I started using Finasteride 1mg 3 years ago and added Minoxidil 5% once a day 2 months after Finasteride use, and I really had good results at stopping hair loss and regrowing some new hair (1 year later of simultaneous use). Yesterday however, I decided to quit Finasteride whilst maintaining Minoxidil twice a day. So I am now concerned about knowing whether I will lose all my hair or Minoxidil alone twice a day is enough to maintain my hair (even if Finasteride was the cause of regrowing hair).
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October 13, 2017
Answer: Hair Loss Basics--prp, progesterone, hair transplantation, Minoxidil, Finasteride
There are multiple drugs available for treating hypertension in a young male. So, the best thing will be to go to your doctor and ask him to change the same. At the same time, it is important to share your family history of baldness also with the doctor as male pattern baldness can start...
Hello,Women are currently not FDA approved for the use of the ARTAS. However, our use of the ARTAS does suggest that women who are experiencing androgenic alopecia may be good candidates. As always, women should have a thorough workup including the following:You should have a thorough wo...
This needs an in-person evaluation. I suggest seeing a hair loss expert now to evaluate and go over your condition and provide you information about your best treatment options. There are great non-invasive options like prp/progesterone and/or hair transplantation. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer
