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Madarosis is the absence of eyelashes and hypotrichosis is abnormal hair patterns. So they are not the same condition.
Madarosis refers to loss of eyebrows or eyelashes. There are dozens and dozens of causes of madarosis, including:autoimmune conditions like alipecia areata or lupus or frontal fibrosing alopeciainfections like bacterial infections, leprosy, syphilis, viruses, fungi, HIVpoor diet, including protein deficiency, zinc, iron and other deficienciesEndocrinological problems, including thyroid problemseye problems, including infections like blepharitisskin problems like psoriasis, eczemas, lichen planusHypotrichosis simply refers to less hair in an area than normally expected. One can have hypotrichoisis of the scalp hair or eyebrow or eyelash or body hair. The term is mostly used to describe refuced density from the time of birth rather than a reduction that develops later in life. Many genetic conditions are associated with hypotrichosis.
Madarosis is the absence or loss of the eyelashes (and sometimes the eyebrows), either as a congenital condition or as a result of an infection.Hypotrichosis (hypo- + tricho- + -osis) is a condition of abnormal hair patterns - predominantly loss or reduction. It occurs, most frequently, by the growth of vellus hair in areas of the body that normally produce terminal hair.The above is taken directly from Widipedia
It would be rare to see massive shedding if you only used minoxidil for 2 weeks. If you are concerned you should see a doctor for a proper exam.
Hair loss from depakote has been well documented. You should meet with your prescribing doctor and find an alternative (hopefully you discussed stopping it with your doctor already!). Your hair will likely grow back over a 6 month period. If not you should see a specialist in...
Given your young age, and the extent of your balding, it would be wise to wait many years before ever considering a hair transplant. In the mean time I would suggest 5% minoxidil over the 2% as it is more effective. The use of finasteride would also be very important. PRP and laser...