Minoxidil for frontal hair loss for 2 weeks. Hair loss got better, then got worse overnight and serpentine patterns.

October 8, 2015
Asked By:redelman431 in Columbus, OH

Been treating frontal hair loss since 9-22-15 with Rogaine as advised by doctor. I am aware increased hair loss in the first 2 weeks of treatment is normal. After 2 weeks of improvements, baldness suddenly got worse overnight. Was back to where I started and hair loss progressed towards serpentine patterns across rest of the head. I confess, the night before I did foolishly experiment with larger amounts. Should I continue treatment with normal dose or should I stop and use finasteride?

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October 11, 2015

Answer: Recent hair loss, what shall I do?

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October 11, 2015

Answer: Recent hair loss, what shall I do?

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October 12, 2015

Answer: Minoxidil Shedding

October 12, 2015

Answer: Minoxidil Shedding

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