Should I use Minoxidil to speed up my hair regrowth after weight loss?

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I am loosing my hair due to some weight loss. This has happened before and it started to grow back but about 3 months ago i lost a lot again and the shedding recommenced. I have gained the weight back pretty quickly but I am worried i will never get the head of hair I had as a teenager ( I am only 20, though ). I am thinking of using minoxidil to try and speed up regrowth. I would potentially stop once I see my hair getting back to normal (if it is possible). Is this a good idea? Michelle

Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

In my opinion, you should be evaluated by a hair loss expert. You need to confirm that your recurrent hair loss is in due to weight loss. They will perform at a good history, magnified exam and possibly blood work. If your hair loss is due to recurrent telogen effluvium, minoxidil will cause the hair to cycle into an antigen phase and speed up recovery. Hope this helps. Good luck.

William Woessner, MD · Answer

Minoxidil will almost always be beneficial to hair growth. What catches my attention is your reoccurring problem with weight gain gain and loss. This "yo yo ing" is a sign of a more serious condition that needs to be corrected, not only for your hair but more importantly for your over all health. I urge you to contact your primary care doctor sooner rather than later. This is important.

Michael Meshkin, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hair loss can happen in extreme diets and nutritional deficiencies. It is good idea to be evaluated by hair loss specialist to get diagnosed and then get the proper care under physician supervision.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Hair loss in women is a complicated problem that requires considerable expertise. You will need to find out if the weight loss was the cause of your hair loss as there are many causes of hair loss in women.  Better diet certainly is a good idea and minoxidil does not harm you by trying it but these steps are not a substitute for a proper diagnostic work-up

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