy is not determined by a photograph or a trend. These are general guidelines and must always be confirmed during a consultation.
- Men or women with progressive thinning, a receding hairline, widening part or reduced density.
- Patients with androgenetic alopecia who want to review medical options.
- People interested in FUE with a potentially useful donor area and realistic coverage expectations.
- Those who understand that a transplant redistributes follicles and does not stop future hair loss by itself.
- Sudden shedding, patches, pain, crusting, discharge, severe inflammation or signs of scarring alopecia without a diagnosis.
- Pregnancy or possibility of pregnancy when medicines contraindicated in that context are being considered.
- Unstable hair loss or scalp disease that should be controlled before surgery.
- Insufficient donor area or expectations of density that the available follicles cannot safely provide.
Safety and expectations
The diagnosis protects the long-term result.
Medical treatments and transplantation serve different purposes. Selection depends on cause, pattern, general health and donor reserve.
Minoxidil, finasteride and other medicines have indications and adverse effects and are not suitable in the same way for everyone.
Medicines used in women require particular review during pregnancy, breastfeeding or the possibility of pregnancy.
A transplant may cause bleeding, infection, scarring, temporary shedding or a result below expectations and requires aftercare.
Transplanted hair takes months to grow; outcome depends on diagnosis, technique, graft survival, donor area and future progression.
Frequently asked questions
03 — Answer questionsInformation before
your consultation.
01Are male and female pattern hair loss treated the same way?
Not always. They may share mechanisms, but pattern, associated causes, hormonal context and medication options require different assessment.
02Can a woman be a hair transplant candidate?
Yes, some women can be candidates. The diagnosis must be confirmed and there must be enough healthy, stable donor hair.
03Does a transplant stop alopecia?
No. It redistributes donor follicles. Non-transplanted hair can continue to thin, so treatment and follow-up are often considered.
04Does everyone need laboratory testing?
No. Tests are requested when history or examination suggests anemia, thyroid or hormonal changes, deficiencies or another systemic cause.
05When can I see a transplant result?
Transplanted hair commonly sheds first and then grows gradually. The American Academy of Dermatology notes that many patients see results between six and nine months, while some need twelve.
Medical sources
Information you can
verify.
We select references from health authorities and medical organizations. Indications and authorizations applicable in Mexico should be confirmed with COFEPRIS.
American Academy of DermatologyMale pattern hair loss treatmentView source ↗American Academy of DermatologyFemale pattern hair loss: diagnosis and treatmentView source ↗American Academy of DermatologyHair transplant assessment and resultsView source ↗
Informational content reviewed July 31, 2026. FDA references describe regulation and safety in the United States; local availability and authorization of products, devices and procedures must be verified in Mexico.
Location and appointments
Your assessment, in a space designed to care for you.
Visit us in Cabo San Lucas for a personalized assessment. We work by appointment so our team can dedicate the right time to your history, goals and questions.
Luxury Medical Spa · Cabo San LucasCalle Morelos, Mza. 218, Lote 02 · Col. Ejidal, Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.Next step
Your treatment begins
with a good conversation.
Tell us what you would like to improve. An assessment lets us explain whether there is an appropriate option, what to expect and which alternatives are available.
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