Before Hair Transplant: Medical Therapy Prerequisites

Before planning a hair transplant, the scalp and remaining hair need medical optimisation. A transplant should not be rushed before understanding the cause, stability, and pattern of hair loss.

In this Short, Dr. M. Ram Prabhu discusses prerequisite medical therapy before hair transplant surgery.

Why medical therapy matters before hair transplant

Hair loss is progressive in many patients. If the existing hair is not stabilised, a transplant may improve one area while untreated hair loss continues elsewhere.

Medical therapy can help improve scalp health, support the hair cycle, and protect existing hair where appropriate.

What the video covers

• Prerequisites before hair transplant.
• Cyclical vitamin therapy.
• Role of minoxidil.
• Evidence-based medical treatment.
• Nutrition and the hair growth cycle.

Why timing matters

Hair growth follows a cycle. Nutrition, deficiencies, medications, and scalp health can influence the visible result. Optimising these factors before surgery helps create a stronger foundation.

Key takeaway

A hair transplant is a surgical plan, not just a one-day procedure. Proper medical preparation helps decide whether you are ready for surgery and how to protect long-term results.