5- 6 months have had swollen looking lumps, slightly discolored yellow or reddish pockets or areas under eyes on top of cheekbones. Sometimes eyes seem swollen. They seem worse in last few weeks. Online research says they might be malar bags? I don't drink alcohol or caffeine or suntan. I have been on Rogaine 5% Women's for 7 months for FPHL. Read can cause reactions or collagen breakdown. Should I see a derm or gp? Could Rogaine have caused them? Never had them before and am 44.
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If hair growth is going to occur with the use of Rogaine (Minoxidil), it usually occurs after the medicine has been used twice daily for at least 3 to 6 months and lasts only as long as the medicine continues to be used.
Unfortunately, Rogaine will not cure your hair loss...
This can sometimes be a side effect. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hair loss expert to go over your condition and advise you on best treatment options. There are great non-invasive options like prp/progesterone and/or hair transplantation. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer
