[Doctor's Column] Hair Loss Classification and Treatment, and What is Pantodil?

According to the National Health Insurance Service, 1,115,882 patients visited hospitals for hair loss treatment between 2020 and 2024. Of these, 627,192 (56.2%) were men, and 488,690 (43.8%) were women. Hair loss is a disease that has recently been a concern for many people regardless of gender or age. Hair loss varies depending on the cause and pattern, and choosing the right treatment is paramount. We will provide information on the classification and treatment of hair loss, as well as Pantodil. 1. Classification of Hair Loss ① Androgenetic Alopecia: This is the most common type. It occurs when the male hormone testosterone is converted to DHT (dihydrotestosterone), shortening the hair growth phase and miniaturizing hair follicles. Male Pattern: The forehead line recedes into an "M" shape, or the crown area becomes thinner. Female type: The forehead line is maintained, but the hair thins out overall, especially around the parting. ② Alopecia Areata (Alopecia Areata) This is an autoimmune disease that occurs when immune cells attack the hair follicles. It is characterized by hair loss in a coin-shaped circle. ③ Telogen Effluvium (Telogen Effluvium) This is a phenomenon in which hair in the growth phase suddenly transitions to the resting phase and falls out due to severe stress, dieting, childbirth, surgery, etc. 2. Hair Loss Treatment ① Drug Treatment Finasteride/Dutasteride (Oral): Inhibits the production of DHT and prevents the progression of androgenetic alopecia. (For men only) Minoxidil (Topic): Increases blood flow to the scalp to promote hair growth. (For both men and women) ② Injection and Laser Treatment MTS (Microneedle Therapy System): Injects ingredients necessary for hair growth directly into the scalp using microneedles. Steroid Intradermal Injection: Effective for alopecia areata. Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT): Activates hair follicle cells through laser energy. ③ Hair transplant: This method involves transplanting hair follicles from the back of the head, unaffected by hair loss, to the balding area. While effective for hair loss that is difficult to recover from with non-surgical treatments, surgical scars and a long recovery period are disadvantages. Accurate diagnosis and treatment are crucial for hair loss. ❙ Source: Clipart Korea 3. What is Pantodil? It directly injects natural ingredients similar to minoxidil, exosomes, and botulinum toxin into the dermis at once, increasing absorption rate compared to topical medications. It reduces the side effects and discomfort that can occur when applying or taking medications. It is injected with microneedles using the Dermashine (MTS machine), reducing pain and allowing for a convenient and stress-free procedure. After Pantodil injection, Omega Light (a low-level laser) activates the stem cells in the hair follicles. 👉 Expert's Finishing Touch: It is important to apply the optimal treatment for each type of hair loss. Seeking a specialist to accurately diagnose your hair loss type and receive the appropriate treatment is the shortcut to saving time and money. ※ This article introduces general information about hair loss and Pantodil. It does not recommend any specific treatment or guarantee its effectiveness, and it does not replace consultation with a specialist. Maypure Clinic Mia Branch Director Won-young Choi · Graduated from Inje University College of Medicine · Specialist in Family Medicine at Seoul Baek Hospital · Regular member of the Korean Society of Laser Dermatology and Hair Loss · Regular member of the Korean Society for Obesity and Aesthetic Therapy · Regular member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Laser Medicine 📌 Information on Maypure's hair loss treatment "Pantodil" [Click] ▼Get a free real-time consultation with Maypure right now▼