What are the chances minoxidil will work for me?

September 29, 2016
Asked By:johnD635 in Charleston, SC

21 y/o male diagnosed with chronic telogen effluvium. I'm healthy, but drink with friends. very occasionally smoke marijuana, exercise 5 days a week, eat a healthy diet, but have a slight heart issue from stress (stresses that started this whole thing). What are the chances of minoxidil working? I've read it works for some people but better for younger people. Removing the trigger is the answer but its hard to do with hair loss to worry about. having hair loss for about a year and a half.

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October 4, 2016

Answer: What are the chances minoxidil will work for me?

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Answer: What are the chances minoxidil will work for me?

Ajaya Kashyap, MDPlastic Surgeon
September 30, 2016

Answer: Try not to Stress--There are Hair Loss Options

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
September 30, 2016

Answer: Try not to Stress--There are Hair Loss Options

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October 27, 2016

Answer: You may have more options, it is best to consult with a hair restoration expert

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Answer: You may have more options, it is best to consult with a hair restoration expert

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