I am 33 years old with a receding hairline and temple region. Three questions: I have been on Dutasteride 0.5mg for a year (I was on Finasteride for 8 years prior), should I wait one more year to get a hair transplant to see the full results of this medication (24 months)? Does Dutasteride contribute to temple or hairline recession as an adverse side effect? Finally, is the temple region the hardest area to transplant in terms of it looking natural? Thank you!
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Answer: Hair Loss -- PRP, Progesterone, Stem Cells/ACELL, Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUE), Spironolactone or Finasteride, Rogaine
From the photos you have sent you do seem to be experiencing diffuse thinning.However, finding the cause, or trigger, of DUPA requires a thorough history and examination and will enable appropriate treatment. Patient education is key in the management of diffuse hair loss.
This is a common and relevant question. Finatseride is an effective and FDA approved treatment for Androgenic ALopecia in Men. Studies have shown its efficacy beyond doubt. In recent years, a lot of talk is being done about its side effects. The talk is not without reason. There is a risk of...
Irrespective of how long you have been taking finasteride I am not aware of any reason why you cannot just simply stop taking it. Unlike some other medications (e.g. steroids which cause adrenal suppression if used for a significant period and therefore should be gradually reduced) finasteride...