It all began in middle of july when my excessive shedding started.my scalp got really flaky, itchy, oily and inflammed. I started taking finasteride on 18th August. The shedding continued for a week after fin.I shaved of my head, cleaned my scalp by removing the flakes and now have regrown my hairs to a good length. But now my shedding had drastically reduced.Also the inflammation and itch has gone.Was it the effect of finasteride on MPB or was it scalp psoriasis. I am in a big dilemma.
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September 22, 2015
Answer: You need to follow up with your doctor if you believe you are having a side effect.
Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
If you had a bald spot for over 6 years, it probably will remain bald for life. You can try Rogaine as you don't need a doctor's prescription to try it. However it is unlikely it will give you a significant change.
This is something that requires a doctor to evaluate. Women lose hair from a variety of causes, including birth control pills as you already found out. The work-up is extensive, not something that can be done over the internet and requires a doctor who knows about female hairloss.
Based on the history and the pictures which have been attached ( though more are required), it seems you are suffering from Male Pattern Baldness. The first line of management will include a visit to a hair specialist and then start off with medical therapy in the form of Finasteride, Minoxidil...
