Dr Bessam Farjo was interviewed by Nick Gowing on ‘The Hub’ program on the BBC World News channel on March 22, 2012.
This was on the back of the latest research unveiled from University of Pennsylvania showing the discovery of PGD2. This is a prostaglandin type molecule that inhibited hair growth in mice. Researchers said they hoped the development or discovery of a compound that suppressed PGD2 would lead to a potential treatment for hair loss. See our hair transplant blog about this.
Our own work with University of Bradford on prostaglandin hair stimulating research is awaiting publication in a peer reviewed journal. This is the same medication that stimulates eyelash hair growth. Watch this space!
In the background behind Dr Farjo is Salford Quays, the beautiful setting for Media City and the new home of the BBC. In fact, HM The Queen and HRH Prince Philip officially opened the site the day after this interview!
Iron deficiency, anaemia, refers to a lower than normal iron in the body. Most commonly, it occurs because of blood loss or pregnancy. However, some people affected by anaemia can experience hair loss as one of their symptoms. So, firstly why do we need iron in the body? Iron is essential for making haemoglobin, a […]
What is minoxidil? When researching hair growth treatments, you are likely to have heard of both minoxidil and finasteride. Both minoxidil and finasteride can aid hair growth; more information can be found on finasteride here. In this blog post, we are going to share some more information on minoxidil. Minoxidil, which is also sometimes known […]
Hair transplant surgery is a procedure that thousands of men and women undergo every year in order to combat balding or thinning hair. Here, leading surgeon Dr Farjo answers some of the most commonly asked questions regarding hair loss and the treatments available. How long will it take for my hair transplant to grow? […]
